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Welcome to Kansas City
Welcome to the Sweet Adelines International 2024 Convention and Competition — a week filled with education, entertainment, and excitement. Kansas City is set to shine even brighter as we take the stage this week!
Renowned for its rich history and vibrant character, Kansas City is known by many nicknames: the City of Fountains, the Barbecue Capital of the World, Paris on the Plains, and the Cradle of Jazz. The city also has a significant place in barbershop history. In 1938, O.C. Cash and Rupert Hall found themselves stranded at the Muehlebach Hotel during a snowstorm. While reminiscing about the golden days of barbershop harmony, they decided to meet again in Tulsa to establish a men’s quartet singing club. This marked the inception of the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barber Shop Quartet Singing in America. A plaque at the Muehlebach commemorates the historic meeting of Cash and Hall.
Edna Mae Anderson formed Sweet Adelines just a few years later, offering women the opportunity to experience the joy of singing barbershop tunes. We owe a debt of gratitude to these early barbershop enthusiasts for preserving our cherished barbershop art form.
Convention week offers an opportunity to be inspired each day. From breathtaking performances on the competition stage to hands-on learning with our esteemed champions and faculty, there’s something for everyone.
Kansas City will be alive with harmony this week both musical and personal. Our shared love for barbershop harmony brings together old friends and new faces. Every note, every laugh, every moment builds the kind of harmony that extends far beyond the stage. Enjoy every minute!
In harmony,
Mary Rhea International President
Honor a member, director, leader, or any Sweet Adeline who has made an impact on your life.
COMING MARCH 2025!
Media Policy
Photography, video, or recordings of any kind is strictly prohibited during all competition sessions, except by authorized Sweet Adelines staff and contracted vendors.
NOTICE OF FILMING & PHOTOGRAPHY
When you enter a Sweet Adelines International event or program, you enter an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. By entering the event premises, you consent to interview(s), photography, audio recording, video recording and its/their release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction to be used for news, webcasts, promotional purposes, telecasts, advertising, inclusion on websites, social media, or any other purpose by Sweet Adelines and its affiliates and representatives. Images, photos, and/or videos may be used to promote similar Sweet Adelines events in the future, highlight the event, and exhibit the capabilities of Sweet Adelines. You release Sweet Adelines, its officers and employees, and each and all persons involved from any liability connected with the taking, recording, digitizing, or publication and use of interviews, photographs, computer images, video, and/or sound recordings. By entering the event premises, you waive all rights you may have to any claims for payment or royalties in connection with any use, exhibition, streaming, webcasting, televising, or other publication of these materials, regardless of the purpose or sponsoring of such use, exhibiting, broadcasting, webcasting, or other
Monday, Oct. 28 2–7 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 29 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 30 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 31 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 1 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 2 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
Harmony Bazaar
KCCC • Municipal Exhibition Hall
In between competition sessions, rehearsals, and reunions, visit Harmony Bazaar to shop a curated selection of merchandise from independent vendors as well as Sweet Adelines International Sales.
Credit Card Payments Only!
Harmony Bazaar Hours
Beads N More
Color Street
Experience Columbus Gold Medal Ideas, Inc.
Grouper
Heartland Market
Lady Jayne Ltd.
Vendors
Lavenders Blue My Sister Sings LLC Pearls with Purpose SeneGence
Só Dan a Dancewear
The Coronet Club
Ultimate Creations Infinite Aloe Unique Fashions
Schedule of Events
WHEN YOU SEE THIS ICON, THE DENOTED EVENT IS BEING BROADCAST LIVE ONLINE AT WWW.SWEETADSWEBCAST.COM.
All times, events, and locations are subject to change.
All times are in CDT • *Doors open 1 hour prior to start time. KCCC • Kansas City Convention Center
General Seating
All competition sessions are general seating, with the exception of VIP seating (honored from Wednesday through Saturday).
Be sure to arrive early to claim your seats for the day! Seats cannot be saved overnight. Items left in the competition hall at the end of each contest day will be taken to Lost and Found at the HQ Desk.
VIP Seating
VIP seating will be honored from Wednesday, Oct. 30 (Quartet Semifinals) through Saturday, November 2 (Chorus Finals). Harmony Classic (Tuesday, October 29) will be general seating for all, with no VIP seating.
