Auditions
We are now accepting new singers for our 2023-2024 season!
If you couldn't make it to our 6/26 in-person auditions, email us at palmettoyouthchoir@gmail.com to schedule a virtual audition. Auditions are a simple vocal assessment that help place singers in the best choir for their skillset. No experience or preparation is required.
Palmetto Youth Choir is open to ALL students in grades K-12 who love to sing! We are not affiliated with any school or church.
Our choir is divided into groups based on experience and ability, as determined by a simple audition. The audition is easy and casual. You will likely be in a small group, but we will also listen to individual voices. Singers will be asked to sing scales and pitch-matching exercises. They can also sing Happy Birthday, or a song of their choice if they'd like, but no need to prepare anything ahead of time. And no need to be nervous. We promise!
Auditions are at our rehearsal space, James Island Arts & Cultural Center, at 1248 Camp Rd. 29412. Plan to be there for 20-30 minutes.
Note: If you participate in one of our Summer Camps, that will serve as your audition, and you may enroll as directed!
If you couldn't make it to our 6/26 in-person auditions, email us at palmettoyouthchoir@gmail.com to schedule a virtual audition. Auditions are a simple vocal assessment that help place singers in the best choir for their skillset. No experience or preparation is required.
Palmetto Youth Choir is open to ALL students in grades K-12 who love to sing! We are not affiliated with any school or church.
Our choir is divided into groups based on experience and ability, as determined by a simple audition. The audition is easy and casual. You will likely be in a small group, but we will also listen to individual voices. Singers will be asked to sing scales and pitch-matching exercises. They can also sing Happy Birthday, or a song of their choice if they'd like, but no need to prepare anything ahead of time. And no need to be nervous. We promise!
Auditions are at our rehearsal space, James Island Arts & Cultural Center, at 1248 Camp Rd. 29412. Plan to be there for 20-30 minutes.
Note: If you participate in one of our Summer Camps, that will serve as your audition, and you may enroll as directed!
A Few Tips
- Warm up your vocal cords on the way by singing your favorite song in the car.
- Take slow, deep breaths, and show us confidence and a smile!
- Do your best. We know you might be nervous, and how that effects the voice. We've been there!
- Be courteous, respectful and follow any directions given by the directors.
- Show us your personality and passion for music.
Kind Words
Choir:
Summer Camp:
- “My kids loved their experience this year! They learned so much about vocal technique and singing with a group. Their confidence grew throughout the year and by the end my oldest was saying she wanted to try out for a solo next year! You all were so organized and communication was great. Thanks for a great year!”
- ”I was so impressed by the caliber of the performance — I thought I would be teary-eyed seeing my kiddo on stage but was so shocked by the professionalism and quality of the performance that no tears were shed — I was too focused on their awesome singing to be a teary-eyed parent!”
- “My daughter has dabbled in a few sports and dance over the last few years but never found her thing. This year I watched her grow and blossom as a singer. She was practicing at home without being prompted, and even recording herself to play it back. It was so exciting to watch her find her thing! Thank you for opening up the world of music to my girl!”
- “What a great first season for PYC! We didn't really know what to expect when our daughter joined, but are thrilled to see the progress all of these kids have made and how comfortable and happy they are on stage. They sound AMAZING!”
- “My child demonstrated exceptional growth musically, she learned to commit and follow through. She has great memories!”
- “Organization and communication have been great. I love the way fun is incorporated into the mix!”
- “Outstanding program with the most amazing staff! Would highly recommend to anyone!”
- “Just so impressed with what you created in your first year. Thanks for providing a secular choir experience!”
- “My child really enjoyed learning to sing with a group! Great choices on who you collaborate with.”
- “Music changed my life as a child, and I have seen it do the same for my child this past year. I wanted to make sure she found that love of music and her place – and she did in the Palmetto Youth Choir.”
Summer Camp:
- ”My child loved her time with you! She learned so much and became so much more confident in her singing! She’s very excited to join the choir!”
- “My daughter loved this so much! She loved the visiting musicians and came home every day sharing her experience with us. Thank you!”
- “We enjoyed the repertoire selections and the thorough, consistent email communication. I liked having all of the information and loved seeing the photos from each day of camp. Our camper had a lot of fun!”
- “It is a very good experience for the kids. They learned to sing three songs as a choir in a week which is amazing. The teachers really put a lot of effort into the kids and were very enthusiastic in teaching.”
- “Just so impressed with what you did in 5 days. A beautiful experience to be part of (for the parents and the children). Thank you!”