We encourage and welcome visitors, both singers and non-singers. You will find an abundance of good music and fellowship, whether you simply choose to enjoy the rehearsal by sitting in front and listening to the chorus, or whether you chose to jump on the risers and sing with the chorus. We are always looking for new members, men who like to sing close, four-part harmony a cappella style, but guests are always welcome to come and experience a Penn-Ohio rehearsal just to see what it is like.

Virtually every singer who attends his very first Penn-Ohio Singers rehearsal or show is somewhat "awed" by the combination of sound and choreography. However, every member on our risers had to start from square one, learning the necessary music and performance skills over a period of months. Developing these skills takes time and commitment, and concentrated dedication. But when you are striving to become the best at what you do, the rewards far outweigh the effort.

If you are interested in becoming a Penn-Ohio Singer, you must attend three rehearsals before you become eligible to join. At that time you will be given a voice placement, which consists of a member of the Music Team taking you aside and assessing your ability to match pitches, your vocal range, your ability to stay in tune and your ability to sing a harmony part. Music reading and sight-reading skills, while helpful, are NOT requirements of membership in the Penn-Ohio Singers. Any time after completing a voice placement, you are eligible for the performance audition. In this audition, you will perform a simple song in quartet style in front of the Music Team. While you perform, the Music Team listens to your ability to carry your part. Your performance DOES NOT have to be perfect and you DO NOT have to be a trained singer to pass this audition. Some prospective members are unable to pass the performance audition on their first attempt. If, due to nervousness or recent singing inactivity, you are unable to pass this audition, you are welcome to try again.

Upon successful completion of the performance audition, and Music Team and Chapter Board of Directors approval for membership, a Chapter member will guide you through a checklist of steps (application completion, dues and fees to be paid, uniform measurements, etc.) necessary to complete the membership process. The process from initial visit to membership usually takes a few months, during which you will take your place on the risers.