TUITION & FEES RESIDENT CHOIR PROGRAM A ffordable & A ccessible A rts PCC's Triple-A Commitment Complete a Triple-A Application Today Step Up PEP Student? Use your scholarship! Arts should be accessible to everyone, regardless of finances. To unleash and support the potential of all young people in Northwest Florida, we must remove barriers. Access to life-changing arts education should not be the exclusive privilege of those with higher levels of expendable income. This is the philosophy behind PCC’s Triple-A Commitment: Affordable & Accessible Arts —a cultural and economic equalizer which empowers families to pay tuition based on their financial ability. What is it? This Triple-A Commitment adopts a sliding scale model of tuition. As such, a family contributes according to their household’s expendable income. This commitment stands on a foundation of fairness and equity and enables families across all socioeconomic brackets to access the quality music education programs of the Pensacola Children’s Chorus. How much might my family pay? While every family is different, PCC’s Triple-A Commitment makes tuition assistance much more transparent. The two largest contributing factors are your household size (i.e., the number of individuals living under the same roof) and total household income. Combined, these metrics will determine how much you will pay (represented by a percentage off full price fees). You can estimate with these charts: Monthly Tuition What costs are included in the Triple-A Commitment? This Triple-A Commitment includes reductions in monthly and/or semester tuition, the one-time registration fee, select performance tickets, and select merchandise items. Do I have to submit my financial information? We encourage all families to complete a Triple-A Application to get a true placement on the scale. However, those who do not wish to submit their financial information will be assessed maximum cost for PCC’s programs. Does PCC give full (100%) awards? The Triple-A Commitment considers the importance of a family’s “stake in the game.” As such, each family is expected to make an investment in their child’s success as well as their commitment to PCC’s programs. The minimum that any family might pay is $25 per month for singers in the Resident Choir Program. If additional financial assistance is needed, please ask about our Sing to Succeed program to see if your student qualifie s for free tuition. Does PCC accept Step Up scholarships? The Pensacola Children’s Chorus is now a direct service provider through Step Up for Students. After providing proper notification, families may use available funds to pay for their child’s PCC membership. Click here for more information. Step Up PEP Sign-Up Triple-A Application E-mail us with any additional questions! Here's how it works:

OUR STORY PENSACOLA CHILDREN’S CHORUS The mission of the Pensacola Children’s Chorus is to foster the personal and social growth of its singers and engage the community through inspirational musical experiences. Since its formal beginnings in 1990, the Pensacola Children’s Chorus has sought to inspire and transform the lives of young people through music and the performing arts. Under the leadership of founding artistic directors, Susan and Allen Pote, PCC was originally formed under the auspices of the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra and was called the Pensacola Symphony Children's Chorus. With growing interest, PCC formally separated from the Symphony in 1994 and incorporated as an independent 501(c)3. Over time, PCC has grown to amass 9 resident ensembles, 5 neighborhood programs, 2 regional choirs, and a regular schedule of summer programming. Mounting nearly 40 performances each season, PCC reaches an annual audience of nearly 25,000 individuals. PCC’s performance résumé is vast, though its first concert similar to the Broadway-style musical revues it mounts today began in early 1990s with the first Showtime performance. Held in the parish hall of First Presbyterian Church to a large crowd, it was clear that a move to a bigger venue was in order, and thus performances at the Pensacola Saenger Theatre became a staple of the regular concert calendar. Soon after, the first Christmas on the Coast came to life in 1995 and has since been a beloved holiday tradition in Pensacola. In 1997, operations moved into a permanent facility on the campus of First Presbyterian Church, a place it still calls home today. In 2015, Susan and Allen Pote announced their plans to retire at the conclusion at of the 2015–2016 season after 26 years of leadership. The Board of Directors launched a national search and identified Alex Gartner, a native of Cincinnati, Ohio, to serve as the new Artistic Director. Under Gartner’s leadership since 2016, PCC has evolved into a multi-program organization. The Resident Choir Program remains the flagship with 6 core ensembles and 3 elective ensembles reaching singers in Grades 1–12. These groups combine for the Mainstage Performance Series which includes Christmas on the Coast , One World, Many Voices , and Showtime . These initiatives are flanked by the Neighborhood Choir Program, a network of ensembles rooted in communites who have historically lacked access to the arts; and Regional Initiatives, which include the Tri-City Children’s Choir (serving northern Escambia County) and the Atmore Area Youth Choir located across the state line in Alabama. Summer months are filled with Sing in the Summer, a multiweek series of camps rooted in foundational music and movement education. PCC’s three decades of accomplishments and milestones are vast, yet none compare with the greatest of all: the thousands of young lives that have been radically transformed through music. At PCC, music is not simply a means of entertainment, it is a tool that is used to build foundational skills that enable a child to be successful throughout their lives. Responsibility, teamwork, accountability, confidence, and empathy—these are the values which are embedded in every facet of the Pensacola Children’s Chorus. Together, they create a safe, inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

