Plano Civic Chorus is seeking experienced singers to audition for the 2022-23 season. Auditions will be held January 2nd. Click the button below for audition procedures and to schedule an audition.

Audition Requirements
PLANO CIVIC CHORUS AUDITION
Those interested in auditioning should prepare "Widmung" by Robert Franz.
​(PDF version available by clicking buttons in they gray box below.)
  • High voices (soprano / tenor) should sing the key of Ab Major
  • Low voices (alto / bass) should sing the key of F Major
  • German text is preferred, but English will be acceptable as well. 
  • The piece does not need to be memorized. 
In addition to the prepared solo there will be vocalization, sight-reading, and a basic theory test.
PLANO CIVIC CHORUS REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE OBLIGATIONS
PCC rehearses on Monday Evenings from 7-9:30pm in the choir room at Christ United Methodist Church in Plano. Rehearsals will begin Monday, January 9, 2023 and will end mid-May, 2023. 
 
PERFORMANCE DATES
​All singers are expected to sing in all rehearsals and performances. Special circumstances will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Elements of Love: Plano Chamber Chorus featuring our Emerging Choral Composer Competition Winner (this is for Plano Chamber Chorus members only)

​Friday, March 3 | 7:30pm
Saturday, March 4 | 7:30pm
Sunday, March 5 | 4:00pm

50th Anniversary Celebration: Bob Chilcott commemorates PCC with a new commissioned work
Friday, April 15 | 7:30pm

 Mahler Symphony #2: with the Plano Symphony Orchestra 
Saturday, April 29, 2023

**PLANO CHAMBER CHORUS AUDITION
(open to new and returning members) 
Singers selected to be in Plano Chamber Chorus are also required to sing with Plano Civic Chorus.
  • You are required to sing Widmung in German.  
  • You must prepare and sing a solo of your choosing, such as an aria or art song.  An accompanist will be provided.
  • Vocalization and sight-reading 

**Recognizing the need for a non-professional chamber choir in the area, the Plano Chamber Chorus was formed in 2017 as an opportunity for highly experienced singers of the Plano Civic Chorus to perform a diverse repertoire of new and traditional music composed for the smaller ensemble.

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Audition Information

Those interested in auditioning should prepare "Widmung" by Robert Franz. (PDF version available by clicking buttons in green box.)
  • High voices (soprano / tenor) should sing the key of Ab Major
  • Low voices (alto / bass) should sing the key of F Major
  • German text is preferred, but English will be acceptable as well. 
  • The piece does not need to be memorized. 
In addition to the prepared solo there will be vocalization, sight-reading, and a basic theory test.
Auditions for Plano Civic Chorus and Plano Chamber Chorus are currently closed. Please fill out the form below to be notified about future audition dates.
AVE VERUM by Franz Liszt

DON'T YOU WEEP WHEN I'M GONE 
​arr. Debra Scroggins
NOTABLE QUOTABLES

THANK YOU for SUPPORTING
​PLANO CIVIC CHORUS
on NORTH TEXAS GIVING DAY

We appreciate all those who donated to PCC during the North Texas Giving Day Event! Thanks to you, we met our goal of $30,000! The gifts we received will surely be instrumental in the continued success of our organization. We are so very thankful for the support of our audiences, our friends, and our families, especially during this uncertain time for the performing arts community. We are lucky to have you!

If you didn't get the chance to donate but would still like to, click the button below to make a donation via PayPal to PCC.  

Purchase a SEASON SUBSCRIPTION below! 
At just $60.00 each, Season Subscriptions are our best deal! A Season Subscription comes with one ticket to each of PCC’s four concerts, plus one voucher that can be used to purchase a free guest ticket to any concert.
 
After your order is placed, please watch for an email from a PCC staff member, who will request additional information.  You will be asked for an attendee name for each subscription; however, tickets are transferable.

​Season Subscriptions will only be available for purchase online through October 1, 2021, after which they can be purchased at the door of the Beginnings concert on October 2nd or 3rd.

Plano Civic Chorus 2021-2022 Season Subscription

Ralph Stannard Recognized for
20 years as PCC Artistic Director

At the Plano Chamber Chorus "Into the Light" concert on November 7, 2020, Ralph Stannard was recognized for his twenty years of service as Artistic Director of Plano Civic Chorus. Appointed at the beginning of the the 2000-2001 season, Mr. Stannard has grown the chorus into a well-respected choral organization in North Texas. Known for his innovative concert programming, collaborations with local music groups, composers and artists, and desire to implement the great choral works of the masters, Mr. Stannard has helped Plano Civic Chorus bring about its mission to provide outstanding musical experiences for singers, and provide fine choral music to the community. 
Plano Civic Chorus 
P.O. Box 864411
Plano, Texas 75086
Info@planocivicchorus.org
​972-606-5220