About Houston High Choirs

EST. 1989

The Choirs

FIFTH MEASURE

This is an auditioned advanced contemporary a cappella mixed choir. Students sing a variety of pop music and are expected to be proficient sight readers. During the Holiday season, the group is known to dress in traditional Dickens attire and carol for many organizations throughout the Memphis area. It is strongly encouraged that Fifth Measure students be enrolled in one other choir course. Auditions are early Spring and consist of callbacks. A Booster Club fee is required.

HONORS TREBLE CHOIR

This course is for treble-voiced singers (sopranos and altos) with previous choral experience. Focusing on intermediate-level vocal technique and musicianship, students will explore a diverse range of choral music. Audition is required for enrollment, and students will be expected to commit to rehearsals and performances. A course fee and the purchase of performance apparel is required.

HONORS CONCERT CHOIR

This course is designed for experienced singers who demonstrate a high level of vocal proficiency and musicianship. Through challenging repertoire, students will refine their vocal technique, sight-reading skills, and musical interpretation. The focus will be on advanced choral techniques. Participants will perform at school concerts, community events, and competitions. Auditions are required for enrollment along with a commitment to regular practice. Students are required to audition for the Sr. High All West Honor Choir. A course fee and the purchase of performance apparel is required.

BEGINNER MIXED CHOIR

This course is designed for 9th-12th grade students with beginner experience in choral singing. Emphasizing vocal technique, music literacy, and ensemble performance, students will learn the fundamentals of singing in a group setting. Repertoire will include a variety of musical styles. The course provides a supportive environment for students to improve their musicianship and perform in school concerts and events. No prior choir experience is required—just a willingness to learn and have fun through music! A course fee and the purchase of all-black performance apparel is required.