Monday, Oct. 28
Quartet Coaching Under Glass 9 a.m.–11:30 a.m. KCCC, 2204 & 2205 Personal Vocal Instruction Under Glass 9 a.m.–11:30 a.m. KCCC, 2206 Monday Funday 9 a.m.–12 p.m. 1:30-3 p.m. KCCC, 1501 A KCCC, 2505
Quartet Coaching Under Glass Noon–2:30 p.m. KCCC, 2204 & 2205
Personal Vocal Instruction Under Glass Noon–2:30 p.m. KCCC, 2206 Tag Singing Noon–3 p.m. KCCC, 2203
RMT Networking Session 1:30–4:30 p.m. KCCC (By Invitation Only)
Harmony Bazaar 2–7 p.m. KCCC, Municipal Exhibition Hall
Registration/Will Call/HQ 2–7 p.m. KCCC, Municipal Exhibition Hall
Riser Rehearsals 2:30 pm-Midnight KCCC, 2502, 2504, & 2505
Harmony Classic Briefing 3–4 p.m. KCCC, 2503 A
Coronet Club Crown Reveal 3:15–4 p.m. KCCC, Municipal Exhibition Hall
Tuesday, Oct. 29
Wednesday, Oct. 30
Audience Reminders
• Photography, audio, video, or live streaming is prohibited during all competition sessions.
• Please turn off cell phone and watch alarms, so they will not sound while contestants are on stage.
• Smoking, e-cigs, and vaporizers are prohibited in convention and competition venues.
• Please be aware no one may enter or exit the competition seating area while contestants are on stage.
• Firearms and weapons are prohibited at all Sweet Adelines event locations.
Schedule of Events
All times are in CDT • *Doors open 1 hour prior to start time. KCCC • Kansas City Convention Center All times, events, and locations are subject to change.
Nov. 1
Only
Saturday, Nov. 2
Event Time Location
Chorus Music Education Class 9–10:30 a.m. KCCC, 2505 Harmony Bazaar 9 a.m.–2 p.m. KCCC, Municipal Exhibition Hall
Registration/Will Call/HQ 9
p.m. KCCC, Municipal Exhibition Hall
Chorus Finals* 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. KCCC, Municipal Arena
Donor Suite 2 p.m.–Announcement of Winners By Invitation Only
Coronet Clubhouse 9:30 p.m.–Midnight KCCC
Food
and
Beverage Offerings
at the Kansas City Convention Center (KCCC)
Municipal Auditorium • Exhibit Hall, lower level Municipal Arena • Concourse, main level
Breakfast:
Muffins, Cinnamon Rolls, Yogurt Parfaits, Coffee, Hot Tea
Lunch:
Salads, Sandwiches, Chicken Tenders, Chili, Fruit
Dinner: Burgers, Chicken Tenders
Philly Cheesesteak, Salads
• A Variety of Beverages
• Vegetarian Options
• And Much More...
Tuesday, October 29
8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. 3:30–8 p.m.
Wednesday, October 30
9 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
2:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Thursday, October 31
9 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
2:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Friday, November 1
9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 2 9:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Seating available in the Exhibit Hall
No food or drink, with the exception of water, is allowed inside the competition arena.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Education Classes
Monday, Oct. 28
Monday Funday
9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Attendees will start the morning off with an ice-breaker/mixer activity before warming up their bodies, minds, and voices. Vocal coaching and section rehearsals will take place before lunch. In the afternoon, convention chorus rehearsals begin to be a part of the accompaniment on the international stage following Chorus Semifinals.
• 9 a.m. • Socializing
Physical Warm-ups with Anna-Lisa Glad
Vocal Warm-ups with Alyson Chaney
• 10:30–10:45 • Break
• 10:45 a.m.-Noon • Section Rehearsals & Duets • Kim Wonders (bass), Corinna Garriock (tenor), Lori Lyford (lead), and Anne Downton (baritone)
• Noon–1:30 p.m. • Lunch Break (on your own)
• 1:30–3 p.m. • Mental Prep: Performance Meditation with Nicholas Winterrowd
Chorus Rehearsal & Coaching • Lori Lyford & Betty Clipman Songs: "Come On And SING!" & "The Voice Of Harmony"
Tag Room Noon–3 p.m. • LoveNotes Quartet
Drop in and learn a tag with LoveNotes! This class is an open session for anyone who wants to explore singing another voice part, sing tags with the queens, or make some new Sweet Adeline friends while ringing chords. Stay for a few minutes or a few hours.
PVIs Under Glass
Session 1: 9 a.m.–11:30 a.m. • Patty Cobb Baker
Session 2: Noon–2:30 p.m. • Peggy Gram
Registered attendees are welcome to observe one-on-one mini PVI sessions as coaches identify vocal strengths and opportunities for improvements.
Quartet Coaching Under Glass
Session 1: 9 a.m.–11:30 a.m. • Betty Clipman & Karen Breidert
Session 2: Noon–2:30 p.m. • Nicky Salt & Renée Porzel
Registered attendees are welcome to observe one-on-one mini quartet coaching sessions as coaches identify vocal strengths and opportunities for improvements.
Regional Management Team Networking Session (by invitation only.)
Three hour position-specific networking session.
DEI Workshop (by appointment only.)
The Chorus Toolkit Subcommittee, under the Education Direction Committee (EDC) is offering workshops throughout the Convention to help your team discover resources specific to your chorus or region’s DEI journey.
