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    <title>Barbershop Harmony Society Outreach </title>
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        <title>Vocal Majority opens ACDA 2025 National Convention</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/vm-acda-2025</link>
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            <![CDATA[The legendary chorus represents barbershop to the mentors of future musicians. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/vm-acda-2025">Read More</a>]]>
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        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Howell named Music Educator of the Year</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/howell-nafme-award</link>
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            <![CDATA[Kristin Howell of Sysosset (NY) High School has been named the BHS/NAfME 2025 Music Educator of the Year. The award recognizes excellence in teaching, performing, and the lifelong impact music teachers make on young singers. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/howell-nafme-award">Read More</a>]]>
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        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 13:00:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Why you should make a nomination for the BHS-NAfME Music Educator Award</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/why-you-should-make-a-nomination-for-the-bhs-nafme-music-educator-award</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/why-you-should-make-a-nomination-for-the-bhs-nafme-music-educator-award</guid>
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            <![CDATA[Music gives meaning to life, and our visible support for music in our communities should begin with the people on the front lines: the music educators who each day awaken the music within school children. Although our mantra in the Outreach area is “Music-Money-More Singers,” we should always keep in mind that these resources are all in the service of the fourth M: MEANING. To bring that meaning to the fore, BHS has teamed with... <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/why-you-should-make-a-nomination-for-the-bhs-nafme-music-educator-award">Read More</a>]]>
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        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Mon, 19 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Guide to BHS Ethics Reporting Procedures</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/guide-to-bhs-ethics-procedures</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/guide-to-bhs-ethics-procedures</guid>
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            <![CDATA[The Barbershop Harmony Society has policies in place to ensure that every person who engages with BHS at any level, and in any activity, may do so with full confidence that they are in a safe environment. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/guide-to-bhs-ethics-procedures">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>Devin Bradford</author>
        <dc:date>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 15:00:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Penny Yanke honored with BHS/NAfME Award</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/yanke-nafme-award</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/yanke-nafme-award</guid>
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            <![CDATA[Penny Yanke of Burlington (Wisc.) High School has been named the BHS/NAfME 2024 Music Educator of the Year. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/yanke-nafme-award">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Wed, 17 Jan 2024 08:35:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Dr. Kim Watters named 2023 NAfME/BHS Music Educator of the Year</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/watters-nafme-award</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/watters-nafme-award</guid>
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            <![CDATA[In recognition of her broad influence on close harmony and a cappella singing, Dr. Kim Watters of Gordon Central High School, Calhoun, Georgia has been named the 2023 recipient of the Music Educator Award by the Barbershop Harmony Society and NAfME, The National Association for Music Education. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/watters-nafme-award">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Thu, 02 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Dane receives special recognition from NAfME and Barbershop Harmony Society</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/dane-nafme-award</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/dane-nafme-award</guid>
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            <![CDATA[In recognition of her broad influence on close harmony and a cappella singing, Katy Dane of Benold Middle School, Georgetown, TX, has been named the 2022 recipient of the Music Educator Award by the Barbershop Harmony Society and NAfME, The National Association for Music Education. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/dane-nafme-award">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Thu, 24 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Music Medics make virtual visits</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/music-medics-virtual-visits</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/music-medics-virtual-visits</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[Pandemic restriction haven't stopped these singers from cheering children <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/music-medics-virtual-visits">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Thu, 23 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>National Barbershop Quartet Day 2021</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/national-barbershop-quartet-day-april-11-1</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/national-barbershop-quartet-day-april-11-1</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[Why we celebrate on April 11th <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/national-barbershop-quartet-day-april-11-1">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Fri, 26 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Wernega receives special recognition from NAfME and Barbershop Harmony Society</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/wernega-receives-nafme-award</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/wernega-receives-nafme-award</guid>
