Orchestras, Dance, Acapella Groups... for my Penn Essay

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<li><p>From what I know, there seems to be a Penn Symphony Orchestra and Penn Chamber, and there's an option of auditioning once (for consideration of both groups). I wanted to know the difficulty? It's hard to evaluate, but I was wondering what level is required to get into Chamber. Also, when does Penn Chamber meet, and should I just include both in my essay?</p></li>
<li><p>As for dance, I'm just interested but pretty much a beginner. I'm interested in cultural, asian dance, as well as lyrical + more modern/popular dances. Anything that's right for me at Penn?</p></li>
<li><p>And I'm also interested in PennYo... except this year is my first year singing, period. I've joined an acapella group but my vocals aren't stellar (or too shabby). If anyone can tell me how it's like, that'd be great :)</p></li>
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<p>Just some more (less important) random questions. I'm pretty eager to study abroad, but my intended major (Psychology) seems to have little to do with studying overseas. The description online was very vague...
I'm also going to mention Creative Writing seminars, Psychology Department/Biology Department, Community Service, and Art/Design.
Is this overkill?</p>

<p>Intended Major (on CommonApp) is Psychology. Does everything fit..?</p>

<p>Replies would be much appreciated. I would kiss the ground you walk on :)</p>

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<p>dunno about 1</p>

<p>for 2, there’s the pan-asian dance troupe but you have to audition…</p>

<p>for 3, pennyo does auditions too (as do pretty much all penn acappella groups)</p>

<p>no reason why you can’t talk about all your academic interests; penn’s a place where you can discover how they all fit together and then choose which you may want to pursue for the long term</p>