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2010 International Convention:
Shows, Special Events, and Tours Galore
NEW!!!
Check out this fabulous Philly trailer created by
YouBarbershop.com. You will be dazzled!
Click HERE to see the Preconvention Bellringer
Experience all the 2010 International Convention has to offer:
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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Before the Parade Passes You By...
Sign Up To Sing in the Philly 4th of July Parade!
The response on the parade has been pretty good, but we still need more singers to make a really good showing for the Society in the Philly Independence Day Parade on the 4th of July, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. (call time will be 10:30 a.m.) The parade will start in front of Independence Hall and the distance is one mile.
If you want to march, please contact
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now for details.
The songs will be God Bless America (arrangement by Greg Lyne, stock #7641) and Star-Spangled Banner (arrangement by Val Hicks, stock #7643). Music is available at Harmony Marketplace for $1.65 each.
In an effort to be as uniform as possible, we are wearing red or navy shirts (true red and true navy, not shades of, white only if you do not have red or navy), khaki pants (no shorts, but mid-calf capris OK for women).
The group will be directed by Society Music Specialist James Estes, and will be limited to 300 singers. No rehearsal involved. Sign up NOW for this memorable event!
THANKS!
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There Is Still Time
to Enroll in Harmony University!
Make your plans now to attend the Society's premiere music education event. With over 100 class offerings and the best faculty you could ask for, this is a combination guaranteed to enhance your experience as a barbershopper!
| Members Associates Affiliates | $705 | | Non-Members | $830 | | Commuters, includes meals | $580 | | Non-Member Commuters, includes meals | $705 | | Next Generation | $505 |
Payment must accompany registration! $100 penalty for cancellation after June 1, 2010 NO refund for cancellation after July 1, 2010 Register Now.
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| Speed-Painter Greg Pappas Appearing
in Philly to Benefit the Society
Great music becomes amazing art when Greg Pappas works his speed-painting magic on canvas. Pappas will perform during intermissions on the Main Stage at International 2010, and will also be in the Market Place for individual sittings. His works will raise funds for the Society, and YOU might have an opportunity to take home one of his creations.
Pappas' clients have included McDonald's, Senor Frog's, Hyatt Regency, The Ritz Carlton, and Christian Dior. As a friend and supporter of The Alexandria Harmonizers and the Big Apple Chorus, Greg is thrilled to be participating in this year's Internationals. To visit his web-site click here.
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2010 Sing With the Champs Want a shot at singing with your favorite quartet? Whether it's OC Times, Realtime, Crossroads, MaxQ, Vocal Spectrum, or Happiness Emporium - this is your chance! Sign up for "Sing with the Champs", taking place on Saturday, July 3 from 9:00 am to 12 noon in the Grand Hall at the PA Convention Center. Registration begins at 10:00am Wednesday June 30 for the 30 available slots...so be sure to register early - they go fast!
Then on Saturday at your appointed time, you'll don a ceremonial gold medal - sing your chosen song on stage - pose for a souvenir still photo - and receive the photo and a DVD of your performance.
The fee is $40 for each singer and all proceeds go to AIC's Youth Harmony outreach programs. Song lists will be available at registration.
For more information click
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Hear a Preview of Your Fantastic Competing Quartets and Your 2010 College Quartet Champions!
WHEN: Tuesday, June 29th, immediately following the Bank of America Collegiate Barbershop Quartet Contest WHERE: In the PA Convention Center Ballroom AB (up the escalator from the Harmony Marketplace) TICKETS: Tickets will be sold at the door HOSTS: The Senate-Aires Chorus All proceeds benefit the Larry Ajer Scholarship for quartets to attend Harmony University.
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PRE-REGISTER FOR KANSAS CITY AND WIN BIG!!
The Heart of America Chorus will be hosting our International Convention for the record sixth time in 2011. By visiting their pre-registration booth near the Harmony Marketplace in Philly, you will have the opportunity to win big time.
Beginning Tuesday of convention week, the chorus will offer the first of FIVE, 5-night stays from July 5th - 9th, offered by each of these five different convention hotels. Tuesday: The Hilton President
1/12 blocks from the contest site Sprint Center
Wednesday: The Crowne Plaza
1 block from H/Q hotel
Thursday: The Crown Center Hyatt
One of the jewels at Crown Center
Friday: The Westin Crown Center
The anchor of Crown Center, across the street from Union Station
Saturday: The Kansas City Downtown Marriott
Convention headquarters hotel After pre-registering for the Kansas City Convention, your name will automatically be entered into the drawing. If you do not win a free stay in Kansas City, perhaps you would like to enter a raffle they are also offering for a 37" HD TV by Vizio. Collections for the TV will be split between the Heart of America Chorus and the Harmony Foundation. We have also been given additional incentives from The Rural Route 4, 1986 Quartet Champions. They have donated 30 of their CDs to be given away, one to every fiftieth registrant, while supplies last. Looks like a WIN-WIN for all involved! So, when you are in Philly, make certain to check out the 2011 Pre-Registration Booth located across the aisle from the Harmony Marketplace. Questions?
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Philly Webcast Now On Sale! Can't make it to Philly? Watch the major events from the comfort of your own home! Purchase the full week of viewing for only $99* and get the delayed viewing until July 10 for no additional charge! OR...pick and choose only the events you'd like to watch for separate costs. *The AIC Show is not included in any package and must be purchased separately. For more information or to subscribe visit our Philly webcast page. |
| Sunday June 27
"Choir of the World" Concert
Webcast Available! Hosted by Alexandria Harmonizers
Sunday's Choir of the World Concert includes a panoply of power-performers (Westminster Chorus, Old School, OC Times, Maxx Factor, Ringmasters, the Musical Island Boys, The Edge, Masterpiece, The Crush, the Q-Tones). If you can't attend in person, you can still view the show - and even the afterglow - via webcast! This promises to be one of the great shows of our time, and it's exciting to know that barbershop fans from all over the world can enjoy it from their own homes.
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| Barbershop Category Added to International Music Festival
INTERKULTUR has partnered with the American Choral Directors Association for these events.
Here are some links for your information:
Videos click here
St. Louis click here
By special arrangement, they have extended the entry deadline for Barbershop singers, so if you are interested, please contact Hugh Ballou at
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or 888-398-8471 by July 16.
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