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            <![CDATA[In recognition of his excellence in teaching and impact on young singers, John Wernega of Quinton Township School, has been named the 2021 recipient of the Music Educator Award by the Barbershop Harmony Society and NAfME, The National Association for Music Education. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/wernega-receives-nafme-award">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Mon, 21 Dec 2020 14:00:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>How to help others fall in love with barbershop</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/how-to-help-others-fall-in-love-with-barbershop</link>
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            <![CDATA[If few people bite at your invitation to try out barbershop, it may be because they don’t know whether they like the art form. Good thing the music sells itself! <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/how-to-help-others-fall-in-love-with-barbershop">Read More</a>]]>
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        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Wed, 11 Nov 2020 10:27:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>How to Build Rapport and Trust with New Audiences • Inclusion in Barbershop Series</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/how-to-build-rapport-and-trust-with-new-audiences-inclusion-in-barbershop-series</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/how-to-build-rapport-and-trust-with-new-audiences-inclusion-in-barbershop-series</guid>
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            <![CDATA[Meaning they stand on stage and perform for an audience while the audience sits in seats and applauds for the chorus.While this model has been successful for many of our chapters, we’re going to explore the unique benefits of evolving our mindset to think of ourselves as a 'community asset' that specializes in the intrinsic benefits of singing together in harmony, helping you to reach broader audiences and increase community relevancy. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/how-to-build-rapport-and-trust-with-new-audiences-inclusion-in-barbershop-series">Read More</a>]]>
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        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Wed, 04 Nov 2020 15:51:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Martinez honored by NAfME and Barbershop Harmony Society</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/martinez-bhs-nafme-award</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/martinez-bhs-nafme-award</guid>
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            <![CDATA[In recognition of her excellence in teaching and impact on young singers, Dr. Misty Martinez of Cocoa High School, Cocoa, Florida, has been named the 2020 recipient of the Music Educator Award by the Barbershop Harmony Society and NAfME, The National Association for Music Education. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/martinez-bhs-nafme-award">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Fri, 10 Jan 2020 13:18:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Working in Harmony: Do Your Part for Music in Schools</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/nafme-tips</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/nafme-tips</guid>
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            <![CDATA[Our allies in the professional music world know Barbershoppers value lifelong singing. Their tips for how your visible presence in the community can assure a solid foundation in music for all students. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/nafme-tips">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Fri, 03 Jan 2020 13:31:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>What&#039;s your Barbershop story?</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/whats-your-barbershop-story</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/whats-your-barbershop-story</guid>
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            <![CDATA[Everyone has a story of the person who taught you your first tag or the first time you heard a chord ring. For some, it’s singing tags until the wee hours of the morning. For others, it’s having the opportunity to sing with the ones they love. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/whats-your-barbershop-story">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Tue, 05 Nov 2019 07:52:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>The ABCs of Engaging with Music Educators</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/the-abcs-of-engaging-with-music-educators</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/the-abcs-of-engaging-with-music-educators</guid>
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            <![CDATA[Do area music educators respond well to your chapter's outreach efforts? <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/the-abcs-of-engaging-with-music-educators">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Thu, 17 Oct 2019 09:21:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Every Voice Matters: Add Your Story to The Harmonizer</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/every-voice-matters-add-your-story-to-the-harmonizer</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/every-voice-matters-add-your-story-to-the-harmonizer</guid>
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            <![CDATA[Theo Hicks' moving 2019 Midwinter Keynote Address highlighted several people whose lives were changed forever by the unselfish actions of Barbershoppers and other singers. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/every-voice-matters-add-your-story-to-the-harmonizer">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Fri, 04 Oct 2019 12:20:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Creating Performance Opportunities</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/creating-performance-opportunities</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/creating-performance-opportunities</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[Peter Cunningham outlines the different ways in which your ensemble can begin creating additional opportunities to rehearse and perform together. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/creating-performance-opportunities">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Mon, 13 May 2019 08:23:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>The perils of choral elitism</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/the-perils-of-choral-elitism</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/the-perils-of-choral-elitism</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[Choral director Chris Maunu built his high school program on teaching students how to be vulnerable, authentic human beings, rather than “musical excellence.” How do competition and the need for external recognition impact this goal? <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/the-perils-of-choral-elitism">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Tue, 07 May 2019 10:40:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>National Barbershop Quartet Day 2019</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/celebrate-national-barbershop-quartet-day-april-11</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/celebrate-national-barbershop-quartet-day-april-11</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[Why we celebrate on April 11th <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/celebrate-national-barbershop-quartet-day-april-11">Read More</a>]]>
