78th ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION & COMPETITION
October 26 – 31, 2026 | Columbus, Ohio (USA)
SingUnited.org/Columbus2026
TABLE of CONTENTS President’s Welcome 3 Hours of Operation 5 AcaShop 6 Schedule of Events 8-11 Education Classes 12-13 Judging Panels 14 Webcast Schedule 15 Harmony Classic 16-17 Quartet Semifinals 18-22 Chorus Semifinals 23-25 Quartet Finals 26-28 Class of 2026 30-31 Chorus Finals 29-33 Songs 34-42 Media Policy 43
SingUnited International Mission Statement
Elevating women singers worldwide through education, performance, and competition in barbershop harmony and a cappella music.
Vision Statement
Inspiring and empowering voices to joyfully harmonize the world.
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WELCOME to COLUMBUS It is with great joy and enthusiasm that I welcome you to our 78th Annual International Convention and Competition in Columbus Ohio—a city that warmly greets us with its slogans, “Yes, Columbus” and “Ohio, the Heart of It All!” Returning to this wonderful city and venue for a second time feels like a true homecoming, enriched by the memories of our last visit. This is a historic milestone: our very first convention as SingUnited International. As we gather this week, we proudly celebrate our new name while honoring and preserving our deep legacy as Sweet Adelines International. New name. Same harmony. Same heart! As always, this week offers us the amazing opportunity to learn, grow, and be inspired. This week’s events promises exceptional education sessions, outstanding performances, and moments that remind us of the shared passion and purpose that bring us together and unites us across the globe. Perhaps most importantly, this gathering gives us the chance to rekindle connections with friends both old and new from around the world. There is something truly special about being together in person—sharing ideas, celebrating achievements, discovering new possibilities, and simply enjoying each other’s company. May the days ahead be filled with joy, harmony, excitement, and inspiration. May every session spark curiosity, every performance move your spirit, and every conversation strengthen the bonds of our remarkable community. Good luck to all competitors crossing the stage this week. When we sing together, our voices become harmony, our hearts become community, and our family becomes one beautiful song.
Bonne semaine – have a great week!
JD Crowe International President
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WORK IN PROGRESS
CONSTRUCTION CARDIO COURTESY OF THE CONVENTION CENTER! A few of the convention center escalators will be down for scheduled maintenance. Signage and directions as well as convention center staff will be available to help anyone navigate to additional elevators, escalators and stairways.
Thank you for your patience as we all navigate a situation out of our control.
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HEADQUARTERS | REGISTRATION | WILL CALL GCCC – Exhibit Hall A
HOURS of OPERATION Monday, Oct. 26 • 2-7 P.M. Tuesday, Oct. 27 • 9 A.M. – 7 P.M. Wednesday, Oct. 28 • 9 A.M. – 7 P.M. Thursday, Oct. 29 • 9 A.M. – 7 P.M. Friday, Oct. 30 • 9 A.M. – 4 P.M. Saturday, Oct. 31 • 8:30 A.M. – 2 P.M.
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Shop a wide selection of products from your favorite vendors in the all new AcaShop! Stop by International Sales to stock up on brand-new SingUnited merch as well as favorites from our Sweet Adelines at Heart collection.
INTERNATIONAL SALES Convention Charm
$7
Aluminum Water Bottle
$10
Supersoft SingUnited T's
$25 SingUnited Hoodies!
$35
2026 Convention Bag
$18
VENDORS
Prices listed in USD
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SIP and SHOP NEW!! EVENTS... JOIN US! We have special Sip and Shop hours planned throughout the week—perfect for connecting with friends, browsing products, and celebrating what we love: singing together!
Monday 4–7 P.M.
Thursday 1:30–4 P.M.
Saturday 8:30–10:30 A.M.
Following the Coronet Club Crown Reveal
After Intermission
Mimosas & Champagne Only
A cashless bar will be available during these select hours.
POP-UP MUSEUM
Our Pop-Up Museum is Back! Take a walk through 80+ years of harmony with curated pieces from the international archives. From classic Sweet Adelines memorabilia to champion dolls to historical documents, this exhibit is sure to spark memories and conversation!
FOOD OPTIONS Discovery Café Located between Exhibit Hall A and B, this convenient dining option off the main concourse and closest to the competition arena, offers two places to grab a quick bite so you don’t stray too far from the action.
Columbus Grille Burgers, fries, chicken, and more options made with locally sourced, fresh ingredients. Homegrown Market Selections include salads, soups, signature sandwiches and gourmet side dishes. CO LU MB U S 2 02 6 | 7
SCHEDULE of EVENTS All times, events, and locations are subject to change. Arena Seating
All competition sessions are general seating, except VIP sections honored Wednesday–Saturday (Oct. 28–31). Harmony Classic on Tuesday, Oct. 27 is general seating for all.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26 EVENT
TIME
LOCATION
Chorus Toolkit Workshops
By Appointment Only
GCCC, B244-245
RMT Training (By Invitation Only)
8 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
GCCC, Lower Level A Rooms
Roundtable Discussions
9 – 11 A.M.
GCCC, C161 AB- C162 AB
Vocal Warmups
11 – 11:30 A.M.
GCCC, B140-143
Quartet Coaching Under Glass 11:30 A.M. – 1:30 P.M.
GCCC, A120, B144, B145 & C160A
Chorus Coaching Under Glass 1:30 – 2:30 P.M.
GCCC, The Heart of It All Ballroom B
AcaShop
2 – 7 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
Registration/Will Call/HQ
2 – 7 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
Riser Rehearsals 2:30 P.M. – Midnight
GCCC, The Heart of It All Ballroom A-C
Harmony Classic Briefing
3 – 4 P.M.
GCCC, C150-151
Coronet Club Crown Reveal
3:15 – 4 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
Sip and Shop
4 – 7 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
AUDIENCE REMINDERS Photography, audio, video, or live streaming is prohibited during all competition sessions. Please turn off cell phone and watch alarms, so they will not sound while contestants are on stage. Smoking, e-cigs, and vaporizers are prohibited in convention and competition venues. Please be aware no one may enter or exit the competition seating area while contestants are on stage. Firearms and weapons are prohibited at all SingUnited event locations.
