77th Annual International Convention & Competition Program

77th Annual International Convention & Competition October 20–25, 2025 • Columbus, Ohio USA www.sweetadelines.com/columbus2025 • #sweetadelinescolumbus

Table of Contents President’s Welcome 3 Hours of Operation 5 Harmony Bazaar 6 Concessions 7 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 Chorus Finals 29-33 Songs 34-42

Sweet Adelines 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.

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

Dear Sweet Adelines

International,

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Welcome to Columbus Welcome to the Sweet Adelines International 2025 Convention and Competition — a week filled with education, entertainment, and excitement. Columbus is set to shine even brighter as we take the stage this week!

There is something magical about convention week—a time when singers from near and far come together to create harmony, celebrate friendship, and share in the joy of music. This year, Columbus provides a backdrop of autumn colors, with landscapes blazing in vibrant reds, golds, and oranges, a reminder that beauty and wonder can be found in every moment.

Years ago, when we lived in Ohio, we had a magnificent sugar maple in our backyard. Each leaf was stunning on its own, but together they created a glow that seemed to light up the whole yard. In much the same way, each of us brings our own talents, voices, and spirit to this convention, creating a vibrant mosaic of sound, energy, and joy.

This week promises exciting experiences all around. We will be moved by incredible performances, challenged and uplifted by top-notch education, and inspired by the generosity and dedication of fellow members. Whether this is your first convention or your fiftieth, there is magic to be found at every turn.

Our time together at convention is fleeting, but the memories we create—the friendships we deepen, the music we make, the inspiration we carry home—will last far beyond these few days. I encourage you to fully immerse yourself in every moment, to embrace the sights, the sounds, and the connections that make us Sweet Adelines.

In harmony,

Mary Rhea

International President

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Media Policy

Photography, video, or recordings of any kind is strictly prohibited during all competition sessions, except by authorized Sweet Adelines staff and contracted vendors.

NOTICE OF FILMING & PHOTOGRAPHY When you enter a Sweet Adelines International event or program, you enter an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. By entering the event premises, you consent to interview(s), photography, audio recording, video recording and its/their release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction to be used for news, webcasts, promotional purposes, telecasts, advertising, inclusion on websites, social media, or any other purpose by Sweet Adelines and its affiliates and representatives. Images, photos, and/or videos may be used to promote similar Sweet Adelines events in the future, highlight the event, and exhibit the capabilities of Sweet Adelines. You release Sweet Adelines, its officers and employees, and each and all persons involved from any liability connected with the taking, recording, digitizing, or publication and use of interviews, photographs, computer images, video, and/or sound recordings. By entering the event premises, you waive all rights you may have to any claims for payment or royalties in connection with any use, exhibition, streaming, webcasting, televising, or other publication of these materials, regardless of the purpose or sponsoring of such use, exhibiting, broadcasting, webcasting, or other publication irrespective of whether a fee for admission or sponsorship is charged. You also waive any right to inspect or approve of any photo, video, or audio recording taken by Sweet Adelines or the person or entity designated to do so by Sweet Adelines. You have been fully informed of your consent, waiver of liability, and release before entering the event.

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Hours of Operation Headquarters, Registration Will Call & Harmony Bazaar GCCC – Exhibit Hall C Monday, Oct. 20 2–7 p.m.

Tuesday, Oct. 21 9 a.m.–7 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 22 9 a.m.–7 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 23 9 a.m.–7 p.m.

Friday, Oct. 24 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 25 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

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Visit Harmony Bazaar to shop a curated selection of merchandise from independent vendors as well as Sweet Adelines International Sales.

See hours on page 5

VENDORS A Charming Affair • Beads N More • Color Street • DD’s Bras and Shapewear Flutter Eyewear • GL Creations • Gold Medal Ideas, Inc. • Harmony Travel LLC Heartland Market • Lady Jayne, Ltd. • Mark Enterprises • Montage/Double Take Pearls with Purpose • The Silverlady II • Ultimate Creations Infinite Aloe • Unique Fashions Clear Bag $10

Beach Tote $15

Phone Charging Pad $15

Charm $7

Foldable Phone Charger $13 Competing Chorus Bag $18

ALL PRICES IN USD.

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Celebrating Years of Harmony

Visit our POP-UP Museum! Experience Sweet Adelines history through a curated display of objects from the international archives. From champion dolls to historical documents, this exhibit is sure to spark memories and conversation!

LOCATED INSIDE HARMONY BAZAAR IN GCCC, EXHIBIT HALL C.

Harmony Bazaar Concessions NOTE: Concessions are not available on Monday.

TUESDAY

FRIDAY

Lunch and Dinner Options 11 a.m.–7 p.m.

Pulled Pork & Pulled Chicken Sandwiches Mac & Cheese, Assorted Snack Items, Sodas, Coffee, Bottled Water

Lunch and Dinner Options 11 a.m.–4 p.m.

Grilled Chicken Sandwiches, Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches, Veggie Burgers Assorted Snack Items, Soda, Coffee, Bottled Water

9 a.m.–7 p.m. Inside Harmony Bazaar Breakfast options available 9-11 a.m.

Assorted Breakfast Sandwiches, Yogurt Parfaits, Grab & Go Breakfast Items, Coffee, Juices, Bottled Water

4–8 p.m. Columbus Grille (GCCC Concourse across from Competition)

WEDNESDAY

9 a.m.–7 p.m. Inside Harmony Bazaar Breakfast Options 9–11 a.m.

Assorted Breakfast Burritos, Steel Cut Oats, Grab & Go Breakfast Items, Coffee, Juices, Bottled Water Lunch and Dinner Options 11 a.m.–7 p.m.

