Musical ability, selection and presentation will be judged at the 61st annual Greek Sing at 1 p.m. April 1 in Lantz Arena.

About 20 to 23 fraternities and sororities will be participating in the Greek Week tradition.

Teams typically choose a theme and pick songs that represent the ideas of the theme.

Travis Elko, the chairman for Greek Sing, said in past years sororities chose songs that let them flex their musical talents, while some fraternities sing songs known for popularity to please the crowd.

But when a scoring category in scoring is crowd appeal and participation, it can be expected that the participants will attempt to put on a show one way or another.

Some fraternities and sororities, however, will showcase genuine vocal talent rather than funny themes.

Alex Sandack, a freshman communication studies major and a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon, said he and his brothers are ready to use their pipes.

“We’re kind of a singing frat,” Sandack said. “Just about our entire community (is participating).”

Haley Ashby, a sophomore art education major and a member in Alpha Sigma Alpha, said the competition, although serious, is definitely friendly and has brought her team together.

“We’re anticipating to be better than last year,” Ashby said. “(The new girls) are really holding us up.”

Ashby said she thinks it will be fun to see all the different performances.

Jack Swan, a sophomore special education major and a member of Chi Phi, said that even though his fraternity is not participating, he is excited for the event.

“It usually is pretty fun,” Swan said. “I’m hoping to see something funny.”

Elko said the participants usually have a good time whether they walk away with a title or not.

“All of them come and have fun,” Elko said. “It’s another great way to come together.”

Sandack said he understands why unity is a consistent theme within Greek Sing.

“I just get to hang out with the guys,” Sandack said. “We have to harmonize.”

Felicia Darnell can be reached at 581-2812 or [email protected].