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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27 EVENT
TIME
LOCATION
Chorus Toolkit Workshops
By Appointment Only
GCCC, B244-245
Riser Rehearsals 7 A.M. – Midnight
GCCC, The Heart of It All Ballroom A-C
Quartet Briefing
9 – 10 A.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall B
ACP Class
9 – 11 A.M.
GCCC, A121-122
Panel Discussion on Chorus Culture
9 – 10 A.M.
GCCC, A112-113
Panel Discussion on Traits of a Successful Chorus
10:15 – 11:15 A.M.
GCCC, A112-113
AcaShop
9 A.M. – 7 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
Registration/Will Call/HQ
9 A.M. – 7 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
Chorus Briefing
9:40 – 10:40 A.M.
GCCC, C150-151
Tech Rehearsal
11 A.M. – 12:30 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall B
Coronet Club Reunion 1:30 – 2 P.M.
Hilton Columbus Downtown, Pheoris West A-B Room
Volunteer Briefing
GCCC, B140-145
2:30 – 3:30 P.M.
Coronet Club Reception 2 – 3 P.M.
Hilton Columbus Downtown, Pheoris West A-B Room
Harmony Classic
GCCC, Exhibit Hall B
5 – 10:30 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28 EVENT
TIME
LOCATION
Chorus Toolkit Workshops
By Appointment Only
GCCC, B244-245
Riser Rehearsals 7 A.M. – Midnight
GCCC, The Heart of It All Ballroom A-C
50/60/70-Year Member Anniversary Breakfast
8 – 9:30 AM
By Invitation Only
AcaShop
9 A.M. – 7 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
Registration/Will Call/HQ
9 A.M. – 7 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
Quartet Semifinals
10 A.M. – 10:30 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall B
Quartet Finalist Briefing
End of Contest
GCCC, Exhibit Hall B
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SCHEDULE of EVENTS All times, events, and locations are subject to change. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22 event
Arena time Seating
location
All competition sessions are general seating, except VIP sections honored Wednesday–Saturday (Oct. 28–31). Harmony Classic on Tuesday, Oct. 27 is general seating for all.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29 EVENT
TIME
LOCATION
Chorus Toolkit Workshops
By Appointment Only
GCCC, B244-245
Riser Rehearsals 7 A.M. – Midnight
GCCC, The Heart of It All Ballroom A-C
AcaShop
9 A.M. – 7 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
Registration/Will Call/HQ
9 A.M. – 7 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
Chorus Semifinals
10 A.M. – 9 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall B
Sip and Shop
1:30 – 4:30 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
International President’s Reception
9:30 – 11 P.M.
By Invitation Only
Chorus Finalist Briefing
End of Contest
GCCC, Exhibit Hall B
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 EVENT
TIME
LOCATION
Chorus Toolkit Workshops
By Appointment Only
GCCC, B244-245
Chorus Education Class 9:30 – 11 A.M. with Toast of Tampa
GCCC, The Heart of It All Ballroom B
AcaShop
9 A.M. – 4 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
Registration/Will Call/HQ
9 A.M. – 4 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
Toast of Celebration
10 – 11 A.M.
By Invitation Only
Donor Suite
11 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
By Invitation Only
Quartet Finals
11:30 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall B
The Coronet Club Show
8 – 10:30 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall B
(Separate Ticket Purchase Necessary)
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 EVENT
TIME
LOCATION
Chorus Toolkit Workshops
By Appointment Only
GCCC, B244-245
Quartet Education Class 9:30 – 11 A.M. with Clever Girl
GCCC, The Heart of It All Ballroom B
Sip and Shop
8:30 – 10:30 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
AcaShop
8:30 A.M. – 2 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
Registration/Will Call/HQ
8:30 A.M. – 2 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall A
Chorus Finals
11:30 A.M. – 5:30 P.M.
GCCC, Exhibit Hall B
Donor Suite
Noon – 4 P.M.
By Invitation Only
Retro Rewind Dance Party 7 – 9 P.M.
Hilton Columbus Downtown, Pheoris West A-B Room
Coronet Clubhouse
Hilton Columbus Downtown, Pheoris West A-B Room
9:30 P.M. – Midnight
NEW THIS YEAR! AcaTots Room | G-CCC, A110-111
Need a quick break from the main stage? The AcaTots Room is a dedicated quiet space designed for parents and little ones to relax and recharge during contest sessions. Minors under 18 must have a parent or guardian present. A TV with livestream will be available so you won't miss a single note of the competition. Available during contest times only. Open one hour prior to contest.
Retro Rewind Dance Party
Join us for our ultimate closing night dance party as our live DJ spins pop, rock, and hip-hop hits from the 80s and 90s. Hit the dance floor, and show off your best retro moves. When: Saturday, October 31, 7-9 P.M. Dress: Costumes and retro gear are encouraged, but totally optional.
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EDUCATION CLASSES Monday, October 26 Elevate RMT Training Day By Invitation Only. Regional Management Team members are invited to participate in a full day of instruction, discussion, and networking. Roundtable Discussions | You loved our tabletop discussions so much last year, we brought them back! Start your day off by participating in facilitated discussions, led by International Faculty on a variety of subjects. Breathing: Lori Lyford Visual/Physical Characterization/Expression: Jen Williams Vowels & Tuning: Valerie Taylor Song Assessment Tool: Jessie Caynon & DEIC representative Performance Anxiety & Prep: Karen Breidert Vocal Health: Jamy Claire Archer Vocal Warmups: Caitlin Castelino Quartet Coaching Under Glass | Come and see non-competing quartets as they have a coaching session with one of our esteemed coaches–Renée Porzel, Anne Downton, Mary Rhea, and Deanna Kastler! Chorus Coaching Under Glass | Oh, to be coached by Tony DeRosa! Come and watch One Voice Chorus, led by Molly Huffman, as they work with Tony to steal some ideas for your own chorus (or coaching!) experience.