Tuesday, Oct. 29
Polishing Your Arrangements:
Vertically, Horizontally, and Creatively
9–10 a.m. • Kay Bromert
This class will be focused on helping you learn to create arrangements that simultaneously enhance the song's message and showcase the strengths of singers.
Beginner ACP Testing
10–11 a.m. • Kay Bromert
Building Harmony:
Strengthening Relationships Through Inclusive Dialogue
9–11 a.m. • Sweet Adelines DEI Council
Join the DEI Council for an enlightening workshop on cultivating a Culture of Belonging through powerful conversations. Discover the art of fostering understanding, support, and mutual respect within the Sweet Adelines community via impactful dialogues. In a Culture of Belonging, everyone feels valued, heard, and supported. To build this culture, we must engage in open and honest dialogue, embracing our diverse life experiences, perspectives, and needs. This highly interactive workshop will equip you with essential skills, tools, and techniques to initiate and participate in productive conversations that nurture inclusivity. Experience a hands-on learning environment where you can explore, experiment, and grow alongside fellow Sweet Adelines members. Together, let’s create a Culture of Belonging that empowers us all to flourish.
Friday, Nov. 1
Enhancing Quartet Performance Through Effective Communication
9–10:30 a.m. • The Ladies
Join 2023 International Champion Quartet, The Ladies, as they discuss the power of open communication and interpersonal relationships within a quartet and the expansive impact on rehearsal process and performance.
Saturday, Nov. 2
THE imPOSSIBLE DREAM
9–10:30 a.m. • Lions Gate Chorus
2024 International Champions, Lions Gate Chorus, invites all dreamers, performers, and enthusiasts alike to join them for a morning of inspiration and insight. Discover their motivation and secrets for connecting with audiences through musical, vocal, and performance mastery, creative entertainment packages, mental preparation and connected energy. If your goal is to score more points, move your audience, or reach your peak performance, through their expertise and experience, Lions Gate promises to guide you on a journey where no dream is unreachable, no mission impossible. Join them and learn how to turn your aspirations into reality.
International Judging Panel
Quartet Judging Panel
Panel Chair
Paula Davis
Panel Secretaries
Pattee Bender, Kelli Hinton
Sound Music
Beth Smith, Kim Vaughn
Expression
Leah Beverly, Marcia Pinvidic
Corinna Garriock, Cydney Wentsel
Visual Communication
Sandi Wright, Barbara A. Nielsen
Resource Judge Page
Joan Boutilier
Connie Light
Chorus and Harmony Classic Judging Panel
Panel Chair
Marcia Pinvidic
Panel Secretaries
Pattee Bender, Kelli Hinton
Sound Music
Joan Boutilier, Valerie Taylor
Expression
Paula Davis, Annette Wallace
Sharon Carlson, Jana Gutenson
Visual Communication
Lisa Greenough, Diane Porsch
Resource Judge Page
Beth Smith
Connie Light
Trial Scorers
Sound Visual Communication
Sarah Netherton
Jennifer Williams
Webcast Schedule
Harmony Classic • Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024
Cammi MacKinlay (Anchor) 5–10:30 p.m. CDT
Kim Wonders (Anchor)
Quartet Semifinals • Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024
Jenny Harris (Anchor)
Nicky Salt (Correspondent)
Jenny Harris (Anchor)
Kim Newcomb (Correspondent)
First Session • 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m. CDT
Second Session • 4–10 p.m. CDT
Chorus Semifinals • Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024
JD Crowe (Anchor)
Lori Dreyer (Correspondent)
JD Crowe (Anchor)
Nikki Blackmer (Correspondent)
First Session • 10 a.m.–2:45 p.m. CDT
Second Session • 4–9 p.m. CDT
Quartet Finals • Friday, Nov. 1, 2024
Jenny Harris (Anchor) 11:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. CDT
Caitlin Castelino (Correspondent)
Chorus Finals • Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024
JD Crowe (Anchor) 11:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. CDT
Sharon Cartwright (Correspondent)
Welcome • 5–5:20 p.m.
Presented by: International President Mary Rhea
Harmony Classic • 5:20-10:30 p.m.
(All seating is General Admission/Open Seating)
Introduction: Janell Mason
Emcee: Sharon Cartwright
Mic-Testers: Wichita Chorus
The following list was compiled from information provided on official entry forms for the 2024 International Competition.
