Welcome to the Upper Dublin High School Choir Website.  The UDHS Concert Choir is a mixed ensemble  who enjoy singing and would like to improve their individual technical abilities through the preparation and performance of a wide variety of concert literature.  No experience is necessary for participation. Occasional evening and/or after school rehearsals are required. Students who enjoy singing and would like to enhance their individual technique are encouraged to join this large and active ensemble.
Participation
All students  are accountable for all in class rehearsal as well as full choir rehearsals and performances.  Participation points can be made up by:
  1. Singing/Recording given passages of music from our literature for Mr. Arnold
  2. Singing/Recording an extra Sight Reading Passage for Mr. Arnold
  3. Volunteering for Star-Spangled Banner performances

Expectations
ABSOLUTELY NO GUM, FOOD, CELL PHONES, BOOKS, or other homework during instructional time (unless there are extenuating circumstances).  Extra Rehearsals leading up to performances will be scheduled well in advance for the students.  Any conflicts need to be accounted for with a parent email or telephone message.
Concerts - All ensemble concerts are mandatory and on the school calendar.  If you are unable to attend a concert you must make up the grade with a written assignment. Please make note of these dates:
Fall Vocal Recital* - November 18, 2025 (UDHS Black Box Theater)
UDHS Winter Concert (Concert Choir & Chorale) – December 4, 2025 (UDHS Auditorium)
Music In Our Schools Month Choral Concert (Concert Choir & VOX) - March 24, 2026 (TBA)
UDHS/SRMS Spring Choir Concert (Concert Choir & VOX) –  April 29, 2026 (UDHS Auditorium)
Spring Vocal Recital* - May 18, 2026 (UDHS Auditorium)
*= optional participation
Knowledge of Music/Theory
  1. Sight-reading quizzes using sightreadingfactory.com (Quarterly) - In Person or Online
  2. Repertoire quizzes (Quarterly) - In Person or Online
  3. Musical Terms Quizzes (2)

 Extra Curricular Groups – Participation/CreditUD Chorale – 
  • Auditioned
  • Students cannot miss more than 3 rehearsals unexcused to receive credit. 
  • Will perform for Various Church Residency, Retirement Homes, Elementary and Middle Schools, Winter Concert, Small Ensembles Concert, various School/Community Functions during the Fall Semester

VOX – 
  • Audition, 18 members, 4 per voice part, 1-2 Vocal Percussion
  • Students cannot miss more than 3 rehearsals unexcused to receive credit. 
  • Will perform for various in-school and out-of-school functions during the Spring Semester, Small Ensembles Concert, MIOSM, and Spring Concert 

Appropriate Performance DressPerformance attire is of utmost importance and is the first impression at any concert!  Please adhere to the following rules for performance dress:
Performance Dress for all Students
  • Black Dress Shirt or Blouse, NO jackets, NO logos
  • Black Dress Slacks or Long Skirt
  • Black Dress Socks or Black Leggings
  • Comfortable Shoes (Preferably Dark Color)
  • Red tie or Red Splash above the waist (this can have a pattern on it but the principle color MUST be Cardinal Red)