Tuesday, October 27 New Beginnings and Happy Endings: Suzy Lobaugh and Jean Flinn | A close look at creating intros and tags. Panels with Barbershop Experts | Join moderator Thérèse Antonini as selected panels of International Faculty, judges, and additional experts answer your questions: Chorus Culture: Physical Performance for All: Removing Barriers to Physical Participation | Anna Rosenberg, Sharon Cartwright, Heather Schouten Wilson Traits of a Successful Chorus Member Marketing & Membership | Jenny Harris, Leah Tanzy-Roberts, and Joanne Oosterhoff.
Friday, October 30 Chorus Music Education Class | Finding Your Authentic You 2026 International Champion Toast of Tampa Chorus Join the energized members of Toast of Tampa Show Chorus along with their Director, Tony DeRosa, as they share ways to find ‘Your Authentic You’. Our art form is a unique craft and calls for creative learning for everyone. Maybe it is best that one size does NOT fit all! During our time we will laugh and learn as we explore the many ways Toast of Tampa strives to elevate our vocal, musical, and visual performance. 1 2 | COLUMBUS 202 6
EDUCATION CLASSES Friday, October 30 Quartet Music Education Class | “Using Your Head to Get Into Your Heart” 2025 International Champion Quartet Clever Girl This class will encompass some of the nitty-gritty of quartetting, and using the left and right brain tactics to bring a well-rounded, emotional performance to stage.
2026 EDUCATION SCHEDULE MONDAY, OCTOBER 26 EVENT
TIME
LOCATION
RMT Training by Invitation Only
8 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.
GCCC, Lower Level A Rooms
Roundtable Discussions
9 – 11 A.M.
GCCC, C161-162 AB
Vocal Warmups
11 – 11:30 A.M.
GCCC, B140-143
Quartet Coaching Under Glass
11:30 A.M. – 1:30 P.M. GCCC, A120, B144, B145 & C160A
Chorus Coaching Under Glass
1:30 – 2:30 P.M.
GCCC, The Heart of It All Ballroom B
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27 EVENT
TIME
LOCATION
ACP Class
9 – 11 A.M.
GCCC, A121-122
Panel Discussion on Chorus Culture
9 – 10 A.M.
GCCC, A112-113
Panel Discussion on Traits of a Successful Chorus
10:15 – 11 A.M.
GCCC, A112-113
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 EVENT
TIME
Chorus Music Education Class 9:30 – 11 A.M. with Toast of Tampa
LOCATION GCCC, The Heart of It All Ballroom A-C
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 EVENT
TIME
Quartet Music Education Class 9:30 – 11 A.M. with Clever Girl Quartet
LOCATION GCCC, The Heart of It All Ballroom B
Throughout the week... Chorus Toolkit Advice Available by Appointment!
Throughout the week, members of the Chorus Toolkit Subcommittee are available by appointment to visit with ensembles to share ideas, advice, and more. Scan the QR code to sign up. CO LU M B U S 2 02 6 | 1 3
INTERNATIONAL JUDGING PANEL QUARTET JUDGING PANEL Sound Mary Rhea & Valerie Taylor
Panel Chair Paula Davis
Music Jana Gutenson & Cydney Wentsel
Panel Secretaries Thérèse Antonini & Kelli Hinton
Expression Annette Wallace & Karen Sweeters
Resource Judge Tori Postma
Visual Communication Diane Porsch & Anna Rosenberg
Page Pattee Bender
HARMONY CLASSIC AND CHORUS JUDGING PANEL Sound Bobbette Gantz & Beth Smith
Panel Chair Jana Gutenson
Music Kay Bromert & Corinna Garriock
Panel Secretaries Thérèse Antonini & Kelli Hinton
Expression Paula Davis & Lisa Hunszinger
Resource Judge Diane Porsch
Visual Communication Donna Halley & Tori Postma
Page Pattee Bender
TRIAL SCORERS Sound Kimberly Graham
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Expression Evani Goll Linda Wareham
Webcast Schedule singunited.tv
Harmony Classic • Tuesday, October 27 Jenny Harris
5-10:30 P.M.
Jean Schoenlank
5-10:30 P.M.
Quartet Semifinals • Wednesday, October 28 Karen Breidert (Anchor)
10 A.M.–2:30 P.M.
Melynnie Williams
10 A.M.–2:30 P.M.
Karen Breidert
4–10:30 P.M.
Jeannie Froelich
4–10:30 P.M.
FIRST SESSION SECOND SESSION
Chorus Semifinals • Thursday, October 29 Sharon Cartwright (anchor)
10 A.M.–2:45 P.M.
Cammi MacKinlay
10 A.M.–2:45 P.M.
Sharon Cartwright
4:15–9 P.M.
Kim Wonders
4:15–9 P.M.
FIRST SESSION SECOND SESSION
Quartet Finals • Friday, October 30 Karen Breidert
11:30 A.M.–4:30 P.M.
Neyla Pekarek
11:30 A.M.–4:30 P.M.
Chorus Finals • Saturday, October 31 Sharon Cartwright
11:30 A.M.–5:30 P.M.
Molly Huffman
11:30 A.M.–5:30 P.M.
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Tuesday | October 27 GCCC Exhibit Hall B All seating is General Admission
Welcome | 5–5:20 P.M. Presented by: International President JD Crowe
Harmony Classic | 5:20–10:30 P.M.
