A boy's treble voice lasts only a few years. By the age of 13 or 14, most boys will never again in their lives be able to make the sounds that typify a well-trained boys choir. The Pacific Boychoir gives boys with potential the opportunity in these few years to become professional singers, to sing with other choirs, on recordings, with orchestras, and for audiences across the country and around the world.

The educational aspects of music have been well-documented. With music as a vehicle, boys also learn responsibility, how to work as a vital member of a team, how to present themselves, and the value of striving for excellence. Though it takes some hard work, singing in the Boychoir is of course fun! Performing provides once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. Find out what the Pacific Boychoir is up to here.

The Pacific Boychoir Academy is looking for boys in grades K-5 who like to sing (boys age 10-18 with previous experience are invited to audition as well). Currently, there are about 100 boys in the after school program. There is typically one audition day in the winter and one in the fall for the after school program (other appointments can be made in the case of conflicts), but boys can be auditioned any time during the year. Boys interested in auditioning for the Boychoir can call the choir office or send an e'mail to the PBA. Families interested in the PBA day school can visit the day school pages.

 

Next audition day: April 30, 2008 Call for an appointment: 510-652-4722

Though a musical background is helpful, the Boychoir does not require auditionees to have previous musical experience. The purpose of the audition is to determine

• ability to match pitch
• ability to identify musical elements
• joy in music
• willingness to learn

Interested families are invited to call (510) 652-4PBA to be contacted with more information, to make an audition appointment, or for information on the day school.

For more information, e-mail the Boychoir.