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        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Wed, 27 Mar 2019 19:26:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Don&#039;t fall for the myth that you can&#039;t sing</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/dont-fall-for-the-myth-that-you-cant-sing</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/dont-fall-for-the-myth-that-you-cant-sing</guid>
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            <![CDATA[The crippling notion that singing belongs only to the best singers deprives many people of the pleasure of making music just for fun. Who says you can’t sing? <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/dont-fall-for-the-myth-that-you-cant-sing">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Tue, 26 Mar 2019 12:40:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>11 Tips for a Successful Guest Night</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/9-tips-for-a-successful-guest-night</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/9-tips-for-a-successful-guest-night</guid>
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            <![CDATA[Adapted from Ev Nau’s tips in “I Was A Barbershop Spy,” The Harmonizer, March- April 2004 <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/9-tips-for-a-successful-guest-night">Read More</a>]]>
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        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Tue, 19 Mar 2019 13:41:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>The Importance of Music Education in Our Schools</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/the-importance-of-music-education-in-our-schools</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/the-importance-of-music-education-in-our-schools</guid>
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            <![CDATA[During Music In Our Schools month, a music educator reflects on the value of music education, especially as school districts eliminate music and arts programs first to keep up with costs. However, research continues to argue that arts education is equally as important as core curriculum in today's schools and in students' extracurricular activities. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/the-importance-of-music-education-in-our-schools">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Tue, 19 Mar 2019 10:11:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Music Medics leave them smiling</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/music-medics-leave-them-smiling</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/music-medics-leave-them-smiling</guid>
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            <![CDATA[When eight people in scrubs show up singing, the surprise and joy are palpable. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/music-medics-leave-them-smiling">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Fri, 01 Mar 2019 09:41:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>2019 BHS/NAfME Music Educator Award Announced</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/2019-music-educator-award-announced</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/2019-music-educator-award-announced</guid>
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            <![CDATA[In recognition of her excellence in teaching, performance and lifelong impact on young singers, Lori Lyford of Chandler High School, Chandler, Arizona, has been named the 2019 recipient of the Barbershop Harmony Society/NAfME Music Educator Award.The award was presented January 25, 2019 during the Next Generation Junior Barbershop Chorus Festival at the Midwinter Convention of the Barbershop Harmony Society at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry House. The NAfME/BHS award honors educators “who give students the opportunity... <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/2019-music-educator-award-announced">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Thu, 24 Jan 2019 12:38:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Secure your local music programs (with NAfME’s Ronny Lau)</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/secure-your-local-music-programs-with-nafmes-ronny-lau</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/secure-your-local-music-programs-with-nafmes-ronny-lau</guid>
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            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/secure-your-local-music-programs-with-nafmes-ronny-lau">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>Devin Bradford</author>
        <dc:date>Wed, 13 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Apply for the Next Generation Barbershop Junior Chorus Invitational by February 1</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/apply-for-the-next-generation-barbershop-junior-chorus-invitational-by-february-1</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/apply-for-the-next-generation-barbershop-junior-chorus-invitational-by-february-1</guid>
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            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/apply-for-the-next-generation-barbershop-junior-chorus-invitational-by-february-1">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Thu, 25 Jan 2018 17:37:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Debbie Cleveland receives 2018 NAfME / BHS Music Educator Award</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/debbie-cleveland-receives-special-recognition-from-national-association-for-music-education-and-barbershop-harmony-society</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/debbie-cleveland-receives-special-recognition-from-national-association-for-music-education-and-barbershop-harmony-society</guid>