Street Tacos - Chicken, Steak & Veggie, Chips & Salsa, Guacamole, Assorted Snack Items, Soda, Coffee, Bottled Water 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Columbus Grille (GCCC Concourse across from Competition)

THURSDAY

9 a.m.–4 p.m. Inside Harmony Bazaar Breakfast options available 9-11 a.m.

Assorted Breakfast Sandwiches, Yogurt Parfaits, Grab & Go Breakfast Items, Coffee, Juices, Bottled Water

10 a.m.–7 p.m. Columbus Grille (GCCC Concourse across from Competition)

SATURDAY

9 a.m.–2 p.m. Inside Harmony Bazaar Breakfast options available 9-11 a.m.

Assorted Breakfast Burritos, Steel Cut Oats, Grab & Go Breakfast Items Coffee, Juices, Bottled Water Lunch and Dinner Options 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Deli Subs & Wraps, Side Salads, Assorted Snack Items, Chips Soda, Coffee, Bottled Water 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Columbus Grille (GCCC Concourse across from Competition)

9 a.m.–7 p.m. Inside Harmony Bazaar Breakfast Options 9–11 a.m.

Loaded Breakfast Bowls, Fruit Cups Grab & Go Breakfast Items, Coffee, Juices, Bottled Water Lunch and Dinner Options 11 a.m.–7 p.m.

Assorted Pizzas & Stromboli, Side Salads Assorted Snack Items, Soda, Coffee, Bottled Water 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Columbus Grille (GCCC Concourse across from Competition)

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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. 22–25). Harmony Classic on Tuesday, Oct. 21 is general seating for all.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 20 event

time

location

Chorus Toolkit Workshops

By Appt.Only See pg 13 to sign up

Hilton Columbus Downtown, Milton Caniff Room

Tabletop Rounds and “Tag-Outs!” with Queens

9 a.m.–12 p.m.

Hyatt Regency Columbus, Hayes

Tabletop Rounds and “Tag-Outs!” with Queens

1–3:30 p.m.

Hyatt Regency Columbus, Hayes

RMT Networking

1:30–4:30 p.m.

Hyatt Regency Columbus,

By Invitation Only

Harmony Bazaar

2–7 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall C

Registration/Will Call/HQ

2–7 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall C

Riser Rehearsals

2:30 p.m.–Midnight

GCCC, Union Station Ballrooms A, B, & C

Harmony Classic Briefing

3–4 p.m.

GCCC, A110-111

The Coronet Club Crown Reveal

3:15–4 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall C

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21 event

time

location

Chorus Toolkit Workshops

By Appt. Only

Hilton Columbus Downtown, Milton Caniff Room

Riser Rehearsals

7 a.m.–Midnight

GCCC, Union Station Ballrooms A, B, & C

Quartet Briefing

9–10 a.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall A-B

Harmony at its Best…

A-“Chord”-ing to Barbershop

9–10:30 a.m.

Hyatt Regency Columbus, Garfield

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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21 event

time

location

Panel Discussions on Recruitment and Retention

9–9:40 a.m.

Hyatt Regency Columbus, McKinley

Panel Discussion on Chorus Culture

9:55–10:35 a.m.

Hyatt Regency Columbus, McKinley

Panel Discussion on Voices in Action: Utilizing the Chorus Toolkit

10:50–11:30 a.m.

Hyatt Regency Columbus, McKinley

Harmony Bazaar

9 a.m.–7 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall C

Registration/Will Call/HQ

9 a.m.–7 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall C

Chorus Briefing

9:40–10:40 a.m.

GCCC, A110-111

Tech Rehearsal

11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall A-B

The Coronet Club Reunion

1:30–2 p.m.

Hilton Columbus Downtown, Pheoris West A & B Room

Quartet Reception

2–3 p.m.

Hilton Columbus Downtown, Pheoris West A & B Room

Volunteer Meeting

2:30–3 p.m.

GCCC, A216

Welcome & 80th Birthday Celebration

5–5:20 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall A-B

Harmony Classic

5:20–10:30 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall A-B

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 Sweet Adelines event locations.

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Schedule of Events All times, events, and locations are subject to change.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22 event

time

location

Chorus Toolkit Workshops

By Appt. Only

Hilton Columbus Downtown, Milton Caniff Room

Riser Rehearsals

7 a.m.–Midnight

GCCC, Union Station Ballrooms A, B, & C

50/60/70 Member Anniversary Breakfast

8–9:30 a.m.

By Invitation Only

Harmony Bazaar

9 a.m.–7 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall C

Registration/Will Call/HQ

9 a.m.–7 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall C

Quartet Semifinals*

10 a.m.–10:30 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall A–B

Quartet Finalist Briefing

End of Contest

GCCC, Exhibit Hall A–B

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23 event

time

location

Chorus Toolkit Workshops

By Appt. Only

Hilton Columbus Downtown, Milton Caniff Room

Riser Rehearsals

7 a.m.-Midnight

GCCC, Union Station Ballrooms A, B, & C

Harmony Bazaar

9 a.m.–7 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall C

Registration/Will Call/HQ

9 a.m.–7 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall C

Chorus Semifinals

10 a.m.–9 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall A-B

Donor Suite

Completion of First Session-End of Contest

By Invitation Only

International President’s Reception

9:30–11 p.m.