Introduction: Janell Mason Emcees: Laurel Strielkauskas and Beth Paul Mic-Testers: One Voice, #4
DIVISION A
1. Sound Harmony #13 Seattle, WA, USA Elizabeth Davies, Director
4. Hickory Tree #15 Stirling, NJ, USA Carolyn Schmidt, Director
2. River Rhapsody #6 Bismarck, ND, USA Carol Kurtz, Director
5. Carolina Harmony #14 Raleigh, NC, USA Susie Smith, Director
3. Diamond Jubilee #4 Middletown, Ohio, USA Jean Barford, Director
DIVISION AA
INTERMISSION 30 min
1. Vienna-Falls #14 Fairfax, VA, USA Ginger Albertson, Director
4. Perth Harmony #34 Perth, Western Australia Jennifer Squires, Director
2. The Woodlands Show, #10 The Woodlands, TX, USA Kerri Mauney, Director
5. Enchanted Mesa Show #21 Albuquerque, NM, USA Audrianna Aragon, Director
3. Metro Nashville, #4 Nashville, TN, USA Kim Wonders, Director
INTERMISSION 20 min
Most Entertaining Award:
Vote for your choice for Harmony Classic Most Entertaining Award! Scan the QR Code with your phone's camera to cast your vote. 1 6 | COLUMBUS 202 6
Tuesday | October 27 GCCC Exhibit Hall B All seating is General Admission
Harmony Classic Division A Awards Presentation Presenters: Milltown Sound, Elaine Hamilton, Nicky Salt, and members of Viva Acappella 5th Place: 4th Place: 3rd Place: 2nd Place:
2026 Harmony Classic Division A Champion Chorus: Harmony Classic Division AA Awards Presentation Presenters: Lisa Greenough, Evani Goll, and members of Gateway Chorus 5th Place: 4th Place: 3rd Place: 2nd Place:
2026 Harmony Classic Division AA Champion Chorus:
Closing Songs
The Winners' Song Directed by Lisa Greenough How We Sang Today Directed by the 2027 Division A and Division AA Champion Chorus Directors CO LU MB U S 2 02 6 | 1 7
Wednesday | October 28 GCCC Exhibit Hall B All seating is General Admission - Except VIP Seating
Quartet Semifinals | First Session | 10 A.M.–3 P.M.
Introduction: Janell Mason Emcees: Debbie Cleveland and Jenny Cutlip Mic-Testers: Clever Girl Quartet W = Indicates quartet is a Wildcard
1. Alouette, #34
8. Daybreak, #17
2. Plot Twist, #14, W
9. Firefly, #16
3. Last Call, #8
10. Presto!, #14
4. Lucille, #17
11. Uproar, #21
Diane Jenkins (t), Circular Keys Vicki Dwyer (l), Circular Keys Jane Masters (bt), Circular Keys Crystal Forbes (bs), Circular Keys Jessie Palmer (t), Chapter-at-Large, #14 Betsy Summers (l), Chapter-at-Large, #14 Holly Hartman, (bt), Virginia Coast Karen Stauss, (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #14 Lizzie Loomis (t), Skyline Becky Maybury (l), Skyline Mary Duncan (bt), Kansas City Laura Barnick (bs), Skyline Erin Lavoie (t), Chapter-at-Large, #21 Jennifer Recker (l), Chapter-at-Large, #17 Emily O’Brien (bt), Harborlites Loren Vaughn (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #15
5. 942, #15
Macenzie Bigness (t), Spirit of Syracuse Kristina Valentino (l), Spirit of Syracuse Catrina Tulowiecki (bt), Spirit of Syracuse Katie Sheerin (bs), Spirit of Syracuse
6. Yellow Brick Road, #15, W
Diane Duff (t), Liberty Oak Heidi Wilson (l), Liberty Oak Patricia Danner (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #15 Shayna Atkinson (bs), Liberty Oak
7. Essence, #10
Janet Burnett (t), Houston Horizon Candice Griffith (l), Alamo Metro Kerry Parker (bt), Alamo Metro Tianna Coffey (bs) Chapter-at-Large, #14
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Joan Boutilier (t), River City Sound Sara Clevenger (l), Greater Harmony Margie Manuel (bt), Greater Harmony Allison Hengelsberg (bs), Greater Harmony Rachel Beach (t) North Metro Susann McKinley (l) North Metro Laura Norris (bt) North Metro Sharon Demy (bs) North Metro Lindsay Patrick (t), Song of Atlanta Jennifer Cooke (l), Scenic City Kathe Schellman (bt), Song of Atlanta Kris Wheaton (bs), Song of Atlanta Rebecca Smith (t), Harborlites Amber Carroll (l), Harborlites Pam Pieson (bt), Harborlites Catherine Berriz (bs), Harborlites
INTERMISSION 30 min 12. Mile High Mix, #8, W
Mary Selano (t), Skyline Robin Mickle (l), Skyline Laura Schafer (bt), Velvet Hills Kim Andrews (bs), Skyline
13. Wicked Blend, #14, W
Michaela Medford (t), Song of Atlanta Bettina McDougal (l), Virginia Coast Jamee Billings (bt), Queen Charlotte Lorrie Mauney (bs), Queen Charlotte
Wednesday | October 28 GCCC Exhibit Hall B All seating is General Admission - Except VIP Seating
14. Skylark, #34
19. Venture, #5
15. Meadowlark, #13
20. Spice, #6
Joanne Oosterhoff (t), A Cappella West Avril Hughes (l), Brindabella Kirsten Richardson (bt), A Cappella West Glenda Lloyd (bs), Brindabella Katharine Francis (t), A Cappella Joy Sarah Robinson (l), Jet Cities Mindy Engelberg (bt), A Cappella Joy Kate Brouns (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #13
16. MINT, #26, W
India Neville (t), Lions Gate Marissa Ho (l), Lions Gate Natalie Cotton (bt), Lions Gate Christina Fai (bs), Lions Gate
17. Serenade, #25
Connie Light (t) Rich-Tone Caitlin Klemballa (l) Scottsdale Melanie Esquivias (bt) Scottsdale Lindsay Chartier (bs) Note-ably North Texas
18. Sirens, #9
Gina Baker (t), Spirit of the Gulf Angie Love-Callahan (l), Spirit of the Gulf Deanna Kastler (bt), Spirit of the Gulf Joanie Jacques (bs), Spirit of the Gulf
Melissa VanHousen (t), Vocal Standard Eva Marie Vargo (l), Vocal Standard Melissa Gillespie (bt), Vocal Standard Janet Velazquez (bs), Vocal Standard
Angela Blackwood (t), City of Lakes Heidi Dick (l), City of Lakes Liz Miller (bt), City of Lakes Jan Rick (bs), City of Lakes
21. Nothin’ But Treble, #8
Heleena Herrington (t), Chapter-at-Large, #8 Mindy Butler (l), Chapter-at-Large, #8 Ashlee Olson (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #8 Stephanie Osmond (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #8
22. ~Outside the Lines, #17, W
Shannon Lange (t), Greater Cleveland Chelsea Selvaggio (l), Greater Cleveland Christy Dillon (bt), Sound of Sunshine Carter Maysilles (bs), Sound of Sunshine
23. Three Sixty, #31
Veryan Zimber (t), Chapter-at-Large, #31 Gemma Fox (l), Lace City Sarah Netherton (bt), Viva Acappella Nicky Salt (bs), Viva Acappella
BREAK 1 hr 10 min Personal photos or videos are strictly prohibited! For the safety of our competitors and the greater enjoyment of our audience members, personal photos, videos, and livestreaming are strictly prohibited inside the competition venue. As in years past, SingUnited International Headquarters staff and contracted personnel will be taking photographs, video, and/or other digital media of attendees throughout the convention in designated areas. See pg. 43 for more details on video, recording, and photography policies.