JOIN A CHOIR PENSACOLA CHILDREN’S CHORUS YOU are our missing voice. Join the PCC Family today! Downtown Pensacola RESIDENT CHOIRS We are currently accepting new members for the 2025-2026 Season! How do I join? Auditions will become available as early as May 2026 for the 26-27 Concert Season. Sign-up by clicking one of the AUDITION SIGN-UP buttons. Do I need to prepare anything for an audition? No preparation is needed! Please come as you are. The audition process is short and meant to assess your musicianship skills for placement purposes. Does it cost anything to audition? No, the audition is completely free! Once you enroll, our programs cost as little as $25/month or at no charge for qualifying singers. For more information, please click here . Other audition scheduling questions? Contact Juliana Child, Assistant Artistic Director Request More Info Brownsville | NE Pensacola | Woodland Heights PCC has partnered with the City of Pensacola Department of Parks & Recreation to offer choirs hosted at the Woodland Heights, Gull Point, and Fricker Resource Centers. How do I join? No audition is required. Simply sign up ! PENSACOLA SINGS Request More Info Register Here Century | Jay | Flomaton TRI-CITY CHILDREN’S CHOIR Enrollment for Tri-City will begin in August. Visit the TCCC website for more information. More Info Atmore ATMORE AREA YOUTH CHOIR Enrollment for Atmore will begin in August. Visit the AAYC website for more information. More Info

CHOIR TOURS PENSACOLA CHILDREN’S CHORUS For Resident Choir singers in Grades 6-12 & recent Alumni Carnegie Hall New York City June 12-16, 2026 Manhattan Concert Productions invites the Pensacola Children’s Chorus to perform at Carnegie Hall on June 15, 2026. Under the leadership of PCC Artistic Director Alex Gartner , PCC singers will serve as the core ensemble for the MCP National Youth Chorus , a convocation of elite youth choirs from across the United States. In addition to this remarkable performance opportunity, your 5-day trip to the Big Apple includes tickets to 2 Broadway Musicals, the opportunity to survey the New York City skyline from atop the Rockefeller Center , views of the Statue of Liberty , and so much more! To answer the age-old question of “how do you get to Carnegie Hall,” we say “practice, practice, practice... and be a part of the prestigious Pensacola Children’s Chorus.” This invitation-only performance is one not to be missed. It will create memories that will last a lifetime. Packages start at $1,889 Pricing, Itinerary & Trip Info Apply to Chaperone Register HERE