By Invitation Only

Chorus Finalist Briefing

End of Contest

GCCC, Exhibit Hall A-B

No food or drink, with the exception of water, is allowed inside the competition arena.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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All times are in EDT • Doors open 1 hour prior to start time.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24 event

time

location

Chorus Toolkit Workshops

By Appt. Only

Hilton Columbus Downtown, Milton Caniff Room

Finding the Fun in Your Performance with Lady A Cappella

9-10:30 a.m.

GCCC, Union Station Ballroom B

Harmony Bazaar

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall C

Registration/Will Call/HQ

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall C

Toast of Celebration

10-11 a.m.

By Invitation Only

Donor Suite

11 a.m.–Announcement of Winners

By Invitation Only

Quartet Finals

11:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall A-B

The Coronet Club Show

8–10:30 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall A-B

(Separate Ticket Purchase Necessary)

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25 event

time

location

Chorus Toolkit Workshops

By Appt. Only

Hilton Columbus Downtown, Milton Caniff Room

Emotional Power of Visual and Musical Layering with North Metro**

9–10:30 a.m.

GCCC, Union Station Ballroom B

Harmony Bazaar

9 a.m.–2 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall C

Registration/Will Call/HQ

9 a.m.–2 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall C

Chorus Finals

11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

GCCC, Exhibit Hall A-B

Donor Suite

After Competitor #5 until Announcement of Winners

By Invitation Only

The Coronet Clubhouse

9:30 p.m.-Midnight

Hilton Columbus Downtown, Pheoris West A & B Room

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Education Classes Monday, Oct. 20 Tabletops and Tag-Outs! 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Start your day with physical and vocal warm-ups with Anne Downton and Renée Porzel. Grab your “passport” and make your rounds during two sessions of Tabletop Discussions. In between rounds, sing Sweet Adelines International organizational songs in “Tag-Out” sessions with 2024 International Champion Quartet Lady A Cappella and 2014 International Champion Quartet LoveNotes!

Tabletop Discussions: Breathing: Bec Hewitt and Patty Cobb Baker Vowels: Kim Vaughn and Karen Breidert Vocal Characterization: Peggy Gram and Joan Boutilier Visual Characterization: Di Porsch and Renée Porzel Performance Anxiety and Prep: Debra Lynn and Ryan Heller Being a Responsible Ensemble Member: Kim Wonders and Glenda Lloyd Vocal Health: Caitlin Castelino and Jamy Claire Archer Behind the Lyrics: Utilizing the Song Assessment Tool with members of the DEI Council.

Tuesday, Oct. 21 Harmony at its Best... A-“Chord”-ing to Barbershop

Join Jean Flinn and Suzy Lobaugh to explore how to keep the composer happy by maintaining the implied harmony—all while using the right substitute chords in your arrangement.

Panels with Barbershop Experts 9-11:30 a.m.

On Tuesday, enjoy a series of panel discussions led by barbershop experts, with moderator Thérèse Antonini!

Recruitment and Retention: Sharon Cartwright, Becki Hine, and Heather Schouten Wilson.

Chorus Culture: Anne Downton, Kim Wonders, and Taylor Daniels.

Voices in Action: Utilizing the Chorus Toolkit with Mary Cox, Krista Moller and Donetta Hawkins.

Friday, Oct. 24 Sing It Like You Mean It: Finding the Fun in Your Performance 9-10:30 a.m. Lady A Cappella Join 2024 International Champion Lady A Cappella for a high-energy master class focused on bringing your performance to life! Explore character development, emotional expression, and how to adapt your vocal delivery across a cappella styles, all while staying true to the music. Whether refining your artistry or rediscovering the joy of performing, this session will inspire you to connect with your audience and have fun on stage.

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Education Classes continued

Saturday, Oct. 25 The “WHAT ELSE” Method: Exploring the Emotional Power of Visual and Musical Layering 9-10:30 a.m. North Metro Chorus Join 2024 International Champions, North Metro Chorus to discover how to elevate your performance. Learn how song selection, choreography, costuming, and staging work together to create a performance that audiences can feel and “see.” From idea to execution, this class will show how every element can deepen impact and bring music to life.

2025 EDUCATION SCHEDULE Monday, October 20 9–9:15 a.m.

Physical and Vocal Warm-Ups

9–11:15 a.m.

Tabletop Discussions Session 1

11:20–11:45 a.m.

Sing “Tag-Outs” with Lady A Cappella

1–3 p.m.

Tabletop Discussions Session 2

3:05 p.m. - 3:25 p.m.

Sing “Tag-Outs” with LoveNotes

Switch tables every 20 minutes — new table, new topic!

Tuesday, October 21 9–9:40 a.m.

Panel Discussion on Recruitment and Retention

9–10:30 a.m.

Harmony at its Best... A-”Chord”-ing to Barbershop

9:55–10:35 a.m.

Panel Discussion on Chorus Culture

10:50–11:30 a.m.

Panel Discussion on Voices in Action: Utilizing the Chorus Toolkit

Friday, October 24 9–10:30 a.m.

Quartet Education Class with Lady A Cappella

Saturday, October 25 9–10:30 a.m.

Chorus Education Class with North Metro Chorus

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.

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International Judging Panel Quartet Judging Panel Sound Sandy Marron, Kim Vaughn

Panel Chair Paula Davis

Music Carolyn Schmidt, Jan Meyer

Panel Secretaries Pattee Bender, Cammi MacKinlay

Expression Lea Beverley, Annette Wallace

Resource Judge Vickie Maybury, Beth Smith

Visual Communication Tori Postma, Sandi Wright

Page Kelli Hinton

Harmony Classic and Chorus Judging Panel Sound Beth Smith, Valerie Taylor

Panel Chair Paula Davis

Music Kay Bromert, Corinna Garriock

Panel Secretaries Pattee Bender, Cammi MacKinlay

Expression Joan Boutilier, Vickie Maybury

Resource Judge Jan Meyer

Visual Communication Becki Hine, Renée Porzel

Page Kelli Hinton

Trial Scorers Sound Patty Cobb Baker, Michelle Little, Sarah Netherton

Visual Communication Kim Andrews, Michelle Hunget

Expression Lisa Hunszinger

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Webcast Schedule www.sweetadswebcast.com All times are in EDT.