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Wednesday | October 28 GCCC Exhibit Hall B All seating is General Admission - Except VIP Seating
Quartet Semifinals | Second Session | 4:10–10:30 P.M. Introduction: Janell Mason Emcees: Gretchen Holloway and Stacey St. John W = Indicates quartet is a Wildcard
24. VanQ, #26
31. The Valkyries, #11 Withdrawn
25. Wildfire!, #25
32. Radiant, #9
26. Last Minute, #31, W
33. All Fired Up!, #19 Withdrawn
Sandy Marron (t), Lions Gate Alana Hibbert (l), Lions Gate Emma Gibson (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #26 Shannon Harris (bs), Lions Gate Rachel Radcliff (t), OK City Erin Goeke (l), Rich-Tone Jennifer Foster (bt), OK City Jen Le Claire (bs), Rich-Tone Martina Gierse (t), Chapter-at-Large Region, #31 Krista Moller (l), Forth Valley Katy Taylor (bt), Chapter-at-Large Region, #31 Anne-Miek De Nijs (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #31
27. Smile, #32
Lena Norström (t), Chapter-at-Large, #32 Jennie Rytter (l), Chapter-at-Large, #32 Maria Jansson (bt), Copper Town Harmony Inger Forsstedt (bs), Copper Town Harmony
28. Firestorm, #8, W
Morgan Pawl (t), Chapter-at-Large, #8 Kelli Lind (l), Velvet Hills Teresa Newman (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #8 Michelle Barnes (bs), Velvet Hills
29. Voxy, #13 Withdrawn
Kadi Holdsworth (t), A Cappella Joy Alena Hemingway (l), Chapter-at-Large, #13 Megan Hofkamp (bt), Jet Cities Judy Pozsgay (bs), Westcoast Harmony
30. Game Time, #12
Kimberly Blackwell (t), Chapter-at-Large, #8 Klysta Schoof (l), High Desert Harmony Katrina Kmak (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #12 Julie Cameron (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #12
Grace Lueck (t), Chapter-at-Large, #11 Emma Castillo (l), Chapter-at-Large, #11 Kayla Quilantang (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #11 Sarah Saavedra (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #11 Abbie Owens (t), Toast of Tampa Show Hannah Paschal (l), Toast of Tampa Show Emma Paschal (bt), Toast of Tampa Show Katie Vincent (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #9 Nancy Cloeter (t), Harbor City Music Company Alicia Carter (l), Chapter-at-Large, #19 Dawn Adams (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #19 Kim Elger-Griffin (bs), Spirit of the Gulf
34. Dreamland, #17, W
Staci Slamka (t), Grand Rapids Holli Houtz (l), Grand Rapids Hannah Barton (bt), Heartland Singers Leigh Anne Dorman (bs), Chapter-atLarge, #15
35. Maine Squeeze, #1
Laura Carey (t), Millennium Magic Kirsten Alfano (l), Millennium Magic Andrea Hernandez (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #1 Laura Fassett (bs), Millennium Magic
36. Gusto!, #12
Dana Entrikin (t), Oregon Coast Stephanie Beard (l), Oregon Coast Martha Segura (bt), Oregon Coast Mary Magnuson (bs), Oregon Coast
37. VOCE, #1
Deanna Sargent (t), Millennium Magic Cheryl Brusket (l), Chapter-at-Large, #1 Angie Kunasek (bt), Millennium Magic Beth Paul (bs), Millennium Magic
INTERMISSION 30 min 20 | COLUMBUS 202 6
Wednesday | October 28 GCCC Exhibit Hall B All seating is General Admission - Except VIP Seating
38. Alchemy, #19
Katie Knorr (t), Valley Forge Jennifer Kuethe (l), Harbor City Music Company Katie Mannherz (bt), Harbor City Music Company Amanda Clements (bs), Harbor City Music Company
39. Spellbound, #14, W
Mary Lauren Keeny (t), Song of Atlanta Meredith Stentiford (l), Song of Atlanta Alexis Nicoletta (bt), Song of Atlanta Kristen Thomas (bs), Song of Atlanta
40. Obsession, #19
Susan Irwin (t), Harbor City Music Company Lori Crouter (l), Harbor City Music Company Marianna Gellert (bt), Harbor City Music Company Peggy Jones (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #19
41. Cool Name Pending, #4
Amanda Kaufmann (t), Scioto Valley Mindy Krueger (l), Motor City Blend Tracy Marcarello (bt), Scioto Valley Karen Johns (bs), Gem City
45. Avoid the Frogs,#14
Maryna Pinder (t), Song of Atlanta Madeleine Cox (l), Song of Atlanta Virginia Corradino (bt), Song of Atlanta Ashlynn Blaha (bs), Song of Atlanta
46. Stiletto, #3
Lindsey Bondi (t), Choral-Aires Kimberly Blair (l), Choral-Aires Missy Roberts (bt), Choral-Aires Linda Herza (bs), Choral-Aires
47. Based on a True Story, #35
Kristina Roper (t), Greater Auckland Chorus Kathy Lopez (l), Greater Auckland Chorus Steph Panzic (bt), Greater Auckland Chorus Kate Gregory (bs), Greater Auckland Chorus
48. Lumos, #2
Andrea Petzold (t), Motor City Blend Shayna Stubblefield (l), Motor City Blend Deb Densmore (bt), Grand Traverse Tamela Moore (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #2
INTERMISSION 15 min
42. Cantiamo, #9
Maddie Higdon (t), Bridges of Harmony Kim Higdon (l), Bridges of Harmony Helen Giallombardo (bt), Bridges of Harmony Shelly Traficante (bs), Bridges of Harmony
43. PRISM, #3
Cindy Ahlgrim (t), Melodeers Jenelle Lambert (l), Midwest Crossroad Janet Masters (bt), Choral-Aires Debbie Lee (bs), Choral-Aires
44. Duly Noted, #9
Raegan Goldman (t), Toast of Tampa Show Madison Riviere (l), Chapter-at-Large, #9 KaleyAnna Raabe (bt), Toast of Tampa Show Heather Wiegert (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #8
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Wednesday | October 28 GCCC Exhibit Hall B All seating is General Admission - Except VIP Seating
Special Performances: 2026 Rising Star Champion Quartet, Checkmate 2026 Diamond Division Champion Quartet, Mile High Mix
International Novice Quartet Award
This award recognizes the highest-scoring quartet in the International Semifinals in which two or more members have never competed in the Semifinals and no member of the quartet is a previous International Quartet Champion. The quartet must also receive a minimum score of 960 points.