OUR CHOIRS PENSACOLA CHILDREN’S CHORUS The Pensacola Children’s Chorus operates 16 choirs in 8 locations throughout the Northwest Florida region. Select your choice location to find out more! Downtown Gulf Breeze Century Atmore (AL) NE Pensacola Warrington Brownsville Woodland Hts. RESIDENT CHOIRS Downtown Pensacola PCC’s flagship choirs are part of the Resident Choir Program , an array of diverse ensembles for singers in Grades 1-12. All groups rehearse at least once per week at PCC’s Downtown Pensacola facilities and perform on the Mainstage Series at the Saenger Theatre. These choirs rehearse from September-May annually, and new members are welcomed to join by audition in May or August for fall enrollment, and December/January for spring enrollment. How much does it cost? As little as $25 Click here to learn more about tuition. per month Interested in joining? Sign Up Today! Get More Info How much does it cost? As little as $0 per month Interested in joining? Sign Up Today! Member Site Gulf Breeze | Warrington | NE Pensacola | Woodland Heights | Brownsville PENSACOLA SINGS It’s easier than ever to find a choir close to where you live. Enroll today in PENSACOLA SINGS, a cross-sector collaboration between PCC and the City of Pensacola to make high quality choral experiences more accessible. Funded by the City, these choirs are completely FREE and meet weekly for three sessions during the year: October–December, March–May, and June–July. Century | Jay | Flomaton TRI-CITY CHILDREN’S CHOIR The Tri-City Children’s Choir is a regional initiative of the Pensacola Children’s Chorus which serves singers in grades 3-6 from the cities of Century, Jay, Flomaton (AL), and the communities in the Escambia Counties of northern Florida and southern Alabama. Singers rehearse in Century and meet weekly for two semesters per year: October-December and March-May. How much does it cost? As little as $25 per month Interested in joining? Visit TCCC Online Get More Info Atmore Area ATMORE AREA YOUTH CHOIR The Atmore Area Youth Choir is a regional initiative of the Pensacola Children’s Chorus which serves singers in grades 7-12 from the city of Atmore and the surrounding area. Singers rehearse in Atmore and meet weekly for two semesters per year: October-December and March-May. How much does it cost? As little as $25 per month Interested in joining? Visit AAYC Online Get More Info Atmore

PRACTICE MATERIALS PENSACOLA CHILDREN'S CHORUS Click on your choir below to access sheet music, song lyrics, choreography videos, practice tracks, and solo audition materials! Preparatory Choristers Festival Concert Young Singers Ensemble Choraliers Chorale Ambassadors Pensacola Sings Tours Summer Camps Christmas Parade Nutcracker

SPECIAL EVENT SUPPORT PENSACOLA CHILDREN’S CHORUS Choir-for-Hire Looking for musical entertainment to support your conference, corporate meeting, holiday party, or other special event? Look no further than the Pensacola Children's Chorus. Our choirs consistently provide the highest quality musical entertainment and are sure to impress your attendees. More Information Request a Performance Event Equipment Rental PCC maintains a special inventory of sound equipment, event lighting, and performance risers and platforms that are available to support your special event needs. Our rental rates are among the cheapest in-town, and all rental payments support our mission-based programs and scholarships. Rates & Terms Request a Rental

JOIN OUR TEAM PENSACOLA CHILDREN’S CHORUS ASSISTANT ARTISTIC DIRECTOR Full-time (exempt); starting Summer 2026 The Pensacola Children's Chorus seeks a skilled choral educator and professional musician who will work alongside the Artistic & Executive Director to shape and shepherd the vision, development, and execution of PCC's educational and artistic programming. The Assistant Artistic Director will work alongside the entire teaching and administrative staff to align the organization’s mission with artistic, educational, and strategic goals in pursuit of PCC’s vision of a vibrant community whose youth use music to find success and thrive. CLICK HERE to view the full job description. Interested candidates should thoroughly review the job posting and send requested materials to jobs@pensacolasings.org . Videos are not required at the time of application, and references will not be contacted without prior permission of the applicant. Priority will be given to those who apply on or before January 31, 2026. Materials will be reviewed as they are received. For questions about the position, please e-mail jobs@pensacolasings.org . BOARD MEMBER 1-3 hours/month, rolling start date The Pensacola Children’s Chorus seeks passionate community members to serve as Members of its Board of Directors. As a collective body, the Board of Directors leverages their professional expertise and personal connections to advocate for PCC’s programs and advance the organizational mission throughout the community. The Board of Directors serves as the primary governing body of the Pensacola Children’s Chorus. The entity draws its power from the organization’s Bylaws which outline the Board’s leadership structure and decision-making authority. Individual board members are selected not simply to fill a vacant seat, but to use their professional expertise to help advance the organization forward. CLICK HERE to view the full job description. Interested candidates send an email expressing one’s interest and relevant qualifications to the following individuals: • Sheila Dunn, Board President – sdunn@uwf.edu • Alex Gartner, Artistic & Executive Director – agartner@penasacolasings.org Communications from interested applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis. For questions, please contact any of the individuals listed above.

