Program Information
Pearl River Community College offers several choir programs to students who wish to learn more about their craft. These include: the Voices, PRCC Singers, Currents, and Rapids.
We invite you to come for a visit and experience some of the creative opportunities these programs have for YOU!
Choir Offerings at PRCC
A variety of arts events and performances are presented by the college’s award-winning performing ensembles, visual art students and theater program. The department also hosts guest concerts and recitals on campus throughout the year. These events are held the Ethel Holden Brownstone Center for the Arts and are open to the public. Please consult the schedule of events for a current list of upcoming performances and ticket information. Further information about The Brownstone Center can be found on their website .
PRCC Singers is an auditioned choral ensemble of 50-60 singers (includes all members of The Voices, Currents, and Rapids). The ensemble performs at various events both on campus and in the community. PRCC Singers has an established tradition of excellence. In 2016, PRCC Singers was chosen as a featured choir at the MMEA/ACDA State Conference.
Service Scholarship:
For information, click here.
Audition Group:
- Appointment via ZOOM or in-person
- Prepare a 90-second solo song
- A brief tonal memory portion
Contact Information:
Dr. LaDona Tyson – ltyson@prcc.edu
The Voices is an elite performing group at Pearl River Community College in Poplarville, MS. They serve as representatives of PRCC, singing at campus, community, and recruiting events throughout the year.
In recent years the group has performed at the Louisiana ACDA Conference, the Briarcrest Invitational, and the 2022 ACDA Southern Division Conference in Raleigh, North Carolina. The Voices placed third at the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) Miami Quarterfinal in 2023 and their debut EP was nominated for a Contemporary A cappella Recording Awards (CARA) Award for best EP.
The Voices perform an average of 25 concerts each year and each member of The Voices receives a ¾ tuition service award each for fall and spring semesters. The mission of The Voices is to demonstrate the Wildcat Way (Pride, Respect, Class, and Character) through meaningful performance and student leadership.
Auditioned Group:
Auditions are a Two Round process and are held each spring for the following school year. Second Round Audition Callbacks are invitation only.
- Round ONE Auditions
- February 24 – March 7
- 90 second video singing pop/rock song
- Upload video to YouTube as an unlisted link
- Email link to LTYSON@PRCC.EDU.
- Include name, email address, high school, and preferred singing part in email.
- Round TWO Auditions (Callbacks)
- Callback invitations and information will be emailed on March 10
- Callbacks on March 25 at 4 PM in choir room
Service Award:
For information, click here.
Contact Information:
Dr. LaDona Tyson – ltyson@prcc.edu
Currents is the advanced treble ensemble. Currents sing challenging literature ranging in style from musical theater/pop to traditional choral repertoire.
Currents rehearse twice weekly as a class and all members receive a ¾ tuition service award.
Auditions:
- Round ONE Auditions
- February 24 – March 7
- 90 second video singing pop/rock song
- Upload video to YouTube as an unlisted link
- Email link to LTYSON@PRCC.EDU.
- Include name, email address, high school, and preferred singing part in email.
- Round TWO Auditions (Callbacks)
- Callback invitations and information will be emailed on March 10
- Callbacks on March 25 at 4 PM in choir room
Service Award:
For information, click here.
Contact Information:
Dr. LaDona Tyson – ltyson@prcc.edu.
Rapids is the advanced tenor/bass ensemble. The ensembles sing challenging literature ranging in style from musical theater/pop to traditional choral repertoire.
Rapids rehearse twice weekly as a class and all members receive a ¾ tuition service award.
Auditions:
- Round ONE Auditions
- February 24 – March 7
- 90 second video singing pop/rock song
- Upload video to YouTube as an unlisted link
- Email link to LTYSON@PRCC.EDU.
- Include name, email address, high school, and preferred singing part in email.
- Round TWO Auditions (Callbacks)
- Callback invitations and information will be emailed on March 10
- Callbacks on March 25 at 4 PM in choir room
Service Award:
For information, click here.
Contact Information:
Dr. LaDona Tyson – ltyson@prcc.edu.
Service
Scholarship
Each student that participates in the instrumental, vocal, and drama programs at Pearl River is eligible for a service scholarship*. Scholarships are awarded for a maximum of six semesters and do not have to be taken during consecutive semesters. Service scholarships within the Department of Fine Arts and Communications can be “stacked” with academic, other service scholarships, and State and Federal financial aid.
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