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We will be launching our course registration platform in early 2027. All registered attendees will be contacted directly with next steps regarding course registration once it becomes available.

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Arranging

Advanced Arranging
Clay Hine

You already know the basics—now it’s time to make your charts shine. Dive into the techniques that separate a good arrangement from a great one: texture, development, voicing, and those goosebump-inducing moments that make listeners lean in.

Arranging Lab
Steve Tramack

Ever wonder why arrangements 'work' and wonder how arrangements were inspired and evolved through the arranging process? In this class, we'll analyze several iconic arrangements and look at what made them successful. We'll then apply those concepts as part of the arranging process, both for in-flight arrangements from the students and a new arrangement developed through the week.

Beginners' Arranging
Melody Hine

If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at arranging but didn’t know where to start, this class is your friendly launchpad. You’ll learn how barbershop harmony works, experiment with chord progressions, and try simple embellishments that make your arrangements pop!

Beginners' Music Theory
Cay Outerbridge

Discover the building blocks of music in this beginner-friendly class. We’ll explore notes, rhythms, and basic chords, giving you the tools to understand and enjoy the music you love. No prior knowledge needed – just bring your curiosity!

Intermediate Arranging
Steve Tramack

You know your way around chords—now let’s make them sing. This class builds on your arranging foundation to explore structure, texture, and creative choices that make arrangements shine. You’ll work on your own pieces and leave ready to take your next chart to the contest stage.

Writing Original Material
Melody Hine

If you’ve ever wanted to write your own barbershop material—or just the perfect tag—this workshop is your creative lab. You’ll dissect classic examples, craft your own, and explore techniques for writing lyrics, bridges, and original sections that make arrangements uniquely yours.

NEW: Deconstructing Arrangement
David Wright

This course is new to Harmony University. We're finalizing a complete course description and will publish it soon. Stay tuned for more details.

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Coaching

Coaching Mentorship
Jill Rodgers-McWha, Charlotte Murray, Ben Lewin

The Coaching Mentorship program at Harmony University is designed for experienced barbershop coaches looking to further develop their skills at a high level of proficiency and is by application only. It is intended for students who already have a significant level of coaching experience. If you are new to coaching or are looking to build your coaching skills, we encourage you to explore the Coaching courses offered in the Harmony University course catalog.

Successful applicants will be paired with an expert BHS faculty coach who is working with ensembles at HU. At first, you will observe, then actively assist in coaching sessions alongside your mentor. A valuable component is the ongoing interactions and feedback you will receive from your mentor before and after sessions. Participants have the opportunity to indicate preferred faculty and will connect with their mentor in advance of HU.

You are required to submit a coaching résumé/CV along with two short videos: a 2-minute introduction and a 10-minute sample of coaching an ensemble (please face the camera to yourself).

Successful Applicants will have: • A strong understanding of barbershop music and style • Demonstrated experience coaching ensembles (minimum of 2 years) • Experience as a barbershop director and/or singer • Confidence and professionalism working with high-level ensembles • Openness to feedback and a willingness to grow • Strong self-awareness and the ability to balance observation with participation. By the end of the program, participants will: • Expand their coaching toolkit with new exercises and techniques • Improve prioritization and decision-making in coaching settings • Build confidence working with high-performing ensembles.

Applications for the 2027 HU Coaching Mentorship Program will be available soon. Applications close June 15, 2027 at 11:59 PM.

Coaching Observation
Jill Rodgers-McWha, Charlotte Murray, Ben Lewin

Sometimes the best way to learn is simply by watching. Sit in on live ensemble coaching sessions led by our expert BHS coaching faculty. Choose your preferred BHS category or your favorite coach, and soak up techniques, language, and strategies through silent observation. Before HU begins, you will receive the timetable of ensembles, coaches, and room allocations so you can plan your sessions.

Coaching Tools and Prioritization
Jill Rodgers-McWha, Charlotte Murray, Ben Lewin

Coaching can seem overwhelming – how do I choose what to coach on? Which technique should I use? Throughout this toolkit upgrade class, you will gain confidence in analysis through watching videos and discussing coaching options. We’ll help you unpack how to choose what to coach on and what tools to use in each BHS category. Take part in class interaction to help put into practice lots of toolkit exercises - everything from vocal production to performance artistry.

