Chorus Information
Californians Chorus (BHS: Oakland East Bay Chapter)
Richard Cagnillia, Chorus Director
Information last updated: 2008-07-04
Status:
Current
Basic Information
| Description: | This is an amateur, recreational, special interest men's chorus, open to the general public. |
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| Year Estab: | 1974 |
| Mission: | To promote barbershop harmony |
| Emphasis: | A cappella only; four-part close harmony for men's voices |
| Concerts/Year: | Approximately 6 |
| Auditions: | Yes, held at a Chapter rehearsal. Auditions are held whenever the candidate feels he is ready. The candidate must be able to sing his part accurately in a quartet. |
| Dues: | $81 per year. |
| Dress: | Tuxedo-type uniform, brown and beige. |
| Rehearsals: | Monday, 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Broadmoore Community Church, 300 Dowling (corner of Dutton Ave. at Breed), San Leandro |
Categories
| Type of Music: | Barbershop Rock |
Type of Chorus: | Men's Seniors Barbershop |
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| Rehearse City: | San Leandro | ||
| Region: | Alameda County West | ||
| Audition Req'd: | Y | ||
Chorus Contact Information
| Mailing Address: | 960 Allview Avenue, El Sobrante, 94803 |
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| Phone: | (510) 223-3885 |
Other Information
| Related Groups: | Quartets; octets |
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| Bibliography: | Oakland Tribune; West County Times; Daily Californian |
| Comments: | Started with O.C. Cash, an attorney in Wichita, April 1938. The Society membership consists of 38,000 men in 770 chapters in 16 districts in the United States and Canada. The Society is the largest male singing organization in the world." |