Chorus Information
Harmony Bay Chorus (Sweet Adelines Intl, Oakland)
Carol Rhine
Information last updated: 2008-06-01
Status:
Current
Basic Information
| Description: | This is an amateur, community, recreational, special interest women's chorus, open to the general public. |
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| Web Address: | http://www.harmonybay.org/ |
| Year Estab: | 1968 |
| Mission: | To teach and train its members in singing four-part harmony, barbershop style, without instrumental accompaniment, the parts being tenor, lead, baritone, and bass, this to be accomplished by organizing and maintaining chorus and quartets. |
| Emphasis: | Modern American vocal music |
| Size: | 32 |
| Concerts/Year: | 6 |
| Auditions: | Yes, at church where we rehearse. Auditions are held after prospective member attends 6 sessions. Prospective ember must sing their part as a member of a quartet. |
| Dues: | $15 per year dues |
| Dress: | Costumes enhancing the particular musical package being used. |
| Rehearsals: | Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. to 10:15 p.m., Lutheran Church of the Cross, 1744 University Avenue (University north of McGee), Berkeley |
Categories
| Type of Music: | Barbershop |
Type of Chorus: | Women's Barbershop |
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| Rehearse City: | Oakland | ||
| Region: | Alameda County West | ||
| Audition Req'd: | Y | ||
Chorus Contact Information
| Phone: | (510) 523-2520 |
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| Email: | sing@harmonybay.org |
Other Information
| Related Groups: | Quartets and double quartets |
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| Bibliography: | Features and/or reviews appear periodically in the local press. |
| Comments: | Our members love to sing,especially enjoy barbershop harmony, and greatly appreciate the friendships and support which develop within our group." |