2026 International Novice Quartet Award Recipient: Announcement of Quartet Finalists Fill in the Order of Appearance below. 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6: 7: 8: 9: 10:
Closing Song
Come On and SING! Directed by Mary Rhea 22 | COLUMBUS 202 6
Thursday | October 29 GCCC Exhibit Hall B All seating is General Admission - Except VIP Seating
Chorus Semifinals | First Session | 10 A.M.–2:45 P.M.
Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: Ros VanHecke Mic-Testers: Highest-scoring chorus from 2026 Harmony Classic contest
1. Spirit of the Gulf, #9
9. Greater Cleveland, #17
Ft. Myers, FL, USA Gina Baker & Deanna Kastler, Directors
Independence, OH, USA Shannon Lange & Chelsea Selvaggio, Directors
2. Greater Harmony, #17
10. Westcoast Harmony, #26
Pittsburgh, PA, USA Michael Hengelsberg, Director
Vancouver, BC, CAN Anne Downton, Director
3. Melodeers, #3
11. Greater Harrisburg, #19
Wheeling, IL, USA Renée Porzel, Director
Harrisburg, PA, USA Jenn Fox, Director
4. Harborlites, #21
12. Sirens of Gotham, #15
Huntington Beach, CA, USA Pam Pieson, Director
New York, NY, USA Stephanie Ofshinsky, Director
5. York Harmony, #16
13. Scioto Valley, #4
Sharon, ONT, CAN Martha DeClerq, Director
Dublin, OH, USA Kerry Denino, Director
6. San Diego, #21
14. A Cappella Joy, #13
San Diego, CA, USA Dan Wessler, Director
Bellevue, WA, USA Nikki Blackmer, Director
7. Canadian Showtime, #16
15. Song of Atlanta, #14
Ottawa, ONT, CAN Julie Sykes, Director
Roswell, GA, USA Becki Hine, Director
8. Mission Valley, #12
16. Midwest Crossroad, #3
Los Gatos, CA, USA Angela Suraci, Director
Joliet, IL, USA Tori Hicks, Director
INTERMISSION 30 min
BREAK 1 hr 10 min
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Thursday | October 29 GCCC Exhibit Hall B All seating is General Admission - Except VIP Seating
Chorus Semifinals | Second Session | 3:30–9 P.M. Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: Lori Britt Horvath
17. Faultline, #35, Withdrawn
26. Viva Acappella, #31
Wellington, New Zealand Carolyn Currington, Director
Bromley, Kent, United Kingdom Nicky Salt, Director
18. River Blenders, #5
27. Santa Monica, #11
Chesterfield, MO, USA Mollie Torres, Director
Santa Monica, CA, USA Laura Singer, Director
19. Dundalk, #19
28. Farmington Valley, #1
Baltimore, MD, USA Jennifer Williams, Director
Simsbury, CT, USA Cheryl Wilcox, Director
20. Pacific Empire, #12
29. Spirit of Syracuse, #15
Petaluma, CA, USA Patty Pennycook, Director
Syracuse, NY, USA Alicia Caron & Amanda Sky Harris, Directors
21. Rönninge Show, #32, Withdrawn
30. Merrimack Valley, #1
Rönninge, Sweden Anna Alvring, Director
Wilmington, Mass., USA Carol Smolenski & Sally Jeffery, Directors
22. Texas Harmony, #10
31. Rhythm of the Rockies, #26, Withdrawn
Irving, TX, USA Karla Callaway, Director
Calgary, Alberta, CAN Jo-Anne Killips, Director
23. Skyline, #8
32. City of Lakes, #6
Denver, CO, USA Vickie Maybury, Director
Minneapolis, MN, USA Natalie Berdahl, Director
24. Talk of Tulsa Show, #25
33. Motor City Blend, #2
Tulsa, OK, USA Frank Friedemann, Director
Detroit, MI, USA LeAnn Hazlett, Director
25. Sound of Sunshine, #9
INTERMISSION 15 min
Orlando, FL, USA Gayle Burton, Director
INTERMISSION 35 min Swan Song Performance
2026 International Champion Toast of Tampa Show Chorus Directed by Tony DeRosa | Tampa, FL, USA, #9
2026 SingUnited Music Educator Award
Presenter: JD Crowe Recipient: Tessa Walker, Song of Atlanta Chorus, #14 24 | COLUMBUS 202 6
Thursday | October 29 GCCC Exhibit Hall B All seating is General Admission - Except VIP Seating
2026 Ann Gooch Award
Presenters: International President JD Crowe and Ann Gooch Recipient: Bec Hewitt, Chapter-at-Large, #34
Harmony Achievement Award
Presenters: Laurel Strielkauskas and Lori Porter
Harmony Achievement Award Recipient:
Announcement of Chorus Finalists Fill in the Order of Appearance below.
1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6: 7: 8: 9: 10:
Closing Song
It's The Music That Brings Us Together Directed by Anna Rosenberg Adlerstam CO LU M B U S 2 02 6 | 2 5
Friday | October 30 GCCC Exhibit Hall B
Quartet Finals | 11:30 a.m.–4:30 P.M.
Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: International President JD Crowe Mic-Testers: 11th place quartet from the 2026 International Quartet Competition
Quartet Performances 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
INTERMISSION 30 min Lifetime Achievement Award
Presenter: International President JD Crowe Recipient: Erin Howden, North Metro Chorus, #16 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
INTERMISSION 20 min Vote for your choice for Most Entertaining Quartet! Scan the QR Code with your phone's camera to cast your vote.
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Friday | October 30
GCCC Exhibit Hall B All seating is General Admission - Except VIP Seating
Special Presentation
Building Our Future Together: Honoring the Past, Innovating the Future International President JD Crowe
Swan Song Performance
2026 International Champion Quartet, Dynasty
2026 Most Entertaining Quartet Award Recipient:
10th Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Coronet Club Board Members Cori Albrecht, Peggy Jones and Melynnie Williams
9th Place: Medals and certificates presented by Coronet Club Board Members Patty Cobb Baker, Janell Lind and Deb Peters
8th Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Ambiance Quartet
7th Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Spotlight Quartet
6th Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Speed of Sound Quartet
5th Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Viva! Quartet
4th Place: Medals and certificates presented by The Ladies Quartet
3rd Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Lady A Cappella Quartet
2nd Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Clever Girl Quartet
1st Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Dynasty Quartet
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Friday | October 30
GCCC Exhibit Hall B All seating is General Admission - Except VIP Seating
Crown Presenters 2026 International Champion Quartet, Dynasty
The Coronet Club Champion Quartet Trophies Presenter: Coronet Club President Janell Lind
Flowers Presenter: International President JD Crowe
The Joni Bescos Trophy Presented by: The Coronet Club
Closing Song
The Winners' Song Directed by Kerry Denino
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Saturday | October 31 GCCC Exhibit Hall B All seating is General Admission - Except VIP Seating
Chorus Finals | 11:30 A.M.–5:30 P.M. Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: International President JD Crowe Mic-Testers: 11th Place Chorus from 2026 International Chorus Semifinals
Chorus Performances 1.
4.
2.
5.
3.
INTERMISSION 30 min 50/60/70-Year Member Awards CLASS OF 2026 Recognition By: International President JD Crowe (See list of members on pages 30-31)
Special Presentation Building Our Future Together: Honoring the Past, Innovating the Future International President JD Crowe
Chorus Performances 6.
9.
7.
10.
8.
INTERMISSION 25 min Vote for your choice for Most Entertaining Chorus! Scan the QR Code with your phone's camera to cast your vote.
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Saturday | October 31 CLASS OF 2026 | 50/60/70-Year Member Awards Recognition By: International President JD Crowe
50-YEAR MEMBER AWARDS Janice Angersbach Lake Ridge Legacy Chapter, #17 Mary Ann Barlow Columbia River Chapter, #13 Pamela Basinski Berkshire Hills Chapter, #1 Sue Beschler Cincinnati Sound Chapter, #4 Rozanne Bird Riverport Chapter, #3 Sally Boothe Capital City Chapter, #4 Jackie Bottash Potomac Harmony Chapter, #14 Pati Bouman Chapter-at-Large, #8 Janet Bresler Rich-Tone Chapter, #25 Kay Bromert Kansas City Chapter, #5 Leslie Brunk Bay Area Showcase Chapter, #12 Patti Burklund Song of Seattle Chapter, #13 Valerie Camardo-Krupp Member-at-Large Mary Castner Heart O Wisconsin Chapter, #6 Iris Codella Spirit of the Gulf Chapter, #9 Cheryl Cross Greater Richmond Chapter, #14 Barbara Cushman Member-at-Large Judy Dunham Midwest Crossroad Chapter, #3
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Betsy Einsig* Member-at-Large
Diane Lippincott Cincinnati Sound Chapter, #4
Kathy Fazekas Greater Cleveland Chapter, #17
Patricia McCandless Bay Area Showcase Chapter, #12
Sherry Feller High Country Chapter, #8 Judy Ferrier Member-at-Large Denise Fly Alamo Metro Chapter, #10 Scotty Frakes OK City Chapter, #25 Nancy Gibboney Chapter-at-Large, #19 Julie Hagstrom Jet Cities Chapter, #13 Denise Hainault Velvet Hills Chapter, #8 Marie Harnett Twin County Chapter, #15 Karen Hathaway Sound Celebration Chapter, #5 Beth Herington Grand Rapids Chapter, #2 Kathie Holloway Scioto Valley Chapter, #4 Molly Huffman One Voice Chapter, #4 Linda Hunt Magic of Harmony Show Chapter, #14 Ann Jarchow Spirit of the Gulf Chapter, #9 Lauren Jennings Vienna-Falls Chapter, #14 Donna Johnson Metro Mix Chapter, #5 Doris Krause Chinook Winds Show Chapter, #26
Wendy Meseth Midwest Crossroad Chapter, #3 Janelle Millar Diablo Vista Chapter, #12 Sandra Moise Crescent City Sound Chapter, #10 Barbara Mousaw Sound of the Strand Chapter, #14 Barbara Myers High Country Chapter, #8 Dede Nibler Chapter-at-Large, #12 Jean Ohtola Spirit of the Gulf Chapter, #9 Jean Olson ChannelAire Chapter, #11 Jeannette Osburn Kansas City Chapter, #5 Delia Price Sacramento Valley Chapter, #12 Susan Pruente Chapter-at-Large, #5 Judith Roman Greater Cleveland Chapter, #17 Karen Sanford River Blenders Chapter, #5 Marilynn Schroeter Greater Cleveland Chapter, #17 Paula Scott OK City Chapter, #25 Gerry Setele Greater Cleveland Chapter, #17
Saturday | October 31 50-YEAR MEMBER AWARDS CONT. Julie Sharrard North Metro Chapter, #16 Shirlee Shaw Center Point Chapter, #6 Sara Shirk River Blenders Chapter, #5 Susan Steed Coastline Show Chapter, #1 Joan Steele Skyline Chapter, #8 Norma Steinman Grand Harmony Chapter, #16
Nola Stephens Grand Mesa A Cappella Chapter, #8 Joan Turner North Metro Chapter, #16 Deborah Van Erdewyk Acappella Omaha Chapter, #5 Janet Walker Metro Mix Chapter, #5
Ursula Weber Liberty Oak Chapter, #15 Judy Weipert Spirit of Harmony Chapter, #6 Diane Welker Chapter-at-Large, #4 Pat Wylie Member-at-Large
Joyce Walker Potomac Harmony Chapter, #14
60-YEAR MEMBER AWARDS Gail Barrena OC Sound Chapter, #21