Harmony Classic • Tuesday, October 21, 2025 Nikki Blackmer

5-10:30 p.m.

Janice McKenna

5-10:30 p.m.

Quartet Semifinals • Wednesday, October 22, 2025 Karen Breidert

10 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Nicky Salt

10 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Karen Breidert

4–10:30 p.m.

Melody Hine

4–10:30 p.m.

FIRST SESSION SECOND SESSION

Chorus Semifinals • Thursday, October 23, 2025 JD Crowe

10 a.m.–2:45 p.m.

Janice McKenna

10 a.m.–2:45 p.m.

JD Crowe

3:30 p.m.–9 p.m.

Molly Huffman

3:30 p.m.–9 p.m.

FIRST SESSION SECOND SESSION

Quartet Finals • Friday, October 24, 2025 Karen Breidert

11:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Gretchen Holloway

11:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Chorus Finals • Saturday, October 25, 2025 JD Crowe

11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Anne Downton

11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

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Tuesday • October 21, 2025 Welcome & 80th Birthday Celebration • 5–5:20 p.m.

Greater Columbus Convention Center Presented by: International President Mary Rhea

Harmony Classic • GCCC • 5:20–10:30 p.m.

All seating is General Admission

Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: Elaine Hamilton Mic-Testers: Columbus Chorus

DIVISION A 1. Wichita, #25 Wichita, KS, USA Melynnie Williams, Director

4. Fox Valley, #6 Neenah, WI, USA Heather Johnston, Director

2. Milltown Sound, #31 Wigan, UK Kim Nuttal, Director

5. Crescent City Sound, #10 New Orleans, LA, USA Mary Beth McMurray, Director

3. Capital City, #4 Indianapolis, IN, USA Jillian Wade, Director

INTERMISSION DIVISION AA

1. Greater Cleveland, #17 Independence, Ohio, USA Shannon Lange and Chelsea Salvaggio, Directors

4. Alaska Sound Celebration, #13 Anchorage, AK, USA Peggy Benton, Director

2. Redland Rhapsody, #34 Redlands Coast, Queensland, AUS Louise Brannon, Director 3. Gateway, #26 Edmonton, Alberta, CAN Lisa Greenough, Director

5. London, #2 - WITHDRAWN London, ONT, Canada Julia Beadle, Director

INTERMISSION

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.

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Tuesday • October 21, 2025 Harmony Classic Division A Awards Presentation Presenters: Greater Auckland Chorus

5th Place: 4th Place: 3rd Place: 2nd Place:

2026 Harmony Classic Division A Champion Chorus:

Harmony Classic Division AA Awards Presentation Presenters: Nikki Blackmer and Arlene Blackmer

5th Place: 4th Place: 3rd Place: 2nd Place:

2026 Harmony Classic Division AA Champion Chorus:

Closing Songs

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Wednesday • October 22, 2025 Quartet Semifinals First Session • 10 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: Jessie Caynon Mic-Testers: Lady A Cappella Quartet W = indicates quartet is a Wildcard 1. SwingTime, #11 Sally McLeish (t), Agoura Hills Harmony Shawnna Dechant (l), Santa Monica Courtney Anderson-Georges (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #11 Susan Kegley (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #11

8. Essence, #10 Janet Burnett (t), Houston Horizon Candice Griffith (l), Alamo Metro Kerry Parker (bt), Alamo Metro Tianna Coffey (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #14

2. Wildfire!, #25, W Rachel Radcliff (t), OK City Erin Goeke (l), Rich-Tone Jennifer Foster (bt), OK City Jen Le Claire (bs), Rich-Tone

9. Gusto!, #12 Dana Entrikin (t), Oregon Coast Stephanie Beard (l), Oregon Coast Martha Segura (bt), Oregon Coast Mary Magnuson (bs), Oregon Coast

3. Five Minutes More, #8, W Brigit Baglien (t), Chapter-at-Large, #8 Heather Tavel (l), High Country Rebecca Richards (bt), High Country Heather Reimnitz (bs), Skyline

10. Tenacious, #4 - WITHDRAWN Shannon Lange (t), Greater Cleveland Chelsea Selvaggio (l), Greater Cleveland Tracy Marcarello (bt), Scioto Valley Karen Johns (bs), Gem City

4. Lipstick Scoundrels, #4 Nancy Appel (t), Scioto Valley Christine Pirot (l), Diamond Jubilee Christina Scheiderich (bt), Scioto Valley Jennifer Davis (bs), Scioto Valley

11. Lumos, #2 Andrea Petzold (t), Motor City Blend Shayna Stubblefield (l), Motor City Blend Deb Densmore (bt), Motor City Blend Tamela Moore (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #2

5. By Special Request, #11, W Janet Schwartz (t), Harborlites Robin Beers (l), Chapter-at-Large, #11 Billye Johnstone (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #11 Cindy Chrispell (bs), Harborlites 6. Firefly, #16 Rachel Beach (t), North Metro Susann McKinley (l), North Metro Laura Norris (bt), North Metro Sharon Demy (bs), North Metro 7. Saving Grace, #10, W Elise Zufall (t), Chapter-at-Large, #12 Kelly Leary (l), Alamo Metro Kieley Morales (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #10 Marisa Garza (bs), Alamo Metro