Coaching with Impact: Communication and Hands-On Practice
Jill Rodgers-McWha, Charlotte Murray, Ben Lewin

This interactive, hands-on class focuses on how we communicate as coaches. Working with live quartets, you’ll have opportunities to practise these communication skills in real time, with guidance from experienced coaching faculty. The goal is to build confidence, trust and connection through clear, encouraging and effective coaching.

Guided Coaching Observation
Jill Rodgers-McWha, Charlotte Murray, Ben Lewin

Learn from watching expert BHS coaches in action. Our coaching track faculty will accompany you to visit and observe Ensemble Coaching groups as they receive coaching from top BHS coaches. Choose your preferred BHS category each day - Musicality, Performance, or Singing, then explore and discuss coaching techniques during a 20-30 minute debrief with faculty afterwards.

How to Teach What You Know
Philip Grant

If you’ve ever thought “I could teach this someday,” this class helps you do it—clearly, confidently, and with heart. You’ll learn how to structure lessons, give feedback, and plan progressions that singers can actually digest. You’ll leave ready to turn your deep knowledge into shareable learning.

Musicality Coaching Methods
Dan Wessler

Ever wonder how to coax more musical magic out of a group? In this class, you’ll explore how phrasing, lyric intent, and rhythm shape an ensemble’s artistry—and how to teach those concepts effectively. Expect lively discussion, hands-on coaching, and fresh ideas for motivating singers of all styles.

Performance Coaching Methods
Allen Otto

Want to coach performance? This class arms you with tools to shape storytelling, emotion, pacing, and expression in singers. You’ll try techniques, practice mini‑coaching sessions, and see how small tweaks make big musical impact.

One Ensemble, Three Lenses
Kevin Keller, Marty Lovick, Steve Scott

Team coaching with PER, MUS and SNG to demonstrate BOTH the interrelationship between the categories AND the uniqueness of each.

Quartet Rehearsal Techniques
Katie Gillis, Alexandra Hauger, Amanda Sandroni, Samantha Tramack

Your quartet rehearsals can go from guesswork to precision. In this class, you’ll learn smart rehearsal structures, communication tricks, and techniques from one of barbershop's finest - GQ!

Singing Coaching Methods
Philip Grant

How do you coach someone to become a better singer? This class gives you tools, processes, and language to help singers grow with confidence, voice, and joy. You’ll role-play, experiment, and sharpen your coaching voice.

Voice Coaching Under Glass
Steve Scott

A rare peek behind the curtain of healthy voice coaching. In this interactive session, singers of all levels will experience real-time vocal coaching, learning from each adjustment and discovery along the way. You’ll gain insight into your own voice and how to listen like a pro.

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Conducting

Beginners' Conducting Techniques
Rob Mance

Get your arms moving and learn the basics of conducting in this welcoming class designed for beginners. We’ll cover fundamental patterns and gestures, all in a low-pressure setting where you can explore at your own pace – no spotlight required!

Chorus Rehearsal Techniques
Joe Cerutti

This class will explore the many facets of running a successful rehearsal beyond conducting or vocal technique. From working with section leaders and assistant directors to managing recruitment, retention, and more, this class provides a comprehensive toolkit for creating efficient, engaging, and dynamic rehearsals that keep your chorus thriving.

Conducting Practicum
Dan Wessler, Tim Workman, Joe Cerutti

Ready to take the next step in front of your chorus? This interactive practicum helps you refine your directing skills through hands-on conducting, feedback, and ensemble work. Designed for developing directors, it’s a supportive lab to boost your confidence and control.

Developing Effective Warm-Ups
Debbie Cleveland

This class helps you build warm-ups that actually work. You’ll experiment with efficient, musical routines that prepare your individual voice, as well as your ensemble, to sing their best in record time. Walk away with a ready-to-use library of exercises that make warm-ups feel like music, not chores.

Hand Independence
Tim Workman

Your hands can say way more than “1-2-3-4.” In this dynamic workshop, you’ll train them to lead with clarity and precision—so your ensemble actually sings what you mean. Through movement drills, partner exercises, and feedback, you’ll learn to separate time from expression and conduct with new confidence.