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            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/debbie-cleveland-receives-special-recognition-from-national-association-for-music-education-and-barbershop-harmony-society">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Sat, 20 Jan 2018 20:19:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Youth choruses ascend to new heights at national barbershop chorus event</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/youth-choruses-ascend-to-new-heights-at-national-barbershop-chorus-event</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/youth-choruses-ascend-to-new-heights-at-national-barbershop-chorus-event</guid>
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            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/youth-choruses-ascend-to-new-heights-at-national-barbershop-chorus-event">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Sat, 20 Jan 2018 05:38:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Five last-minute reminders for entering the Next Generation Varsity Quartet Contest</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/five-last-minute-reminders-for-entering-the-next-generation-varsity-quartet-contest</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/five-last-minute-reminders-for-entering-the-next-generation-varsity-quartet-contest</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/five-last-minute-reminders-for-entering-the-next-generation-varsity-quartet-contest">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Mon, 15 Jan 2018 19:53:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>So You Think You Know Barbershop?</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/so-you-think-you-know-barbershop</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/so-you-think-you-know-barbershop</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/so-you-think-you-know-barbershop">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Mon, 13 Nov 2017 20:49:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Spread the word about Next Generation events - download the posters</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/spread-the-word-about-next-generation-events-download-the-posters</link>
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        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Fri, 27 Oct 2017 15:43:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Mike Rowe is &quot;Returning The Favor&quot; to an inspiring music educator</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/mike-rowe-is-returning-the-favor-to-an-inspiring-music-educator</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/mike-rowe-is-returning-the-favor-to-an-inspiring-music-educator</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/mike-rowe-is-returning-the-favor-to-an-inspiring-music-educator">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Tue, 10 Oct 2017 12:00:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Next Generation Barbershop: The next evolution of BHS youth participation</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/youth-contests-evolve</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/youth-contests-evolve</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/youth-contests-evolve">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Wed, 13 Sep 2017 18:00:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Champs win more fans for barbershop among choral directors</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/champs-win-more-fans-for-barbershop-among-choral-directors</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/champs-win-more-fans-for-barbershop-among-choral-directors</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/champs-win-more-fans-for-barbershop-among-choral-directors">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Fri, 17 Mar 2017 21:23:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Pride of Iowa hosts Youth Workshop</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/pride-of-iowa-hosts-youth-workshop</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/pride-of-iowa-hosts-youth-workshop</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/pride-of-iowa-hosts-youth-workshop">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Wed, 15 Mar 2017 18:23:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Main Street Harmony, a captive audience, and The Cowboy Way</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/main-street-harmony-a-captive-audience-and-the-cowboy-way</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/main-street-harmony-a-captive-audience-and-the-cowboy-way</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/main-street-harmony-a-captive-audience-and-the-cowboy-way">Read More</a>]]>
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        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Tue, 14 Mar 2017 19:01:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Society presents Barbershop in a BIG way at ACDA National Conference next week</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/society-presents-barbershop-in-a-big-way-acda-national-conference-next-week</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/society-presents-barbershop-in-a-big-way-acda-national-conference-next-week</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/society-presents-barbershop-in-a-big-way-acda-national-conference-next-week">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Fri, 03 Mar 2017 21:58:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Watch LIVE as Keepsake headlines BYU-Idaho Barbershop Festival</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/watch-live-as-keepsake-headlines-byu-idaho-barbershop-festival</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/watch-live-as-keepsake-headlines-byu-idaho-barbershop-festival</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/watch-live-as-keepsake-headlines-byu-idaho-barbershop-festival">Read More</a>]]>
