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The Untold Story of Scott Hoying, Pentatonix Star

My Son’s Journey to Find Harmony in Music and Life

Connie Hoying - Foreword by Scott Hoying

This book depicts the life and career of Scott Hoying, Grammy Award-winning cofounder of Pentatonix, as seen by his mother Connie. More than just a book about her son’s life, Connie tells a heartfelt story of perseverance, dedication to music, LGBTQ+ acceptance, and supportive parenting.

Connie mixes personal experiences about raising Scott and his two siblings with an account of his life—from Scott's childhood in Texas and coming out in high school to meteoric rise to fame with Pentatonix and, finally, married life. As a child, Scott was a musical prodigy. Connie shares what influenced him as a kid, his early musical successes and failures, and the ways she fostered a creative environment along with hard-won lessons as a mother of three. She candidly recounts Scott’s coming out process in high school, including her initial mistakes and concerns along the way but also her journey to understanding and allyship. She details the unlikely formation and explosion of Pentatonix—from their start on The Sing-Off and initial setbacks to incredible success—as well as Scott’s solo work and the duo act Superfruit with Mitch Grassi.

Connie concludes with a reflection on the wonderful, authentic life Scott and his husband Mark Manio have created for themselves and the support & choices that led up to that moment. Along with a foreword by Scott, the book also includes a QR code to an original, previously unreleased song “Pray” which covers themes related to Scott's coming out story.

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Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Pages: 260 • Trim: 5½ x 8½
979-8-8818-0493-0 • Hardback • May 2025 • $26.95 • (£19.99)
Subjects: Biography & Autobiography / Music, Family & Relationships / LGBT, Music / Genres & Styles / Pop Vocal

Connie Hoying is a retired physical therapist and mother of three children: Lindsay, Lauren, and Scott. By sharing her experiences and contributions to her son’s growth, Connie is a resource for parents who want to guide their children toward successfully pursuing their passions. She and her husband Rick live in Fort Worth, Texas.

Table of Contents

Foreword by Scott Hoying

Preface

Chapter 1: From One Generation to Another

Chapter 2: Texas Bound

Chapter 3: Scott Arrives

Chapter 4: Elementary School Years

Chapter 5: Junior High Years

Chapter 6: High School Years

Chapter 7: “Mom, I’m Gay”

Chapter 8: New Beginnings

Chapter 9: The Rise of Pentatonix

Chapter 10: Finding Solid Footing in The Music Biz

Chapter 11: Superfruit

Chapter 12: International Success and the Grammys

Chapter 13: Boy Meets Boy

Chapter 14: Wedding Vows

Chapter 15: It’s A Wonderful Life

Tips For Parents (and Life in General)

Notes To Scott: From Mark, Pentatonix Members, and Others

Acknowledgements (It Takes a Village)

To My Family

Index

About the Author

"This book is for every parent navigating the emotions and challenges of supporting a child who has just come out to them. It definitely tugs at your heartstrings.


— Bobby Berk, Queer Eye


Wow! I really learned about the experiences and influences that shaped Scott into the person he is today—from his deep-rooted love of music and the challenges he faced along the way.


— Loren Allred


A powerful book. When people first become parents, they often envision a life for their children that ultimately aligns with their own experiences. But as children grow, they inevitably forge their own paths, ones that may challenge assumptions and invite others to see the world in new ways. For Scott’s mom, learning that her son is gay was one such invitation—a call to examine her fears, but most of all, her love.


— Colton Haynes, Teen Wolf and Arrow


This book is an incredible window into the beautiful family that guided Scott and his sisters to be as successful and happy as they are. I had the privilege to sing Scott down the aisle when he married Mark and officiated their gorgeous union together. I also had the privilege to meet Scott’s whole family and see exactly where his strong sense of love, self-worth, and joy came from. I felt it right away—it was his mother. You know someone is so loved when they are so good at loving.