How to Teach What You Know
Philip Grant

If you’ve ever thought “I could teach this someday,” this class helps you do it—clearly, confidently, and with heart. You’ll learn how to structure lessons, give feedback, and plan progressions that singers can actually digest. You’ll leave ready to turn your deep knowledge into shareable learning.

NEW: The Art of Melding-Conducting Gesture
Tim Workman

This course is new to Harmony University. We're finalizing a complete course description and will publish it soon. Stay tuned for more details.

Voice Coaching Under Glass
Steve Scott

A rare peek behind the curtain of healthy voice coaching. In this interactive session, singers of all levels will experience real-time vocal coaching, learning from each adjustment and discovery along the way. You’ll gain insight into your own voice and how to listen like a pro.

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HU Singing Experiences

eXtreme Quartetting Harmony Brigade
Luke Miller

The Harmony University Brigade offers a premier mixed-voice quartet experience designed for barbershop singers ready to sing at a mid-high level. This immersive quartet program welcomes individual singers, eliminating the need to bring a pre-formed quartet to Harmony University. With a limit of 15 singers per voice part, we ensure a balanced and rewarding quartetting experience.

Harmony University Chorus
Tyler Wigginton

Jump into the full chorus experience! Under the direction of Theo Hicks, the HU Chorus brings together singers of all backgrounds for a week of learning, laughing, and performing barbershop harmony. From warm-ups to stage presence, you’ll explore every side of ensemble singing—culminating in a thrilling performance that caps off your Harmony U adventure.

NextGen Chorus(Ages 18-30)
Samantha Tramack

Under the direction of Samantha Tramack, join the NextGen Chorus and sing in an ensemble built just for singers 30 and under—explore youthful sound, tight harmonies, and the joy of blending with new friends. You’ll get coached, learn repertoire, and experience the energy of a chorus designed for the next generation of barbershoppers.

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Leadership

Building an Inclusive Culture
Melody Hine

Barbershop is for everyone—and building that reality starts here. This open, thoughtful session dives into what inclusion really looks like, from everyday interactions to organizational systems. Bring your questions, ideas, and heart for harmony beyond the music.

Chorus Culture and Leadership
Joe Cerutti

A chorus is more than music—it’s people, purpose, and the energy they share. In this class, you’ll explore how to shape a healthy culture, lead with intention, and build the kind of trust that turns a group into a true community. Walk away with practical tools to make your chorus feel like home for everyone.

Chorus Rehearsal Techniques
Joe Cerutti

This class will explore the many facets of running a successful rehearsal beyond conducting or vocal technique. From working with section leaders and assistant directors to managing recruitment, retention, and more, this class provides a comprehensive toolkit for creating efficient, engaging, and dynamic rehearsals that keep your chorus thriving.

Developing Effective Warm-Ups
Debbie Cleveland

This class helps you build warm-ups that actually work. You’ll experiment with efficient, musical routines that prepare your individual voice, as well as your ensemble, to sing their best in record time. Walk away with a ready-to-use library of exercises that make warm-ups feel like music, not chores.

NEW: Early Childhood Music Education
Amanda Sandroni

This course is new to Harmony University. We're finalizing a complete course description and will publish it soon. Stay tuned for more details.

NEW: Front Line Communication
Julian LaFlore

This course is new to Harmony University. We're finalizing a complete course description and will publish it soon. Stay tuned for more details.

NEW: Gold Medal Leaders - Commonalities
David McEachern

This course is new to Harmony University. We're finalizing a complete course description and will publish it soon. Stay tuned for more details.

How to Teach What You Know
Philip Grant

If you’ve ever thought “I could teach this someday,” this class helps you do it—clearly, confidently, and with heart. You’ll learn how to structure lessons, give feedback, and plan progressions that singers can actually digest. You’ll leave ready to turn your deep knowledge into shareable learning.

Membership Recruitment and Retention
Cay Outerbridge, Julian Laflore, Tessa Walker

Unlock the keys to building and sustaining a thriving chorus. This class addresses the top challenges facing our chapters, offering practical strategies to attract new members and keep them engaged. Learn how to grow your ensemble and foster lasting connections within your organization.

NEW: Music Education Implementation
Jacob Fry, Ethan Wolfe

This course is new to Harmony University. We're finalizing a complete course description and will publish it soon. Stay tuned for more details.