Division A
1. Carolina Style, #14 Conover, NC, USA
Jean Danaher & Julia Twitty, Directors
2. Sound of Sunshine, #9 Orlando, FL, USA
Gayle Burton, Director
3. Merrimack Valley, #1 Wilmington, MA, USA
Sally Jeffery & Carol Smolenski, Directors
1. Alba Show, #32
Stockholm, SE
Åsa Bergh Fagerström, Director
2. Midwest Crossroad, #3 Joliet, IL, USA
Tori Hicks, Director
3. A Cappella Joy, #13 Bellevue, WA, USA
Nikki Blackmer, Director
4. Greater Auckland, #35 Auckland, NZ
Jocosa Bruce, Director
5. OC Sound, #21
Mission Viejo, CA, USA
Bonnie McKibben, Director
Division AA
4. Bridges of Harmony, #9 Jacksonville, FL, USA
Kim Higdon, Director
5. Endeavour Harmony, #34
Sydney, AUS
Lea Baker & Karen Ramirez, Directors
Tuesday • October 29, 2024
Harmony Classic Division A Awards Presentation
Presenters:
Brindabella Chorus • Glenda Lloyd, Avril Hughes, with various attendees
5th Place:
4th Place:
3rd Place:
2nd Place:
2025 Harmony Classic Division A Champion Chorus:
5th Place: 4th Place:
3rd Place:
2nd Place:
Harmony Classic Division AA Awards Presentation
Presenters:
Melodeers Chorus • Renée Porzel, Beth Bosak, with Melodeers members
2025 Harmony Classic Division AA Champion Chorus:
Closing Songs
It’s the Music That Brings Us Together – Page 42
Directed by Renée Porzel, Melodeers, #3
How We Sang Today – Page 36
Directed by the 2025 Division A and Division AA Champion Chorus Directors
Locations are those of the quartet contact. Date indicates year in which the quartet last won its regional contest. “W” indicates the quartet was a Wildcard in that year. Wednesday • October 30,
Quartet Semifinals
First Session • 10 a.m.–2:45 p.m.
Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: Mary Duncan
Mic-Testers: LoveNotes! Quartet
The following list was compiled from information provided on official entry forms for the 2024 International Competition. Personnel are listed in order: tenor, lead, baritone, bass.
Personal
photos or videos are strictly prohibited
For the safety of our competitors and the greater enjoyment of our audience members, personal photos, videos, and livestreaming are strictly prohibited inside the competition venue. As in years past, Sweet Adelines International Headquarters staff and contracted personnel will be taking photographs, video, and/or other digital media of attendees throughout the convention in designated areas. See pg. 5 for more details on video, recording, and photography policies.
1. Alchemy, #19
Alexandra, VA, USA, 2024
Katie Knorr (t), Valley Forge
Jennifer Kuethe (l), Harbor City Music Company
Kate Mannherz (bt), Harbor City Music Company
Amanda Clements (bs), Harbor City Music Company
2. Gusto!, #12
Manteca, CA, USA, 2023
Dana Entrikin (t), Oregon Coast
Stephanie Beard (l), Oregon Coast
Martha Segura (bt), Oregon Coast
Susan Smith (bs), Oregon Coast
3. Yellow Brick Road, #15
Pennington, NJ, USA, 2024
Diane Duff (t), Chapter-at-Large, #15
Heidi Wilson (l), Liberty Oak
Patty Danner (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #15
Shayna Atkinson (bs), Liberty Oak
4. Equilibrium, #12
Eugene, OR, USA, 2024
Merry Herbst (t), Emerald Valley
Ginna Kayser (l), Emerald Valley
Melissa Kahn (bt), Emerald Valley
Lauren Kahn (bs), Emerald Valley
5. Radiant, #9
North Port, FL, USA, 2024
Abbie Owens (t), Toast of Tampa Show
Hannah Paschal (l), Toast of Tampa Show
Emma Paschal (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #9
Katie Vincent (bs), Toast of Tampa Show
6. Wildfire!, #25
The Colony, TX, USA, 2024
Rachel Radcliff (t), Chapter-at-Large, #25
Erin Goeke (l), Rich-Tone
Jennifer Foster (bt), OK City
Jen Le Claire (bs), Rich-Tone
7. Journey, #5
Olathe, KS, USA, 2024
Michelle Hunget (t), Kansas City
Susan Ives (l), Topeka Acappella Unlimited
Janice Wood (bt), Topeka Acappella Unlimited
Stacie Masur (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #5
8. Rhapsody, #13
Covington, WA, USA, 2024
Rachel Pack (t), Jet Cities
Julie Hagstrom (l), Song of Seattle
Anna Chamberlain (bt), Jet Cities
Connie Alward (bs), Grand Olympics
9. Fire & Ice, #35
Hamilton, Waikato, NZ, 2024
Jane Martin (t), Chapter-at-Large, #35
Catriona Hay (l), Christchurch City