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INTERMISSION 30 min 12. Skylark, #34 Joanne Oosterhoff (t), A Cappella West Avril Hughes (l), Brindabella Kirsten Richardson (bt), A Cappella West Glenda Lloyd (bs), Brindabella 13. Lucille, #17 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

Wednesday • October 22, 2025 14. First Class, #5 Dawn Krones (t), Sooner Sensations Show Stacy Schumacher (l), Vocal Standard Kristin Drummond-Mance (bt), Vocal Standard Maria Christian (bs), Song of the Lakes 15. The Valkyries, #11 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 16. Uproar, #21 Rebecca Smith (t), Harborlites Amber Carroll (l), Harborlites Pam Pieson (bt), Harborlites Catherine Berriz (bs), Harborlites 17. SoloVoce, #21 Kimberly Alley (t), Chapter-at-Large, #11 Tracey Sandberg (l), Harborlites Jennifer French (bt), San Diego Marina Hayden (bs), San Diego 18. Duly Noted, #9 Raegan Goldman (t), Toast of Tampa Show Madison Riviere (l), Chapter-at-Large #9 KaleyAnna Raabe (bt), Toast of Tampa Show Emily Ellsworth (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #9

19. Spice, #6 Angela Blackwood (t), City of Lakes Heidi Dick (l), City of Lakes Liz Miller (bt), City of Lakes Jan Rick (bs), City of Lakes 20. PrimeTime, #13 - WITHDRAWN Sylvia Posso (t), Song of Seattle Katy Hawley (l), Song of Seattle Patti Burklund (bt), Song of Seattle Sonja Mejlaender (bs), Song of Seattle 21. Silhouette, #31 Emma Beeden (t), Chapter-at-Large, #31 Sophie Radcliffe (l), Aberdeen Emily Wyatt (bt), Lace City Emily Sturt (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #31 22. Yellow Brick Road, #15 Diane Duff (t), Liberty Oak Heidi Wilson (l), Liberty Oak Patricia Danner (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #15 Shayna Atkinson (bs), Liberty Oak 23. Maverick, #32 Jeannie Ellis (t), Chapter-at-Large, #32 Anna Rosenberg Adlerstam (l), Pearls of the Sound Sofia Hagman (bt), Pearls of the Sound Susanna Balsvik (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #32

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, Sweet Adelines 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. 4 for more details on video, recording, and photography policies.

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Wednesday • October 22, 2025 Quartet Semifinals Second Session • 4:10 - 10:30 p.m.

Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: Jean Schoenlank W = indicates quartet is a Wildcard 24. Alouette, #34 Diane Jenkins (t), Circular Keys Vicki Dwyer (l), Circular Keys Kaitlyn Dwyer (bt), Circular Keys Crystal Forbes (bs), Circular Keys

30. Presto!, #14 Lindsay Patrick (t), Song of Atlanta Jennifer Cooke (l), Scenic City Kathe Schellman (bt), Song of Atlanta Kris Wheaton (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #4

25. Airwaves, #26 Jennifer Low (t), Westcoast Harmony Linda Dickinson (l), Westcoast Harmony Erin Bell (bt), Westcoast Harmony Pat Fry (bs), Westcoast Harmony

31. Rewind, #13, W Molly Mylius (t), Alaska Sound Celebration Amanda Madden (l), Alaska Sound Celebration Melanie Cross (bt), Alaska Sound Celebration Christy Hedrick (bs), Alaska Sound Celebration

26. Probly Fine, #14, W Amy Reynolds (t), Song of Atlanta Lindsay Durden (l), Song of Atlanta Heather Brookshire (bt), Song of Atlanta Susan Milani (bs), Song of Atlanta

32. Midnight Society, #19 V. Nicole Burkhardt (t), Valley Forge Dana Cinque (l), Chapter-at-Large, #19 Marian Garven (bt), Dundalk Pearl Steinel (bs), Valley Forge

27. Illuminate, #15, W Rebecca King (t), Merrimack Valley Alicia Caron (l), Spirit of Syracuse Jennifer Hunter (bt), Saratoga Soundtrack Cherie LaDuke (bs), Champlain Valley

33. Venture, #5 Melissa VanHousen (t), Vocal Standard Eva Marie Vargo (l), Vocal Standard Melissa Gillespie (bt), Vocal Standard Janet Velazquez (bs), Vocal Standard

28. 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

34. Twilight, #12 Anna-Pia Hubacher (t), Diablo Vista Kristi Penelton (l), Sacramento Valley Bridget Barrett (bt), Diablo Vista Jennifer Febre (bs), Harborlites

29. Dynasty, #9 Sarah Clay Lindvall (t), Toast of Tampa Show Debbie Cleveland (l), Chapter-at-Large, #9 Michaela Slamka-Johnston (bt), Song of Atlanta Jenny Cutlip (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #9

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35. 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

INTERMISSION 30 min

Wednesday • October 22, 2025 36. PRISM, #3 Cindy Ahlgrim (t), Melodeers Jenelle Lambert (l), Melodeers Janet Masters (bt), Choral-Aires Debbie Lee (bs), Choral-Aires

44. VOCE, #1 Deanna Sargent (t), Millennium Magic Cheryl Brusket (l), Chapter-at-Large, #1 Angie Kunasek (bt), Millennium Magic Beth Paul (bs), Millennium Magic