Practicing Leadership
Steve Tramack

Leadership doesn’t live in meetings—it lives in daily habits. This class shows you how to build small, repeatable leadership practices that transform culture and momentum over time. You’ll leave with a “leadership toolbox” you can start using right away.

Selecting Chorus Repertoire
Dan Wessler

This course is new to Harmony University. We're finalizing a complete course description and will publish it soon. Stay tuned for more details.

NEW: Useful Trends in Vocal Pedagogy for Coaches and Directors
Steve Scott

This course is new to Harmony University. We're finalizing a complete course description and will publish it soon. Stay tuned for more details.

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Miscellaneous

History of Barbershop
David Wright

Take an in-depth journey through barbershop’s origins, evolution, and cultural significance. This course traces the genre’s early development, historical context, and the founding of the Barbershop Harmony Society as a reflection of American musical traditions.

Music Education Implementation
Debbie Cleveland, Ethan Wolfe, Tessa Walker, Jacob Fry

Music educators, this one’s for you! Join colleagues from across the globe to share insights, classroom strategies, and inspiration from your week at Harmony U. Together you’ll brainstorm ways to bring barbershop harmony and its educational value back to your students.

Physics of Sound
Jason Warchauer

This is a fun, experiment-filled class we are excited to bring back to HU after a few years' hiatus. Explore the science behind the sound we love so much! It will make you a better barbershop singer, too! This has historically been one of our most highly rated and entertaining classes.

NEW: Tag Teaching
Travis Tabares

If you want to experience tag singing and teaching at its finest, you need to find Travis each night on the green to learn anything from simple to difficult, from great standards to the newest trendy tags, and everything in between.

NEW: Technology in Barbershop
Rafi Hasib

Are you looking to enhance your learning and rehearsal experience using existing technology? Each day we'll focus on an aspect of the musical experience (e.g. sheet music, recordings, tracking) and discuss different hardware, software, and techniques. We'll cover tools in depth including Slack, Google Workspace, and ForScore with several use cases you can take back to your ensemble. Applicable to quartets, choruses, and chapters in general.

NEW: The Mathematics of Overtones and Tuning
David Wright

A class for math nerds (you know who you are). We will explain in detail what overtones are, what they has to do with just intonation, and the problems encountered with keyboard tuning.

NEW: What I Learned from Singing/Recording/Performing a Bajillion Barbershop Songs
Kim Newcomb

“In the last fifteen years I’ve sung A LOT of barbershop with A LOT of people. I’ve performed with/coached many quartets and choruses at all levels, have spent the last eight years recording hundreds of learning tracks, and have subbed for several champion quartets (GQ - on the three parts I could, Double Date, After Hours); and all of this experience has culminated in A LOT of vocal knowledge that I want to share with YOU. Join me for a week of identifying, breaking down, and practicing the vocal techniques of your favorite barbershop idols while also exploring how to make those hallmarks your own!”

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Musicality

Beginning Music Theory
Cay Outerbridge

Discover the building blocks of music in this beginner-friendly class. We’ll explore notes, rhythms, and basic chords, giving you the tools to understand and enjoy the music you love. No prior knowledge needed – just bring your curiosity!

NEW: Beginner Rhythm for Barbershoppers
Steve Armstrong

You’ve got the harmony down—but does your rhythm make it dance? This class gives you rhythmic tools to sharpen syncopation, groove, and pulse in traditional barbershop and beyond. You’ll try ensemble clapping, subdivision practice, and rhythmic phrasing games.

Ear Training 1
David Zimmerman

Have you ever wondered how to put a name to the intervals and chords that you’re hearing while you sing barbershop? Well, this is the course for you!

Ear Training 2
David Zimmerman

It’s time to hone your skills in all of the 4-part chords available in the barbershop style! We will explore all types of 7ths in every inversion and develop strategies to identify them accurately.

Musicality Coaching Methods
Dan Wessler

Ever wonder how to coax more musical magic out of a group? In this class, you’ll explore how phrasing, lyric intent, and rhythm shape an ensemble’s artistry—and how to teach those concepts effectively. Expect lively discussion, hands-on coaching, and fresh ideas for motivating singers of all styles.

