MCO® Texas | Dallas
For residents of the Dallas–Fort Worth, TX, metroplex. The Dallas locale opened in 2013.
2nd Semester youth registration is now open. Audition requests are being accepted for the Grand Chorus and Symphony Orchestra. See links below in the corresponding sections.
PARTICIPATION
Please read the IMPORTANT INFORMATION and REHEARSAL SCHEDULE sections below prior to registering or requesting an audition. Additional details may be found on the FAQ’s page.
To gain a better understanding of MCO, please read the About MCO section, including the Performing Ensembles and Participation Info pages. We also encourage you to visit our YouTube channel or listen to one of our eight albums.
Youth Choirs
For ages 4–18
Participation in youth ensembles does not require an audition. Simply click the Register button below to register your child online.
- Regular registration (2nd Semester only) opens December 2 and runs through the Monday after the first rehearsal of the semester. Late registration will incur an additional tuition cost of $20.00 per child and runs through the Monday after the second rehearsal of the semester, which is the final registration deadline. Three-payment and full-payment plan options are available during regular and late registration.
- Early-bird registration for the full 2026–27 season (both semesters) will open in spring 2026. It offers a 10% discount and 10-payment and full-payment plan options.
Grand Chorus
For accomplished singers (ages 18 and up)
Placement in the Grand Chorus is by audition only. Audition requests are being accepted at the link below.
Full-season participation is now required for continuing participants (those who participated the previous semester). Please direct questions about this to your Grand Chorus Manager. Continuing participants do not need to re-audition but may simply register online via the Register button below. Prior participants who have missed one or more semesters should request to re-audition.
- Regular registration for new 2nd Semester participants for the 2025–26 season will open in early 2026. Those who pass an audition will receive a link to register.
- Early-bird registration for the full 2026–27 season (both semesters) for continuing participants will open in Spring 2026. It offers a 10% discount and 10-payment and full-payment plan options. Only continuing participants (those who participated the previous semester) are eligible for the early-bird discount.
Symphony Orchestra
For accomplished instrumentalists (all ages)
The Symphony Orchestra is composed of volunteer instrumentalists.
Placement in the Symphony Orchestra is by audition only. Accepted players agree to participate as a volunteer. Audition requests are being accepted at the link below.
Audition request deadlines:
- July 15 (for 1st Semester)
- December 15 (for 2nd Semester)
Continuing participants (those who participated the previous semester) do not need to re-audition; they may simply register online via the Register button below. Prior participants who have missed one or more semesters should request to re-audition.
Registration for new participants for the 2025–26 season: Those who pass an audition will receive a link to register. Although there is no fee to participate, all Symphony Orchestra participants should register so they will be added to the roster and receive important communications.
CALENDAR
2025–2026 Season
- 1st Semester 1st Rehearsal (choirs only): September 4, 2025
- 1st Semester Run-Through and Concerts: December 2, 2025, Dallas, TX
- 2nd Semester 1st Rehearsal (choirs only): January 22, 2026
- 2nd Semester Run-Through and Concerts: April 8, 2026, Dallas, TX
Rehearsal Schedule
Choral ensembles rehearse weekly on Thursdays throughout each semester (there may be up to two Saturday morning rehearsals per semester). Details and times are below. The Symphony Orchestra rehearses on a few select dates TBD.
Young Singers Chorus
4:30–5:15 pm
Age 4 by the first rehearsal of the semester through 1st Grade
Children’s Chorus
4:55–5:45 pm
Grades 2–5 (homeschool at least age 7 by September 1)
Youth Chorus
5:20–6:45 pm
Grades 6–8 (homeschool at least age 11 by September 1)
Concert Choir Women
5:20–7:30 pm
Grades 9–12 (homeschool at least age 14 by September 1)
Concert Choir Men
6:20–7:30 pm
Grades 9–12 (homeschool at least age 14 by September 1)
Grand Chorus
7:40–10:00 pm (revised 12/1/25)
Accomplished adult singers 18 & over
Rehearsal Location
*NEW* rehearsal location for 2025–26 season
MCO Participant Handbook
For MCO’s general policies, expectations, tuition costs, attire costs, and all other information, please download and read the MCO Participant Handbook.
Tuition/Fees & Attire Costs
Scholarships are available for those with legitimate financial hardships. Email registration@millennial.org for details. Payment plans are also available and can be arranged as part of the online registration process.
| Ensemble | Age / Grade Level | Tuition / Fees Per Semester* | Concert Attire (Est. Cost)** |
|---|---|---|---|
| Young Singers Chorus | age 4–1st grade | $135 (about $11 per rehearsal) | Girls $37–45, Boys $48–64 |
| Children’s Chorus | 2nd–5th grade | $165 (about $14 per rehearsal) | Girls $37–45, Boys $48–64 |
| Youth Chorus | 6th–8th grade | $195 (about $16 per rehearsal) | Girls $73–83, Boys $59 (larger sizes extra) |
| Concert Choir Women | 9th–12th grade | $195 (about $16 per rehearsal) | $74–79 (larger sizes extra) |
| Concert Choir Men | 9th–12th grade | $165 (about $14 per rehearsal) | $117 (larger sizes extra) |
| Grand Chorus | Age 18 and up | $60 | Women $140, Men $117 (larger sizes extra) |
| Symphony Orchestra | Accomplished Instrumentalists | $0 | Concert black (purchase on your own) |