Jane Esera (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #35
Henrietta Hunkin-Tagaloa (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #35
10. Glisten, #26
Georgetown, ONT, CAN, 2024
Jenna Kellas (t), North Metro
Lindsay Giovos (l), Rhythm of the Rockies
Lisa Hunszinger (bt), Alberta Northern Lights
Sarah Pelton (bs), North Metro
11. LiveWire, #12
Cupertino, CA, USA, W
Christine Jacobs (t), Mission Valley
Karen Fish (l), Diablo Vista
Margaret Leggett (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #12
Lysanda Lee (bs), Mission Valley
12. Rosegold Four, #15
Merrick, NY, USA, W
Meredith Glemboski (t), Greater Nassau
Vera Crouse (l), Greater Richmond
Harriette Walters (bt), Greater Nassau
Deborah Keretz (bs), Lehigh Valley
13. Spice, #6
Brooklyn Park, MN, USA, 2024
Angela Blackwood (t), City of Lakes
Heidi Dick (l), City of Lakes
Liz Miller (bt), City of Lakes
Jan Rick (bs), City of Lakes
14. Firestorm, #14
Virginia Beach, VA, USA, 2024
Jean Roberts (t), Chapter-at-Large, #14
Bettina McDougal (l), Virginia Coast
Debra Rasnick (bt), Virginia Coast
Kris Costa (bs), Greater Richmond
15. Epitones, #32
Tyresö, SE, 2024
Hedvig Rosendahl (t), Stockholm City Voices
Magdalena Hansols (l), Chapter-at-Large, #32
Annie Ekman (bt), Stockholm City Voices
Karin Bjernesten(bs), Stockholm City Voices
16. Kindred, #8
Aurora, CO, USA, W
Christine Weaver (t), Skyline
Robin Mickle (l), Skyline
Dawn Hewitt (bt), Skyline
Kim Andrews (bs), Skyline
17. Vida Loca, #31
Nottingham, UK, 2024
Rachel Thomas (t), Lace City
Melanie King (l), Lace City
Helen Abbott (bt), Lace City
Eleanor Blackeby (bs), Lace City
18. PHX, #21
Apache Junction, AZ, USA, 2024
Mary Slade-Branham (t), Scottsdale
Katherine Blodgett (l), Scottsdale
Jacqueline Fernandez (bt), Scottsdale
Sarah Slade-Branham (bs), Scottsdale
19. Lucille, #17
Burbank, CA, USA, 2023
Erin Cardin (t), Scottsdale
Jennifer Recker (l), Chapter-at-Large, #17
Emily O’Brien (bt), Harborlites
Loren Vaughn (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #15
20. Duly Noted, #9
Spring Hill, FL, USA, 2022, WITHDRAWN
Raegan Stauffer (t), Toast of Tampa
Madison Riviere (l), Chapter-at-Large, #9
KaleyAnna Raabe (bt), Toast of Tampa
Emily Ellsworth (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #9
21. Phoenix Rising, #1
Griswold, CT, USA, 2024
Terri Javery (t), Coastline Show
Vanessa LaRochelle (l), Millennium Magic
Sally Jeffery (bt), Merrimack Valley
Cathi Moore (bs), Millennium Magic
22. Nothin’ But Treble, #8
Sandy, UT, USA, W
Heleena Herrington (t), Velvet Hills
Mindy Butler (l), Velvet Hills
Ashlee Olson (bt), Velvet Hills
Stephanie Osmond (bs), Velvet Hills
23. Clever Girl, #25
Cedar Park, TX, USA, 2023
Neyla Pekarek (t), Velvet Hills
Ashley Wright Tabares (l), Chapter-at-Large, #4
Holly Janda (bt), Rich-Tone
Taylor Daniels (bs), Metro Nashville
BREAK
Quartet Semifinals Second Session • 4–10
Introduction: Janell Mason
24. Bubbly, #9
Bradenton, FL, USA, W
Dana Dunlevy (t), Toast of Tampa
Carol Beckmann (l), Toast of Tampa
Lana Owens (bt), Toast of Tampa
Gari Brindle (bs), Toast of Tampa
25. Fortuity, #31
St. Austell, Cornwall, UK, WITHDRAWN
Veryan Zimber (t), Chapter-at-Large, #31
Gemma Fox (l) Lace City
Sarah Netherton (bt) Chapter-at-Large, #31
Sophie Hasson (bs) Chapter-at-Large, #31
26. Presto!, #14
Madison, TN, USA, 2022
Lindsay Patrick (t), Song of Atlanta
Jennifer Cooke (l), Scenic City
Kathe Schellman (bt), Song of Atlanta
Kris Wheaton (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #4
27. VOCE, #1
Agawam, MA, USA, 2019
Deanna Sargent (t), Millennium Magic
Cheryl Brusket (l), Chapter-at-Large, #1
Angie Kunasek (bt), Millennium Magic
Beth Paul (bs), Millennium Magic
28. Troubadour, #11
Redondo Beach, CA, USA, 2024
Marlee Delia Honton (t), Santa Monica
Linda Borg (l), Chapter-at-Large, #11
Carolyn Yoshida (bt), Santa Monica
Leah Tanzy-Roberts (bs), Santa Monica
29. Saving Grace, #10
San Antonio, TX, USA, 2024
Elise Zufall (t), Chapter-at-Large, #12
Kelly Leary (l), Chapter-at-Large, #10
Kieley Simonsen Morales (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #10
Marisa Garza (bs), Alamo Metro
p.m.
