Why did women organize to sing barbershop harmony?
It was inevitable! For many years people believed that barbershop harmony was best suited to men’s voices. Not so! Barbershop harmony is interesting, poignantly sweet and versatile, with colorful and fascinating costuming and theatrical possibilities. What do members do? Each member belongs to a chorus. The chorus is the workshop where members receive training in barbershop harmony while experiencing the joy of singing. Groups of four singers, one from each voice part, may voluntarily form quartets. Each chorus enriches its community. A chorus provides an outlet for community service for its members. Choruses perform at civic events and charitable functions, present shows and promote harmony among women. The Sweet Adelines International Organization offers education and certification in choral directing, music arranging, judging and teaching while providing opportunities to develop administrative and leadership skills. Through the Young Women in Harmony Program, Sweet Adeline members s
