PennSix (band)

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Pennsylvania Six-5000 is an all-male a cappella singing group at the University of Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania Six-5000 was founded by twelve singers in 1894. Previously titled the Penn Collegians, the group found early success performing at galas and balls including a “Welcoming the 20th Century Bash” in 1900. As years went on, traditions grew stronger but some of the original comedy and musicianship in the group began to fade until 1933 when Glenn Miller turned them around. Later in Miller's musical career, when he penned the big-band swing hit “Pennsylvania Six-5000,” the then-current men of the Penn Collegians decided to change the name of the group in his honor.

An aim of the group is to keep its membership diverse in order to keep a fresh perspective. Auditions are held every fall to accept new members. About 100 men audition each year for two to five openings. Penn Six performs at a wide variety of events, from Bar Mitzvahs to alumni receptions, middle schools to college crowds.

In blending Good Musical Spirit (GMS), with harmony, humor, and occasional heresy, Penn Six is a truly unique entity in the world of college a cappella.

They consistently sell out their biannual concerts, including their most recent show at WXPN’s World Café Live in Philadelphia.