Emcee: Melynnie Williams
30. Girl Talk, #2
Haslett, MI, USA, 2024
Staci Slamka (t), Motor City Blend
Holli Houtz (l), Motor City Blend
Kathryn Summers (bt), Motor City Blend
Kendra LaPointe (bs), Motor City Blend
31. Last Minute, #31
Courbevoie, FR, W
Martina Gierse (t), No Borders Show
Krista Moller (l), No Borders Show
Katy Taylor (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #31
Anne-Miek De Nijs (bs), No Borders Show
32. Firefly, #16
East Amherst, NY, USA, 2024
Rachel Beach (t), North Metro
Susann McKinley (l), North Metro
Aileen Carney (bt), Canadian Showtime
Sharon Demy (bs), North Metro
33. Daybreak, #17
Allison Park, PA, USA, 2024
Nancy Conway (t), Chapter-at-Large, #17
Sara Clevenger (l), Greater Harmony
Margie Manuel (bt), Greater Harmony
Allison Hengelsberg (bs), Greater Harmony
34. Dynasty, #9
Rydal, GA, USA, 2023
Sarah Clay Lindvall (t), Toast of Tampa
Debbie Cleveland (l), Spirit of the Gulf
Michaela Slamka-Johnston (bt),
Song of Atlanta
Jenny Cutlip (bs), Chapter-at-Large, #9
35. Illuminate, #15
Saratoga Springs, NY, USA, W
Rebecca King (t), Merrimack Valley
Alicia Caron (l), Spirit of Syracuse
Jennifer Hunter (bt), Saratoga Soundtrack
Cherie LaDuke (bs), Coastline Show
35 Minutes
36. Shenanigans, #11
Meridianville, AL, USA, W
Nicki Agner (t), Antelope Valley Showcase
Missy Elam (l), Song of Atlanta
Liz Sloan (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #11
Merideth Frehner (bs), Harborlites
37. Alouette, #34
Harris Park, AUS, W
Diane Jenkins (t), Circular Keys
Vicki Dwyer (l), Circular Keys
Kaitlyn Dwyer (bt), Circular Keys
Crystal Forbes (bs), Circular Keys
38. All Fired Up, #19
Enola, PA, USA, 2019
Nancy Cloeter (t), Harbor City Music Company
Alicia Carter (l), Chapter-at-Large, #19
Dawn Adams (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #19
Kim Elger-Griffin (bs), Spirit of the Gulf
39. PRISM, #3
Beach Park, IL, USA, 2024
Cindy Ahlgrim (t), Melodeers
Jenelle Lambert (l), Melodeers
Janet Masters (bt), Choral-Aires
Debbie Lee (bs), Choral-Aires
40. Last Call, #8
Centennial, CO, USA, 2024
Lizzie Loomis (t), Skyline
Becky Maybury (l), Skyline
Lily Radack (bt), Chapter-at-Large, #8
Laura Barnick (bs), Skyline
41. Skylark, #34
Nicholls, AUS, 2024
Joanne Oosterhoff (t), A Cappella West
Avril Hughes (l), Brindabella
Kirsten Richardson (bt), A Cappella West
Glenda Lloyd (bs), Brindabella
42. Sirens, #9
Wesley Chapel, FL, USA, 2023
Gina Baker (t), Spirit of the Gulf
Angie Love-Callahan (l), Spirit of the Gulf
Deanna Kastler (bt), Spirit of the Gulf
Joanie Jacques (bs), Spirit of the Gulf
43. Lipstick Scoundrels, #4
Miamisburg, OH, USA, 2024
Nancy Appel (t), Scioto Valley
Christine Pirot (l), Diamond Jubilee
Christie Scheiderich (bt), Scioto Valley
Jennifer Davis (bs), Diamond Jubilee
44. Tenacious, #4
Powell, OH, USA, 2016
Shannon Lange (t), Greater Cleveland
Chelsea Selvaggio (l), Greater Cleveland
Tracy Marcarello (bt), Scioto Valley
Karen Johns (bs), Gem City
45. First Class, #5
Louisburg, KS, USA, 2022
Wendy Pool (t), Vocal Standard
Stacy Schumacher (l), Vocal Standard
Kristin Drummond (bt), Vocal Standard
Maria Christian (bs), Song of the Lakes
46. Endeavour, #4
Columbus, OH, USA, WITHDRAWN
Amanda Kaufmann (t), Scioto Valley
Laura Kitchel (l), Chapter-at-Large, #4
Amy Leacock (bt), Scioto Valley
Sandra Vance (bs), Scioto Valley
47. PrimeTime, #13
Burlington, WA, USA, 2022
Sylvia Posso (t), Song of Seattle
Katy Hawley (l), Song of Seattle
Patti Burklund (bt), Song of Seattle
Sonja Mejlaender (bs), Song of Seattle
15 Minutes
Special Performances:
2024 Rising Star Champion Quartet, Radiant 2024 Diamond Division Champion Quartet, Bubbly
International Novice Quartet Award
This award recognizes the highest-scoring quartet in the International Semifinals in which two or more members have never before competed in the Semifinals and no member of the quartet is a previous International Quartet Champion. The quartet must also achieve a minimum score of 960 points. The 1967 International Quartet Champions, Hurricane Honeys, sponsor the award presented to each member of the winning quartet.
