The Sam Barlow High School Choir Program is home to five incredible ensembles: Treble Choir, Bruin Choir, Advanced Treble Choir, Barlow Sound, and Concert Choir. Each ensemble offers students a place to grow at their own pace, from singers just discovering their voices to experienced performers ready for more challenging repertoire. Within Barlow Sound, students also have opportunities to perform in smaller groups, including Treble Sound and Bruin Sound, where they can explore new styles and sharpen their skills in a more intimate setting.

Throughout the year, each choir participates in festivals and competitions, where students have the opportunity to perform, grow as musicians, and receive valuable feedback from choral scholars and adjudicators from across the state. These experiences push students to set goals, work together toward a shared sound, and take pride in what they accomplish as a group.

All five choirs are under the direction of Amber Schroeder, who has been inspiring and educating students at Sam Barlow for over a decade, alongside the incredibly talented accompanist Bill Krieger. Together, they bring a dedication to musical excellence and a genuine care for every student who walks into the choir room.

Together, these ensembles create a welcoming musical community where students build friendships, develop their talents, and share their love of music both onstage and beyond. Whether it’s their first year singing or their last, every member of the Barlow choir family has a place to belong and a voice worth sharing.