Chorus  
 
   
 
     


General Information      

The 2024 Convention Chorus list can be seen here!

  • Approximately 40 students will be selected for the Texas FFA Chorus.
  • Potential participants must be Active FFA Members at the time of convention, no older then a high school senior or younger then a high school freshman during the 23-24 school year, and be approved by Advisors to participate.
  • Selection will be based on voice quality and attempting to achieve a chorus with balance
    1.) Ability to blend in an advanced ensemble
    2.) Balanced numbers of soprano, alto, tenor, and bass voices
    3.) It is most difficult to find altos who can sing well in upper register, low basses, and first tenor.

Provided for Chorus Members      
  • Lodging from Monday through Friday
  • Chorus Pin & T-Shirt
  • Meals will be provided as follows: Lunch Monday - Thursday; Dinner Monday - Thursday. 

Student Responsibilities      
  • If selected, the student must attend ALL rehearsals in Houston, TX.
  • The first rehearsal is Monday mid-morning of the convention week
  • Chorus members are required to stay through the closing convention session on Friday
  • If there is a conflicting award activity (i.e. Lone Star Degree recipient, Scholarship, etc), the student must get permission from the Chorus Director by Monday afternoon of convention
  • The student is responsible for the cost of travel to/from Houston, a portion of the lodging, and Official Dress, some meals and convention registration.
  • The student is responsible for the $500 charge which covers a portion of the lodging and expenses, including some meals. This charge will be placed on the Chapter's Roster Management account upon Advisor approval.

 
  Checklist for Application
     
Did you?
  • Speak to your Advisor about applying
  • Complete and submit the online application found above prior to the deadline.
  • Send the audition recording via email (electronic) or mail (cassette/CD) to the Texas FFA Chorus Coordinator by deadline. (NEW MEMBERS ONLY!!)
  • Make sure your Advisor received the link to the Advisor recommendation form and that he/she completed it by the deadline.