37. 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

45. Last Call, #8 Lizzie Loomis (t), Skyline Becky Maybury (l), Skyline Lily Radack (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #8 Laura Barnick (bs), Skyline

38. All Fired Up!, #19 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

46. Saffron, #1 Helen O’Rourke (t), Sirens of Gotham Amanda Fowski (l), Chapter-at-Large, #1 Valeri Reynolds (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #1 Susan Berry (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #1

39. Serenade, #25 Connie Light (t), Rich-Tone Caitlin Klemballa (l), Scottsdale Melanie Esquivias (bt), Scottsdale Lindsay Chartier (bs), Note-ably North Texas

47. Radiant, #9 Abbie Owens (t), Toast of Tampa Show Hannah Paschal (l), Toast of Tampa Show Emma Paschal (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #9 Kate Vincent (bs), Toast of Tampa Show

40. 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

INTERMISSION 15 min

41. Rosegold Four, #14 Brittany Knight (t), Greater Richmond Vera Crouse (l), Greater Richmond Harriette Walters (bt), Greater Nassau Kris Costa (bs), Greater Richmond 42. Voxy, #13 Kadi Holdsworth (t), A Cappella Joy Alena Hemingway (l), Chapter-at-Large, #13 Megan Hofkamp (bt), Jet Cities Judy Pozsgay (bs), Westcoast Harmony 43. Lighthouse, #17 JoAnn Wilson (t), Greater Cleveland Rhiannon Light (l), Greater Cleveland Marilynn Schroeter (bt), Greater Cleveland Amy Ringley (bs), Greater Cleveland

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Wednesday • October 22, 2025 Special Performances:

2025 Rising Star Champion Quartet, 942 2025 Diamond Division Champion Quartet, Regale

International Novice Quartet Award

This award recognizes the highest-scoring quartet in the International Semifinals in which two or more members have never before competed in the Semifinals and no member of the quartet is a previous International Quartet Champion.

The quartet must also achieve a minimum score of 960 points.

2025 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! - Page 38 Directed by Kim Newcomb, Capital City Chorus, #4 2 2 | COLUMBUS 2025

Thursday • October 23, 2025 Chorus Semifinals First Session • 10 a.m.–2:45 p.m.

Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: Annika Dellås Mic-Testers: Highest-scoring chorus from 2025 Harmony Classic contest 1. Choral-Aires, #3 Addison, Ill., USA Amy Brinkman & Bonnie Fedyski, Directors

9. Buffalo Gateway, #17 Buffalo, NY, USA Diane Porsch, Director

2. Twin Cities Show, #6 Richfield, MN, USA Derek Glenna, Director

10. Scottsdale, #21 Scottsdale, AZ, USA Lori Lyford, Director

3. Shoreline Sound, #2 Royal Oak, MI, USA Diane Catellane, Director

11. Rich-Tone, #25 Richardson, Texas, USA Valerie Clark, Director

4. Spirit of Spokane, #13 Spokane, WA, USA Mike Elliott, Director

12. Pearls of the Sound, #32 Helsingborg, Sweden Rasmus Krigström & Anna Rosenberg Adlerstam, Directors

5. Harbor City Music Company, #19 Baltimore, Md., USA Michael Gellert, Director 6. Toast of Tampa Show, #9 Tampa, FL, USA Tony DeRosa, Director 7. Forth Valley, #31 Edinburgh, UK David Sangster, Director 8. Diablo Vista, #12 Walnut Creek, Calif., USA Caitlin Castelino, Director

INTERMISSION: 30 min

13. Bella Voce, #8 Craig, Colo., USA Anna-Lisa Glad & Jeana Womble, Directors 14. OK City, #25 Oklahoma City, OK, USA Mary Rhea, Director 15. Jet Cities, #13 Federal Way, WA, USA Rachel Pack, Director 16. Harmony on the Sound, #1 Trumbull, Conn., USA Karen Sweeters, Director

INTERMISSION: 1 hr 10 min

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Thursday • October 23, 2025 Chorus Semifinals Second Session • 3:30–9 p.m.

Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: Darren Hurst 17. Greater Kingston, #16 Kingston, ONT, CAN Andria Coward and Sue Marriott, Directors

26. OC Sound, #21 Mission Viejo, CA, USA Bonnie McKibben, Director

18. Greater Nassau, #15 Baldwin, NY, USA Harriette Walters, Director

27. Circle of Harmony, #16

19. Harmony Celebration #15 Ridgewood, N.J., USA Jack Pinto, Director 20. Metro Mix, #5 Iowa City, Iowa, USA John Hayden, Director 21. Alamo Metro, #10 San Antonio, Texas, USA Ryan Heller, Director 22. Circular Keys, #34 Castle Hill, NSW, AUS Vicki Dwyer, Director 23. Verdugo Hills, #11 Glendale, Calif., USA Tammy Ragsdale, Director 24. Queen Charlotte, #14 Charlotte, NC, USA Debora Lovelady, Director 25. Houston Horizon, #10 Houston, TX, USA Janet Burnett, Director

WITHDRAWN

Oakville, ONT, CAN Barbara Hodge, Director 28. Vocal Matrix, #14 Greenville, SC, USA Dr. Kimberly Graham, Director 29. Vocal Standard, #5 Kansas City, MO., USA Rob Mance, Director 30. Great Lake Sound, #3 Valparaiso, IN, USA Carol Thompson, Director 31. Cincinnati Sound #4 Cincinnati, Ohio, USA Jack Johnson, Director 32. Alberta Northern Lights, #26 WITHDRAWN