Dorothy Hirt Vienna-Falls Chapter , #14
Kim Patrick-Miernicki Chapter-at-Large, #11
Linda Brown Capitaland Chapter, #15
Christine Hoinacki Chapter-at-Large, #12
Carolyn Plumb Zumbro Valley Chapter, #6
Lou Burgess-Schroff Golden Sands Chapter, #11
Elsie Jussel Member-at-Large
Evelyn Roberts Member-at-Large
Karen Carter Voices Northwest Chapter, #13
Lorelei Kerschbaum Midwest Crossroad Chapter, #3
Josephine Russ* Member-at-Large
Carolyn Chappell Vienna-Falls Chapter, #14
Fran Laplante Bay Area Showcase Chapter, #12
Mary Schetne Chapter-at-Large, #21
Marian Davenport* Wichita Chapter, #25 Evelyn Doyle Coastline Show Chapter, #1 Bobbette Gantz Verdugo Hills Chapter, #11 Mary Haller Topeka Acappella Unlimited Chapter, #5 Patricia Hawes* Member-at-Large Carolyn Healey Cincinnati Sound Chapter, #4
Jeanne Lundberg Fenton Lakes Chapter, #2 Sheila Martinez Kansasb City Chapter, #5 Ozzi Mask Potomac Harmony Chapter, #14 Charlotte Nelson Member-at-Large Gerry Papageorge Member-at-Large
Patricia Schurman* Chapter-at-Large, #12 Marsha Shaw Westwind Harmony Chapter, #21 Zona Snyder* Member-at-Large Joyce White* Chapter-at-Large, #13 Ruth Worsley* Member-at-Large
70-YEAR MEMBER AWARDS
75-YEAR MEMBER AWARDS
Suzanne Arabian Member-at-Large
Bette Carpenter Member-at-Large
Hazel Tabar* Chapter-at-Large, #3
Jarmela Speta* Chapter-at-Large, #3
*deceased
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Saturday | October 31 GCCC Exhibit Hall B All seating is General Admission - Except VIP Seating
Special Presentation Center Stage: The Future of Leadership International President, JD Crowe
R!SE CHORUS Directed by Kim Newcomb, Song of Atlanta, #14
Special Performance 2027 International Champion Quartet
2026 International Chorus Competition Awards Presentation 2026 Most Entertaining Chorus Award Recipient:
10th Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Buffalo Gateway Chorus
9th Place:
Medals and certificates presented by OK City Chorus
8th Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Diablo Vista Chorus
7th Place:
Medals and certificates presented by One Voice Chorus
6th Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Forth Valley Chorus
5th Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Pearls of the Sound Chorus
4th Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Harbor City Music Company Chorus
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Saturday | October 31 GCCC Exhibit Hall B All seating is General Admission - Except VIP Seating
3rd Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Rich-Tone Chorus
2nd Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Scottsdale Chorus
1st Place:
Medals and certificates presented by Toast of Tampa Show Chorus
International Chorus Trophy
Presenter: International President JD Crowe The first International Champion Chorus Trophy, designed in 1973 by the Balfour Company, was retired in 1995. This “traveling” trophy was first presented to Racine (WI) Chorus, directed by Jarmela Speta, and is now displayed at International Headquarters.
Special Performance 2027 International Champion Chorus
Closing Songs
The Winners’ Song Directed by Tony DeRosa How We Sang Today Directed by 2027 International Champion Chorus Director
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How We Sang Today A song in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Sweet Adelines International Words, Music and Arrangement by Vicki J. Uhr Dedicated to the memory of Bev Sellers
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Come On And Sing Words and Music by June Dale and Erin Howden Arrangement by June Dale
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The Winners’ Song Words, Music and Arrangement by Mary Ann Wydra
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This song was written shortly after “shelter-in-place” for COVID-19 started. As with many barbershop ensembles, my chorus had just started virtual rehearsals and it was inspiring to see how many barbershoppers still wanted to find ways to rehearse, learn more, talk about music, and most importantly, stay connected to all of our barbershop friends. It’s easy for me to get emotional about the impact barbershop has had on my life, but with the craziness of everyday life, we don’t always get a lot of opportunities to remember WHY barbershop is so important in our lives. Sharing a song or a great tag with friends is one thing that made us all go nuts for barbershop in the first place. Even when we're not able to sing together, it's incredibly inspiring and helps us remember WHY when so many still do so much to virtually get together with the friends that make music so meaningful to all of us.
Performance Notes
1) This key (F) should work well for female barbershop ensembles, but feel free to pitch it up or down if that better fits your particular ensemble’s vocal strengths. This arrangement is also available in A b (TTBB for female voices) and C (SATB for mixed voices). 2) There are optional notes shown in measures 17 (bass), 18 (bari), and 20 (bass). These work just fine, and may be considerations for your ensemble depending upon the voices and the key you choose. 3) The song starts with a simple message: “it’s the music that brings us together,” and continues to tell the story of what music means to us. From sweet melodies to grand harmonies, music is the emotional fire that fuels our souls. Music is passion, music helps us through good times and bad times, and when our troubles might be especially great, music is there to help ease the burden. The message starts simply, grows more emotional, passionate, and grand, and then comes back to the simple thought that “it’s the music that brings us together” . . . but it’s the friends we share music with that matter the most and that make each day special. Special thanks to track producers Tony De Rosa and Michaela Johnston for donating their time and talents to create learning tracks for this arrangement. All three versions are available free of charge at shop.barbershop.org and you can also find the TTBB and SATB at www.advocals.com (Tony) and the SSAA at www.officialjohnstonmusic.com (Michaela).
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