International Novice Quartet Award Recipient:
Announcement of Quartet Finalists
Fill in the Order of Appearance below.
Come On And Sing – Page 38
Directed by Erin Howden, North Metro Chorus, #16
Chorus Semifinals
First Session • 10 a.m.-2:45 p.m.
Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: Krista Moller
Mic-Testers: Highest-scoring chorus from 2024 Harmony Classic contest
The following list was compiled from information provided on official entry forms for the 2024 International Competition. “W” indicates the chorus qualified to compete in 2024 as a Wildcard.
1. San Diego, #21
San Diego, CA, USA., W
Kathleen Hansen, Director
2. Pride of Portland, #13
Portland, OR, USA
Drew Osterhout, Director
3. Christchurch City, #35 Christchurch, NZ
Virginia Humphrey-Taylor, Director
4. Snowflake Singers, #32
Umeå, SE
Kristina Lejon, Director
5. Greater Harrisburg, #19 Harrisburg, PA, USA
Claire Domenick, Director
6. Velvet Hills, #8
Colorado Springs, CO, USA., W
Darin Drown, Director
7. Greater Harmony, #17 Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Michael Hengelsberg, Director
8. Westcoast Harmony, #26
Vancouver, BC, CAN
Anne Downton, Director
35 Minutes
9. Motor City Blend, #2
Detroit, MI, USA
LeAnn Hazlett & Kendra LaPointe, Directors
10. Pacific Empire, #12
Petaluma, CA, USA
Patty Pennycook, Director
11. River Blenders, #5
Chesterfield, MO, USA
Dave Carlisle, Director
12. Skyline, #8
Denver, CO, USA
Vickie Maybury, Director
13. Harborlites, #21
Huntington Beach, CA, USA
Pam Pieson, Director
14. Farmington Valley, #1
Simsbury, CT, USA
Cheryl Wilcox, Director
15. Melodeers, #3
Wheeling, IL, USA
Renée Porzel, Director
16. Kansas City, #5
Kansas City, MO, USA., W
Michelle Hunget & Susan Ives, Directors
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Thursday • October 31, 2024
Second Session • 4:15-9
p.m.
Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: Lea Baker
17. The Woodlands Show, #10
The Woodlands, TX, USA
Betty Clipman, Director
18. North Metro, #16 Toronto, ONT, CAN
Erin Howden, Director
19. Santa Monica, #11 Santa Monica, CA, USA
Laura Pallas, Director
20. Aberdeen, #31 Aberdeen, UK., W
Sophie Radcliffe, Director
21. Spirit of the Gulf, #9 Ft. Myers, FL, USA
Karen Breidert & Deanna Kastler, Directors
22. Pride of Kentucky, #4 Louisville, KY, USA., W
Debbie Hite & Betty Lou Coleman, Directors
23. Lace City, #31 Nottingham, UK
Ellie Blackeby, Director
24. Talk of Tulsa Show, #25 Tulsa, OK, USA
Frank Friedemann, Director
25. Song of Atlanta, #14 Roswell, GA, USA
Becki Hine, Director
26. Spirit of Syracuse, #15 Syracuse, NY, USA
Sky Harris & Alicia Caron, Directors
27. Metro Nashville, #4 Nashville, TN, USA
Kim Wonders, Director
28. City of Lakes, #6 Minneapolis, MN, USA
Scott Kvigne, Director
29. Liberty Oak, #15 Freehold, NJ, USA., W
Katie Blackwood, Director
30. York Harmony, #16 Sharon, ONT, CAN., W
Martha DeClerq, Director
31. Vienna-Falls, #14 Fairfax, VA, USA., W
Claire Gardiner, Director
32. Top of the Rock, #25 Little Rock, AR, USA., W
Kelly Causey, Director
In 2001, the Ann Gooch Award was created in recognition of Ann’s lifelong dedication to Sweet Adelines International and the advancement of barbershop education around the world. The award continues to be given annually to non-North American members who have contributed significantly to the furtherance of barbershop in the worldwide arena. This award is made possible by the generous philanthropic support of our donors. 35 Minutes 15 Minutes
Swan Song Performance
2024 International Champion Lions Gate Chorus
Directed by Sandy Marron • Vancouver, B.C., #26
2024 Ann Gooch Award
Presenter: International President Mary Rhea and Ann Gooch
Recipient: Debra Griffiths, Bathurst Panorama Chorus, #34
Thursday • October 31, 2024
2024 Sweet Adelines Music Educator Award
Presenter: International President Mary Rhea Recipient: Pamela Grubb, Chapter-at-Large, #34
In September 2022, the International Board of Directors approved the Sweet Adelines International Music Educator Award to include eligible members globally regardless of any educator association membership. The award celebrates the achievements of music educators who have embodied our Guiding Principles of musical excellence, culture of belonging, diversity & inclusion, personal empowerment and leadership, and outreach by using their expertise to promote barbershop-style singing in their schools.