— Christina Perri


The Untold Story of Scott Hoying, Pentatonix Star

My Son’s Journey to Find Harmony in Music and Life

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Hardback
Summary
Summary
  • This book depicts the life and career of Scott Hoying, Grammy Award-winning cofounder of Pentatonix, as seen by his mother Connie. More than just a book about her son’s life, Connie tells a heartfelt story of perseverance, dedication to music, LGBTQ+ acceptance, and supportive parenting.

    Connie mixes personal experiences about raising Scott and his two siblings with an account of his life—from Scott's childhood in Texas and coming out in high school to meteoric rise to fame with Pentatonix and, finally, married life. As a child, Scott was a musical prodigy. Connie shares what influenced him as a kid, his early musical successes and failures, and the ways she fostered a creative environment along with hard-won lessons as a mother of three. She candidly recounts Scott’s coming out process in high school, including her initial mistakes and concerns along the way but also her journey to understanding and allyship. She details the unlikely formation and explosion of Pentatonix—from their start on The Sing-Off and initial setbacks to incredible success—as well as Scott’s solo work and the duo act Superfruit with Mitch Grassi.

    Connie concludes with a reflection on the wonderful, authentic life Scott and his husband Mark Manio have created for themselves and the support & choices that led up to that moment. Along with a foreword by Scott, the book also includes a QR code to an original, previously unreleased song “Pray” which covers themes related to Scott's coming out story.

Details
Details
  • Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
    Pages: 260 • Trim: 5½ x 8½
    979-8-8818-0493-0 • Hardback • May 2025 • $26.95 • (£19.99)
    Subjects: Biography & Autobiography / Music, Family & Relationships / LGBT, Music / Genres & Styles / Pop Vocal
Author
Author
  • Connie Hoying is a retired physical therapist and mother of three children: Lindsay, Lauren, and Scott. By sharing her experiences and contributions to her son’s growth, Connie is a resource for parents who want to guide their children toward successfully pursuing their passions. She and her husband Rick live in Fort Worth, Texas.

Table of Contents
Table of Contents
  • Table of Contents

    Foreword by Scott Hoying

    Preface

    Chapter 1: From One Generation to Another

    Chapter 2: Texas Bound

    Chapter 3: Scott Arrives

    Chapter 4: Elementary School Years

    Chapter 5: Junior High Years

    Chapter 6: High School Years

    Chapter 7: “Mom, I’m Gay”

    Chapter 8: New Beginnings

    Chapter 9: The Rise of Pentatonix

    Chapter 10: Finding Solid Footing in The Music Biz

    Chapter 11: Superfruit

    Chapter 12: International Success and the Grammys

    Chapter 13: Boy Meets Boy

    Chapter 14: Wedding Vows

    Chapter 15: It’s A Wonderful Life

    Tips For Parents (and Life in General)

    Notes To Scott: From Mark, Pentatonix Members, and Others

    Acknowledgements (It Takes a Village)

    To My Family

    Index

    About the Author

Reviews
Reviews
  • "This book is for every parent navigating the emotions and challenges of supporting a child who has just come out to them. It definitely tugs at your heartstrings.


    — Bobby Berk, Queer Eye


    Wow! I really learned about the experiences and influences that shaped Scott into the person he is today—from his deep-rooted love of music and the challenges he faced along the way.


    — Loren Allred


    A powerful book. When people first become parents, they often envision a life for their children that ultimately aligns with their own experiences. But as children grow, they inevitably forge their own paths, ones that may challenge assumptions and invite others to see the world in new ways. For Scott’s mom, learning that her son is gay was one such invitation—a call to examine her fears, but most of all, her love.


    — Colton Haynes, Teen Wolf and Arrow


    This book is an incredible window into the beautiful family that guided Scott and his sisters to be as successful and happy as they are. I had the privilege to sing Scott down the aisle when he married Mark and officiated their gorgeous union together. I also had the privilege to meet Scott’s whole family and see exactly where his strong sense of love, self-worth, and joy came from. I felt it right away—it was his mother. You know someone is so loved when they are so good at loving.


    — Christina Perri


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