OUR PARTNERS PENSACOLA CHILDREN’S CHORUS We work alongside these and numerous other partners to create quality musical experiences, foster youth leadership, and inspire our community. In January 2023, PCC was awarded a multiyear grant through the Escambia Children’s Trust , a taxpayer funded agency which provides leadership, funding, services, and research on behalf of Escambia County’s children to ensure they grow up to be healthy, productive, stable community members. Focusing on a target population of at-risk youth, ECT has provided membership for nearly 100 young people in PCC’s transformational choral programs. Since the beginning, the Pensacola Children’s Chorus has been closely connected to the Escambia County School District and Santa Rosa County School District . Members of PCC’s staff routinely lead professional development workshops and serve as in-classroom consultants for local music teachers. PCC hosts the area third graders each year for a special performance of Christmas on the Coast and was able to take Hauntcert to 3 different elementary schools. In March 2023, PCC partnered with the City of Pensacola to launch Pensacola Sings, a network of community choirs based in neighborhood resource centers with an aim to make singing opportunities more available to the city’s youth. Sessions resumed in March 2025 and will continue through the fall. The Pensacola Children’s Chorus regularly partners with our city’s leading arts organizations, including the Pensacola Opera , Ballet Pensacola , Pensacola Symphony Orchestra , the Choral Society of Pensacola , and Pensacola Little Theatre . These collaborations include full concerts, joint educational programs, and the exchange of costumes, set pieces, and equipment. Pensacola is fortunate to have such a vibrant arts community. Interested in partnering with PCC? If your event is for a charitable purpose, please e-mail us . If you’re interested in musical entertainment for your special event, our choirs are for hire!

OUR IMPACT PENSACOLA CHILDREN’S CHORUS Our programs inspire young musicians and change lives . Show Your Support Today With your support , the Pensacola Children's Chorus is able to make an impact on 5,000 youth from throughout Northwest Florida each year. Through the Pensacola Children's Chorus, a singer can discover their potential, build confidence in who they are, and use their voice to become a powerful contributor to our community. Thank you for making this impact possible ! Impact of Choral Singing for Youth 70 % develop stronger levels of self-discipline 61 % improve their academic performance 86 % build strong network of friendships 82 % have good memory and recall skills Amplified Impact of PCC 92 % have strong sense of identity and belonging 86 % process complex feelings and express themselves 80 % feel less stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed Our Community 5,000 youth served 60+ local and regional schools Ages 6-18 enrolled in programs 68 programs & performances Your Investments at Work $1,220 supports one singer for an entire season $8,390 connects a child to a neighborhood choir Your Donations at Work $95 supports one singer for one month $150 gives concert tickets to a family in need $34,000 supports one of PCC's performances at the Saenger Theater $250 helps a child enroll in their very first musical summer camp $201,000 scholarship funds awarded since 2016 $500 funds one scholarship for an entire year Words from our families on scholarship I have seen so many positive changes in my daughter since she joined PCC. We are extremely blessed by generous donors who make this possible for her. You can make a difference! Support Our Mission Sponsorships Planned Giving Meet Our Supporters Request More Information