Edmonton, Alberta, CAN. Lisa Hunszinger, Director 33. Millennium Magic, #1 Manchester, CT., USA Laurel Strielkauskas, Director

INTERMISSION: 15 min

INTERMISSION: 35 min Swan Song Performance

2025 International Champion North Metro Chorus Directed by Erin Howden • Toronto, ON, Canada, #16

2025 Sweet Adelines Music Educator Award Presenter: International President Mary Rhea Recipient: Audrianna Aargon, Enchanted Mesa Show Chorus, #21

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Thursday • October 23, 2025 2025 Ann Gooch Award

Presenter: International President Mary Rhea and Ann Gooch Recipient: Viveka Boettge, Harmony Bells, #32

Harmony Achievement Award Presenters: Kerri Mauney and Betty Clipman

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 Songs

It's The Music That Brings Us Together - Page 42 Directed by Betty Clipman, Director, The Woodlands Show, #10 COLUMBUS 2025 | 2 5

Friday • October 24, 2025 Quartet Finals • 11:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: International President Mary Rhea Mic-Testers: 11th place quartet from the 2025 International Quartet Competition

Quartet Performances 1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

INTERMISSION: 30 min Lifetime Achievement Award

Presenter: International President Mary Rhea Recipient: Lori Lyford, Scottsdale Chorus, #21 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 24, 2025 Special Presentation

Building Our Future Together: 80 Years Strong, International President Mary Rhea

Swan Song Performance

2025 International Champion Quartet, Clever Girl

2025 Most Entertaining Quartet Award Recipient:

10th Place:

Medals and certificates presented by Peggy Jones and Melynnie Williams

9th Place: Medals and certificates presented by Janell Lind, Deb Peters, Patty Cobb Baker

8th Place:

Medals and certificates presented by Zing

7th Place:

Medals and certificates presented by Speed of Sound and Bling! Quartet

6th Place: Medals and certificates presented by the BUZZ Quartet

5th Place: Medals and certificates presented by ClassRing Quartet

4th Place: Medals and certificates presented by Viva! Quartet

3rd Place:

Medals and certificates presented by The Ladies & Front Office Four Quartet

2nd Place:

Medals and certificates presented by Lady A Cappella Quartet

1st Place:

Medals and certificates presented by Clever Girl Quartet

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Friday • October 24, 2025 Crown Presenters

2025 International Champion Quartet, Clever Girl

The Coronet Club Champion Quartet Trophies Presenter: Coronet Club President Janell Lind

Flowers

Presenter: International President Mary Rhea

The Joni Bescos Trophy Presented by: The Coronet Club

Closing Song

The Winners' Song - Page 40 Directed by Jenny Harris, Harbor City Music Company #19

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Saturday • October 25, 2025 Chorus Finals • 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: International President Mary Rhea Mic-Testers: 11th Place Chorus from 2025 International Chorus Semifinals

Chorus Performances 1.

4.

2.

5.

3.

INTERMISSION: 30 min 50/60/70 Anniversary Member Awards CLASS OF 2025 Recognition By: International President Mary Rhea (See list of members on pages 30-31)

Special Presentation Video

Building Our Future Together: 80 Years Strong, International President Mary Rhea

Chorus Performances 6.

9.

7.

10.

8.

INTERMISSION: 30 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 25, 2025 CLASS OF 2025 • 50/60/70 Year Member Awards Recognition By: International President Mary Rhea

50-YEAR MEMBER AWARDS Jenifer Allbaugh

Mary Ann Fase

Donna Kready

OK City Chapter, #25

Grand Rapids Chapter, #17

MerVon Badesheim

Marilyn Ferguson

Topeka Acappella Unlimited Chapter, #5

Capital City Sound Chapter, #13

Diamond State Chapter, #19

Mary Lou Kudela

Hari Barrett

Lynn Forrest

City of Lakes Chapter, #6

Member-at-Large

Boston Skyline Chapter, #1

Diane Landry

Susan Bersch

Elaine Gain

Toast of Tampa Show Chapter, #9

Bridges of Harmony Chapter, #9

Greater Kingston Chapter, #16

Susan Loftus

Nancy Branam

Diane Grace

Choral-Aires Chapter, #3

Verdugo Hills Chapter, #11

Midwest Crossroad Chapter, #3

Ethel Lowther

Marlyn Bridwell

Cindy Green

Alamo Metro Chapter, #10

Member-at-Large

Queen Charlotte Chapter, #14

Nancy Maass

Janice Brown

Debbie Haller

Pacific Empire Chapter, #12

Emerald City Chapter, #25

Alamo Metro Chapter, #10

Joan Machtel

Joyce Burke

Janet Hendrix

Crosstown Harmony Chapter, #3

OC Sound Chapter, #21

Rich-Tone Chapter, #25

Theresa Mahar

Elizabeth Callahan

Sue Higgins

Scottsdale Chapter, #21

Houston Horizon Chapter, #10

Heart of Michigan Chapter, #2

Hilda Mancillas

Janna Chelland

Pat Hippen

Alamo Metro Chapter, #10

Grand Rapids Chapter, #17

Member-at-Large

Connie Miller

Charlene Clarke

Karen Hoepner

City of Lakes Chapter, #6

Valley Forge Chapter, #19

Red Cedar Sounds Chapter, #6

Priscilla Mitchell

Sharon Dady

Karen Holdridge

The Annapolis Blend Chapter, #19

Harmony Central Chapter, #5

Skyline Chapter, #8

Patricia Naman

Mary Ellen Dahlgren

Glenna Howard*

Toast of Tampa Show Chapter, #9

Coastline Show Chapter, #1

OK City Chapter, #25

Lola Negaard

Martha Delargey

Joyce Ireson

Shoreline Sound Chapter, #2

Grand Harmony Chapter, #16

Antelope Valley Showcase Chapter, #11

Vickie Dennis

Janet Kamrad

OK City Chapter, #25

Spirit of the Gulf Chapter, #9

Sonne Durphy

Janet Klepper

Chapter-at-Large, #16

Member-at-Large

Clara Eggers

Joyce Kovacs

Member-at-Large

Bay Area Showcase Chapter, #12

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Anne Nelson Member-at-Large

*deceased

Saturday • October 25, 2025 CLASS OF 2025 • 50/60/70 Year Member Awards continued