In this class, we will learn about the musical structures that ear-singing barbershoppers ought to be familiar with, namely chords, progressions, and their variations. By Saturday, students will be able to employ aural theory in their woodshedding experiences, applying harmonic progressions to quartet settings.

R.A.W. Repertoire for Woodshedding
Jacob Fry, Ethan Wolfe

In this class, we will do a broad survey of American music history for barbershoppers. The course will cover a wide variety of melodies for woodshedding ranging from 18th century folk melodies to soul hits of the 1960s, and will include learning song form, harmony, and history. By Saturday, students will be prepared to lead woodshedding circles in their community with an array of novel & interesting melodies to choose from.

R.A.W. Techniques for Woodshedding
Jacob Fry, Ethan Wolfe

In this class, we will learn specific techniques for the woodshedding quartet, to help in the creation and preparation of new barbershop performances. As a class, we will name and address a wide variety of woodshedding situations/challenges such as doublings, odd melody notes, and variation on a repeated form.

Sight Singing
Erin Odell

Ready to stop guessing and start reading? This course turns sight-singing into a skill you’ll actually enjoy. Through fun, bite-sized drills and guided practice, you’ll learn to read notation, recognize intervals, and feel more confident when new music lands in your hands.

NEW: Theory of Barbershop and American Harmony

Rafi Hasi

This will explore the theory, history, and development of American music, opposite collegiate studies in Western classical music theory. We’ll observe progressions and patterns in barbershop and popular music, as well as how the style has evolved.

Tune It or Die
Jay Dougherty

Your ears will never be the same! This fan-favorite course unpacks the science and art of tuning—why chords lock, overtones ring, and certain notes bend just right. Expect mind-blowing audio demos, laughs, and practical takeaways for your chorus or quartet.

You Be the Judge
Steve Scott, Steve Tramack, Allen Otto

Your ears will never be the same! This fan-favorite course unpacks the science and art of tuning—why chords lock, overtones ring, and certain notes bend just right. Expect mind-blowing audio demos, laughs, and practical takeaways for your chorus or quartet.

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Music Education

NEW: Early Childhood Music Education
Amanda Sandori

This is a class dedicated to music educators who teach our youngest learners, and explores activities, lessons, and more in supporting music exposure to young children

Engaging with Youth in Barbershop
Tessa Walker

Learn ways, big and small, to introduce, engage, and encourage youth to sing barbershop! Get some new ideas and inspiration for what you, as an individual, your quartet, or your chapter can do to pave the way for more youth to discover our style of music.

NEW: Music Education Implementation
Debbie Cleveland, Jacob Fry, Tessa Walker, Ethan Wolfe

This class is meant to discover the best practices for introducing barbershop music in the classroom, from song selection to teaching the style, to performance considerations, not to mention all the ways barbershop can be used to teach theory, ear training, independence, and more.

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Performance

Advanced Performance Practicum
David McEachern

Enhance your performance journey in this lively, hands-on practicum designed for singers more experienced to theatrical expression. You’ll explore storytelling through music and discover how to make your performances more authentic, expressive, and memorable.

Barbershop Performance - Beginning
Allen Otto

Lights, acting, harmony! This dynamic performance lab blends acting principles with barbershop performance craft. You’ll workshop scenes, explore storytelling through song, and develop the tools to make your onstage moments truly unforgettable.

NEW: Bring Your Songs to Life with Performance Techniques
Brian O'Dell

Ready to transform a learned piece of music into an unforgettable performance? Move beyond the notes and discover the artistry of storytelling. This course bridges the gap between the practice room and the stage. You will learn to uncover the core message of a song, infuse it with your personal narrative, and deliver it with genuine emotional impact. By analyzing both the lyricist's words and the arranger's subtle musical cues, you will develop the tools to connect deeply with your material. Master intentional rehearsal techniques and the performer's craft to seamlessly step onstage and capture the hearts of your audience.

Comedy Dos & Don'ts
David McEachern

Want to sprinkle wit without cringing? This class gives you the keys to humor in performance—what lands, what bombs, and how to keep your audience laughing *with* you, not at you. Expect examples (both good and bad), demonstrations and experiments, and a few jokes gone sideways.

NEW: Effective Staging and Choreography
Cy Wood

Explore the principles of effective choreography and staging for the barbershop stage through the study of iconic performances and proven techniques. Discuss creative development, rehearsal and teaching strategies, and practical approaches to overcoming common challenges faced by ensembles.

