Welcome to the Barbershop Harmony Society Newsletter LiveWire brings you a quick read of current and upcoming activities and programs of the Barbershop Harmony Society. We hope you'll share this information with your chapter, quartet and district to help all Barbershoppers get the most from the barbershop hobby.
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You can forward this newsletter to others by clicking the "Forward Email" link at the bottom of this page. | Don't Miss the Free Resources in the Society's Online Document Center ! A multitude of NO COST resources are available to you, your quartet, and your chapter at the Document Center! Learn about marketing and growing your chapter and teaching your members about everything barbershop. Even download free music!
Visit the Marketing page for great tools and ideas on how to promote your chapter. Visit the Society website soon and often. It'll be worth your time! | Harmony University Price Deadline Fast Approaching Make your plans now to attend the premiere music education event the Society has to offer. Over 100 class offerings combined with the best faculty you could ask for is a combination guaranteed to enhance your experience as a barbershopper! | Tuition prices in effect | Before June 15, 2010 | After June 15, 2010 | | MembersAssociatesAffiliates | $605 | $705 | | Non-Members | $730 | $830 | | Commuters, includes meals | $480 | $580 | | Non-Member Commuters, includes meals | $605 | $705 | | Next Generation | $405 | $505 |
Register now! | Social Media and Social Networking Cool Tools to Help Your ChapterInviting friends for guest nights...posting flyers...freebie shows for the local community...these time-tested techniques for promoting your chapter are great, and of course you'll always need to do them. BUT...a little modern technology will go a long way to help you book more gigs, attract bigger audiences, bring more singers in for guest nights and ultimately, register more barbershoppers. We're talking Facebook and Twitter here, and don't feel alone if you need a little help getting started!
Bob Fichtner (from the Midwest Vocal Express), with the help of Montana Jack, has written an article entitled Social Media for Barbershop Quartets and Choruses. Bob and Montana explain how to reach more people and target the younger generations. If you are intimidated by the Internet - have no fear! These step-by-step instructions are techno-idiot proof!
Tell us what you think of the article on the Society's Blog. |
| Philly Webcast Schedule Announced! Can't make it to Philly? Watch the major events from the comfort of your own home!Tuesday, June 29th · The Bank of America Collegiate Contest, beginning at 6pm Wednesday, June 30th · Quartets Quarter Finals, beginning at 10:00am (There will be a 1.5 hour break between halves, estimated to occur around 3pm EDT) Thursday, July 1st · Quartet Semi-Finals, beginning at 11AM· Association of International Champions (AIC) Show, beginning at 7:30pmFriday, July 2nd· Chorus Contest, first session, beginning at 10am · Chorus Contest, second session, beginning at approximately 4:00pm Saturday, July 3rd· Quartet Finals, beginning at 6:00pm All times listed are in the Eastern Daylight Savings Time (EDT.) Sign up for the webcast will begin in early June. For more information about how to subscribe and pricing options go to our webcast page.
| 2010 International Convention: Shows, Special Events, and Tours Galore
Experience all the 2010 International Convention has to offer:
Tours, Tours, and More Tours: Experience the city of Philadelphia (and even New York!) with one of our several tour offerings. There's something for the entire family to enjoy. For more information or to sign up visit the convention tour page.
Ladies Breakfast: Thursday, July 1, 8:30AM. Ladies meet your friends for an exciting morning of music, dancing, good food, special favors, and door prizes!
Join members of the Kensington String Band for a unique musical and dancing experience. Also be serenaded by your 2009 International Quartet Champion, Crossroads! Order your tickets today!
World Harmony Jamboree Dinner Show: Join us on Thursday, July 1 in the Philadelphia Convention Center Ballroom from 4:30pm - 6:30pm. Tickets are $55 (includes a Philly cheese steak and beverages) - to purchase, click here. More information is available on the Society's website.
Bring your friends, relax and have a meal while being entertained by the best quartets and choruses around!
Don't Miss the AIC Show Your convention week experience will not be complete without hearing from your quartet heroes! Don't miss the Association of International Champions (AIC) show, THURSDAY, July 1 at 7:30pm at the Philadelphia Convention Center. "So You Think You Can Sing?" The AIC Chorus, under the direction of Jay Giallombardo, and great past quartet champions will bust harmonies like you've never heard before! Check out this short promo video! For tickets visit the AIC website, or call (800) 877-6936 Harmony Foundation Presents... Don't miss another "unforgettable" Harmony Foundation Presents... Saturday, July 3rd - 1:30pm at the Philadelphia Convention, featuring:
* The Westminster Chorus - 2009 "Choir Of The World" Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod * Crossroads - 2009 International Quartet Champions * And our featured guests, the legendary Four Freshmen.
2010 Harmony Foundation Presents... tickets can be purchased here.
**President's Council members only - please click here.
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