50-YEAR MEMBER AWARDS Lisa Newman

Tori Postma

Susan Smith

Pride of Kentucky Chapter, #4

Chapter-at-Large, #8

Harborlites Chapter, #21

Diana Newman

Ella Russell

Gena Sommer

Pride of Kentucky Chapter, #4

North Metro Chapter, #16

Sound Celebration Chapter, #5

Barbara A. Nielsen

Sue Schmid

Susan Spires

Harbor City Music Company Chapter, #19

Fox Valley Chapter, #6

Member-at-Large

Linda Ninekirk

Linda Schumacher

Shelly Sweet Rubenic

Antelope Valley Showcase Chapter, #11

Kansas City Chapter, #5

Chapter-at-Large, #3

Judy O ‘Brien

Autumn Scraper

Judy Vidal

RiversEdge Chapter, #13

Lions Gate Chapter, #26

Black Hills Showcase Chapter, #8

Marlys Ohnstad

Pat Shein

Jo Wyatt

Zumbro Valley Chapter, #6

Harborlites Chapter, #21

Cedar Harmony Chapter, #5

Diane Porsch

Virginia Sivils

Buffalo Gateway Chapter, #17

Greater Richmond Chapter, #14

60-YEAR MEMBER AWARDS Alice Bell

Kathryn Jones

Barbara Perry

Valley Forge Chapter, #19

Member-at-Large

Member-at-Large

Betty Clipman

Dottie Kaufmann

Helen Shores

The Woodlands Show Chapter, #10

Chapter-at-Large, #3

Kansas City Chapter, #5

Kay Davis*

Maggie Kause

Peggy Sinden

High Country Chapter, #8

Vienna-Falls Chapter, #14

Kansas City Chapter, #5

Donna Dudgeon

Charlotte Kranyecz

Wanda Spivey

Dogwood Blossoms Chapter, #17

Lehigh Valley Chapter, #19

Chapter-at-Large, #5

Ruth Gove

Portia Little

Brenda Strauss

Boston Skyline Chapter, #1

Harmony Hills Chapter, #4

Member-at-Large

Peggy Gram

Carolyn Marelich

Carol Wiersema

Top of the Rock Chapter, #25

Mission Valley Chapter, #12

City of Lakes Chapter, #6

Cathy Hebert

Linda Melcher

Judie Wykoff

High Country Chapter, #8

Song of the Lakes Chapter, #2

Bay Area Showcase Chapter, #12

Marilyn Herke

Judy Olson

Member-at-Large

Twin Cities Show Chapter, #6

70-YEAR MEMBER AWARDS Lois Napier Anderson

Mary Ann O'Neil

Joanne Smith

Chapter-at-Large, #16

Verdugo Hills Chapter, #11

Pride of Toledo Chapter, #17

Merilyn Bryan

Helen Peters

Fidell Stewardson

Spirit of the Gulf Chapter, #9

Heart of Illinois Chapter, #3

Member-at-Large

Joan Galbreath

Carol Schaberg

Member-at-Large

Chapter-at-Large, #5

*deceased

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Saturday • October 25, 2025 Special Presentation

Celebrating A Legacy of Generosity Building Our Future Together: 80 Years Strong Challenge Gift Results

Family Chorus Performance

Directed by Kim Wonders & Natalie Allen, Metro Nashville Chorus, #4

Special Performance

2026 International Champion Quartet

2025 International Chorus Competition Awards Presentation 2025 Most Entertaining Chorus Award Recipient:

10th Place:

Medals and certificates presented by Motor City Blend Chorus

9th Place:

Medals and certificates presented by Lace City Chorus

8th Place:

Medals and certificates presented by Spirit of the Gulf Chorus

7th Place:

Medals and certificates presented by San Diego Chorus

6th Place:

Medals and certificates presented by West Coast Harmony Chorus

5th Place:

Medals and certificates presented by Columbus Chorus

4th Place:

Medals and certificates presented by, Harborlites Chorus

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Saturday • October 25, 2025

3rd Place:

Medals and certificates presented by Skyline Chorus

2nd Place:

Medals and certificates presented by Song of Atlanta Chorus

1st Place:

Medals and certificates presented by North Metro Chorus

International Chorus Trophy

Presenter: International President Mary Rhea The first International Champion Chorus trophy was retired in 1995. It was designed by the Balfour Company and represents Sweet Adelines International’s continuing efforts to harmonize the world. The traveling trophy, 1973-1995, was first presented to the Racine (Wisconsin) Chorus, directed by Jarmela Speta. It is now at International Headquarters.

Special Performance

2026 International Champion Chorus

Closing Songs

The Winners’ Song – Page 40 Directed by Erin Howden, North Metro Chorus, #16 How We Sang Today – Page 36 Directed by 2026 International Champion Chorus Director

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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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___________________________________________________________ From the Composer/Arranger

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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