NEW: Gold Medal Leaders
David McEachern

What do barbershop's most consistent winners have in common? This class examines the habits and mindsets of championship directors and leaders.

Performance Coaching Methods
Allen Otto

Want to coach performance? This class arms you with tools to shape storytelling, emotion, pacing, and expression in singers. You’ll try techniques, practice mini‑coaching sessions, and see how small tweaks make a big musical impact.

NEW: Performance First
Cy Wood

Has Performance been the last thing your ensemble works on? Does it get enough attention? Learn how to better improve the singing and musicality in your songs by putting performance first. Learn tricks that the professionals use as a roadmap for their end product.

NEW: Performances that Changed My Life
Ali Hauger

Let’s be a little nerdy and learn about music and its impact on our brain. Let’s dive into what makes music so emotional and life-changing, and I’ll share three performances that had a huge impact on my relationship with music.

NEW: Putting the Bah Ha Ha in Barbershop
Ben Lewin, Cay Outerbridge

Join us as we work through the process of creating a comedy song for a barbershop quartet or chorus! We’ll work from concept to reality as a class, discussing parody writing principles, developing comedic ideas, and collaborating in small groups to bring our ideas to life. Bring your creativity and get ready to put the bah ha ha in barbershop!

The Art of Performance
David McEachern, Cy Wood

Performance is more than notes — it’s expression, connection, and presence. In this class, you’ll experience various approaches to character, authenticity, and storytelling through analyzing various performance examples, both in and out of the barbershop genre.

What Makes a Great Barbershop Performance
Sandi Wright

There are five Components of the Performance Category: Musical - Vocal - Observed/Visual - Individuality/Personality - Style. We’ll take a Component per day and give video examples for discussion of what makes them great. Then we’ll add the Characteristics of believability, communication, creativity, quality of sound, artistry, rapport and stylistic adherence to each of the examples.

You Be the Judge
Steve Scott, Steve Tramack, Allen Otto

Ever wish you could peek behind the scoring sheets? In this immersive experience, you’ll step into a judge’s shoes for the week—listening, analyzing, and scoring. You’ll discover what makes performances truly shine and how judges think about artistry and excellence.

Emotional Intelligence in Performance
Blair Brown, Ali Hauger

How can we use personality tests to better understand ourselves and the people we sing and manage ensembles with? We’ll take some assessments, learn about ourselves, and see how we can use what we learn to positively impact our working relationships and singing trust.

Making Harmony Look Good
Jennifer Gaspari

An interactive, problem-solving class where we will learn stagecraft, cosplay, and special effects techniques and apply them to your specific quartet and chorus show package vision. Gain knowledge of how the pros create visual magic and how to achieve visual storytelling of your songs with these ideas. Bring your concepts for us to workshop in class or be inspired to create a visual wonderland from the inspiring concepts that are taught and shared.

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Private lessons

Private Arranging Lessons
Steve Armstrong

Private Conducting Lessons
Don Campbell

Private Voice Lessons
DC Nash

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Quartet

Comedy Dos & Don'ts
David McEachern

Want to sprinkle wit without cringing? This class gives you the keys to humor in performance—what lands, what bombs, and how to keep your audience laughing *with* you, not at you. Expect examples (both good and bad), demonstrations and experiments, and a few jokes gone sideways.

How to Be a Great Baritone
Katie Gillis

Ah, the mysterious baritone—unsung hero of every ringing chord. In this class, you’ll uncover the secrets of the part that holds it all together, guided by stories, humor, and plenty of “aha” moments from a lifelong barbershop aficionado.

How to Be a Great Bass
Samantha Tramack

The bass line: the heartbeat of barbershop. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned rumbler, this class digs into the techniques and mindset that make great bass singing irresistible. You’ll study examples from barbershop’s legendary lows and leave with tools to anchor any ensemble.

How to Be a Great Lead
Alexandra Hauger

Step into the spotlight—literally. This class unpacks what it means to be a compelling lead: from vocal color and phrasing to emotional storytelling. You’ll observe some of the very best and learn how to sing with confidence and intention while keeping the quartet sound beautifully balanced.

