Pentatonix

Pentatonix at USANA Amphitheatre photo by Ben P L licensed via CC BY-SA 2.0

American A Cappella Ensemble • Formed in 2011 • Pop • Cover Songs

Fast Facts

• American a cappella group from Arlington, Texas.
• The name Pentatonix comes from the musical term, pentatonic, which is a five-note scale.
• Known for their cover versions of popular songs and Christmas music
• Won the The Sing-Off in 2011,  a televised competition for a cappella groups
• Begun by high school friends, they became a global sensation when their video, The Wizard of Ahhhs, went viral on YouTube.
• Often include beatboxing and vocal percussion in their performances
• Have performed worldwide; notable venues include The White House and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
• As of March 2022, Pentatonix has sold more than 10 million albums worldwide. 
• Pentatonix has won three Grammy Awards, and supports charities, such as St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.