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        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Thu, 02 Feb 2017 16:34:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Heather Nail receives NAfME/BHS Educator Award</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/heather-nail-receives-nafmebhs-educator-award</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/heather-nail-receives-nafmebhs-educator-award</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/heather-nail-receives-nafmebhs-educator-award">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Mon, 30 Jan 2017 21:05:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Youth  choruses earn top honors at harmony gathering in San Antonio</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/youth-choruses-earn-top-honors-at-harmony-gathering-in-san-antonio</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/youth-choruses-earn-top-honors-at-harmony-gathering-in-san-antonio</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/youth-choruses-earn-top-honors-at-harmony-gathering-in-san-antonio">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Sat, 21 Jan 2017 17:04:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Vocal Majority, Main Street bring music educators to their feet at national conference</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/vocal-majority-main-street-bring-music-educators-to-their-feet-at-national-conference</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/vocal-majority-main-street-bring-music-educators-to-their-feet-at-national-conference</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[Behind the scenes and in plain sight, the Barbershop Harmony Society is reshaping the way music educators look at the art form and the impact our organization can make in the classroom and the world. A brilliant showcase concert featuring the fabled Vocal Majority Chorus and beloved medalist Main Street quartet closed the 2016 National In-Service Conference of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME.) “The standing ovations (more than seven throughout the night) started... <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/vocal-majority-main-street-bring-music-educators-to-their-feet-at-national-conference">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Fri, 18 Nov 2016 15:49:00 -0600</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Francisco Núñez to lead youth chorus at Midwinter Convention</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/francisco-nunez-to-lead-youth-chorus-at-midwinter-convention</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/francisco-nunez-to-lead-youth-chorus-at-midwinter-convention</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/francisco-nunez-to-lead-youth-chorus-at-midwinter-convention">Read More</a>]]>
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        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Tue, 11 Oct 2016 13:00:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Our Commitment to Protecting Our Youth</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/our-commitment-to-protecting-our-youth</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/our-commitment-to-protecting-our-youth</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/our-commitment-to-protecting-our-youth">Read More</a>]]>
        </description>
        <author>Brian Lynch</author>
        <dc:date>Wed, 05 Oct 2016 15:31:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Youth Chorus Festival participants announced</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/youth-chorus-festival-participants-announced</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/youth-chorus-festival-participants-announced</guid>
        <description>
            <![CDATA[View categories. <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/youth-chorus-festival-participants-announced">Read More</a>]]>
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        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Wed, 28 Sep 2016 20:14:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Idaho Youth Barbershop Festival promo - YouTube</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/idaho-youth-barbershop-festival-promo-youtube</link>
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            <![CDATA[Over the past few years, the Boise Chordsmen have been built an incredible youth activity that draws hundreds of students and educators for a premium barebshop experince. This year's event, scheduled for October 3-4, will feature 2015 Far Western district quartet champs Flightline and aca-guru Deke Sharon. More than 700 singers are expected for the weekend, which culminates in a free concert. We love their promo video, which is simple but effective, combining a quickie... <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/idaho-youth-barbershop-festival-promo-youtube">Read More</a>]]>
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        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Wed, 21 Sep 2016 21:04:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Jim Henry to lead chorus of music educators at NAfME’s major annual conference</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/jim-henry-to-lead-chorus-of-music-educators-at-nafmes-major-annual-conference</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/jim-henry-to-lead-chorus-of-music-educators-at-nafmes-major-annual-conference</guid>
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            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/jim-henry-to-lead-chorus-of-music-educators-at-nafmes-major-annual-conference">Read More</a>]]>
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        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Fri, 26 Aug 2016 19:58:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Stay Informed With These Resources</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/stay-informed-with-these-resources</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/stay-informed-with-these-resources</guid>
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        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Thu, 04 Aug 2016 20:51:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>You can help spread Barbershop in France!</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/you-can-help-spread-barbershop-in-france</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/you-can-help-spread-barbershop-in-france</guid>
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            <![CDATA[ <a href="https://www.barbershop.org/you-can-help-spread-barbershop-in-france">Read More</a>]]>
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        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Fri, 29 Apr 2016 00:34:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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        <title>Crossroads to receive prestigious STAND for MUSIC award from NAfME</title>
        <link>https://www.barbershop.org/crossroads-to-receive-prestigious-stand-for-music-award-from-nafme</link>
        <guid>https://www.barbershop.org/crossroads-to-receive-prestigious-stand-for-music-award-from-nafme</guid>
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        <author>BHS Admin</author>
        <dc:date>Thu, 28 Apr 2016 17:17:00 -0500</dc:date>
        <dc:creator>Barbershop Harmony Society</dc:creator>
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