How to Be a Great Tenor
Amanda Sandroni

Float above the chords with confidence! This class explores the unique art of barbershop tenor singing—how to blend, tune, and soar while keeping the quartet sound balanced. You’ll leave with new tools, techniques, and appreciation for some of the very best tenor singers in our art form.

Quartet Rehearsal Techniques
2026 International Champion, GQ: Katie Gillis, Alexandra Hauger, Amanda Sandroni, Samantha Tramack

Your quartet rehearsals can go from guesswork to precision. In this class, you’ll learn smart rehearsal structures, communication tricks, and techniques from one of barbershop's finest - GQ!

NEW: Show Package Design and Delivery
Debbie Cleveland

Explore strategies to spark your own creativity, hone your valuable ideas, and dive into the details of song succession and successful emcee work.

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Singing

Advanced Vocal Techniques
Philip Grant

If you’ve ever wondered how to squeeze even more color, resonance, and control from your voice, this class is your playground. Each day we’ll explore advanced vocal production techniques and discover how subtle adjustments can completely transform your sound. You’ll leave with new tools, sharper awareness, and a deeper connection to your own instrument.

Developing Effective Warm-Ups
Debbie Cleveland

This class helps you build warm-ups that actually work. You’ll experiment with efficient, musical routines that prepare your individual voice, as well as your ensemble, to sing their best in record time. Walk away with a ready-to-use library of exercises that make warm-ups feel like music, not chores.

NEW: Expand Your Vocal Vocabulary
Katie Gillis, Amanda Sandroni

In this class, we’ll explore different vocal techniques across styles. We’ll talk about how the production and styling lend to the particular type of music we’re discussing and how we as artists can draw upon these techniques in our own musical journeys.

Fundamental Vocal Techniques
Cay Outerbridge

Whether you’re brand new to singing or looking to rebuild solid fundamentals, this class breaks down how your instrument really works. Each day focuses on practical, hands-on vocal techniques that strengthen consistency, control, and tone. No experience required—just curiosity and a voice!

Posting Like a Pro
Christian Diaz, Philip Grant

Take your posting skills to the next level! In this class, you’ll learn techniques to extend, strengthen, and refine those long-held notes that define barbershop, all while blending seamlessly with your ensemble. Join our expert faculty and master the art of posting with confidence and flair!

Reading Session
David Zimmerman

Think of this as a jam session for your eyes and ears. We’ll flip through new charts—quartet and chorus, basic to spicy—and sing as much as your voice allows. Expect instant musical discovery.

Sight Singing
Erin Odell

Ready to stop guessing and start reading? This course turns sight-singing into a skill you’ll actually enjoy. Through fun, bite-sized drills and guided practice, you’ll learn to read notation, recognize intervals, and feel more confident when new music lands in your hands.

Singing Coaching Methods
Philip Grant

How do you coach someone to become a better singer? This class gives you tools, processes, and language to help singers grow with confidence, voice, and joy. You’ll role-play, experiment, and sharpen your coaching voice.

Sound Management
Darin Drown

If you’ve ever thought, “I hear it—but how do I fix it?” this class is your answer key. Learn practical, repeatable strategies for diagnosing ensemble challenges and building steady, measurable improvement over time.

NEW: Useful Trends in Vocal Pedagogy for Vocal Coaches and Directors
Steve Scott

A rare peek behind the curtain of healthy voice coaching. In this interactive session, singers of all levels will receive real-time vocal coaching, learning from each adjustment and discovery. You’ll gain insight into your own voice and how to listen like a pro.

Voice Coaching Under Glass
Steve Scott

Steve keeps a firm finger on the pulse of the latest movements in vocal pedagogy, and he is here to share the most helpful trends for your barbershop coaching and teaching.

You Be the Judge
Steve Scott, Steve Tramack, Allen Otto

Ever wish you could peek behind the scoring sheets? In this immersive experience, you’ll step into a judge’s shoes for the week—listening, analyzing, and scoring. You’ll discover what makes performances truly shine and how judges think about artistry and excellence.

The 50 Best Tags According to David Wright
David Wright

Fifty tags. Endless joy. Join this legendary sing-along led by Dr. David Wright as you explore (and sing!) his all-time favorite tags—the ones that define the sound and soul of barbershop harmony.