Harmony Achievement Award
Presenters: Rob Mance, Lori Carrender, Vocal Standard Chorus
Harmony Achievement Award Recipient:
Announcement
of Chorus Finalists
Fill in the Order of Appearance below.
by Lori Lyford, Director,
Chorus, #21
Friday • November 1, 2024
Quartet Finals • 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: International President Mary Rhea
Mic-Testers: 11th place quartet from the 2024 International Quartet Competition
Quartet Performances
Special Presentation
A Lifetime of Sweet Adelines, Mary Rhea
Swan Song Performance
2024 International Champion Quartet, Lady A Cappella
2024 International Quartet Competition Awards Presentation
Most Entertaining Award:
10th Place:
9th Place:
8th Place:
7th Place:
6th Place:
5th Place:
4th Place:
3rd Place:
2nd Place:
1st Place:
medals and certificates presented by Cori Albrecht and Bon Pressley
medals and certificates presented by Melynnie Williams and Bonnie Fedyski
medals and certificates presented by Deb Peters and Janell Lind
medals and certificates presented by LoveNotes Quartet
medals and certificates presented by Sounds of Music and Showtime Quartets
medals and certificates presented by Lustre Quartet
medals and certificates presented by, ClassRing and Speed of Sound Quartets
medals and certificates presented by Viva! and Zing! Quartets
medals and certificates presented by The Ladies Quartet
medals and certificates presented by Lady A Cappella Quartet
Crown Presenters
2024 International Champion Quartet Lady A Cappella
Coronet Club Champion Quartet Trophies
Presenter: Coronet Club President Nancy Cloeter
Flowers
Presenter: International President Mary Rhea
The Joni Bescos Trophy
Awarded by the Coronet Club
Presenter: Coronet Club President Nancy Cloeter
Each year, the Coronet Club presents a traveling trophy to the new champion quartet. The current trophy is named in memory of Joni Bescos, recipient of Sweet Adelines International’s second President’s Lifetime Achievement Award (1999). A Master Arranger, Joni has hundreds of arrangements to her credit and was instrumental in developing educational tools for arrangers. In February of 2009, Sweet Adelines International lost an icon. Joni was a tenor of 4 for the Show quartet, 1984 International champion quartet, a member of the International Judging Program, certified in three categories, and served as a chorus director.
Closing Song
The Winners’ Song – Page 40
Directed by Joan Boutilier
Chorus
Finals
• 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Introduction: Janell Mason Emcee: International President Mary Rhea
Mic-Testers: 11th Place Chorus from 2024 International Chorus Semifinals
Chorus Performances
50- and 60-Year Member Awards
Class of 2024
Recognition By: International President Mary Rhea (See list of members on pages 30-31)
Lifetime Achievement Award
Presenter: International President Mary Rhea
Recipient: Renée Porzel, Melodeers Chorus, #3
Special Presentation
Lifetime of Sweet Adelines, Mary Rhea
Saturday • November 2, 2024
50- and 60-Year Member Awards Class
of 2024
Recognition By: International President Mary Rhea
50-YEAR MEMBER AWARDS
Jeanne Aldridge
Central Coast Harmony Chapter, #11
Peggy Barnard
Cincinnati Sound Chapter, #4
Sally Beck
Cranberry Shores Chapter, #1
Marilyn Block
Chapter-at-Large, #15
Heather Bolduc
Sounds of Superior Chapter, #6
Barbara Bondar
Evergreen Chapter, #15
Barbara Braxten
Boston Skyline Chapter, #1
Sheryl Brunner
Windsong Chapter, #8
Lucienne Byrne
Harmony Celebration Chapter, #15
Melva Carter
Pride of Kentucky Chapter, #4
Sharon Chadsey
Harborlites Chapter, #21
Carol Christopher
Tulsa Metro Sound Chapter, #25
Clare Cooper
Chinook Winds Show Chapter, #26
Jeannette Corrigan
Sacramento Valley Chapter, #12
Geraldine Dawe
Chinook Winds Show Chapter, #26
Lois Dennis
Buffalo Gateway Chapter, #17
Milana Dennis
Top of the Rock Chapter, #25
Peggy DiSunno
Long Island Sound Chapter, #15
Thea DiSunno
Long Island Sound Chapter, #15
Marguerite Durland
Potomac Harmony Chapter, #14
Joyce Engel
Columbia River Chapter, #13
Christine Ferguson
Royal River Chapter, #1
Jean Flinn
Greater Cleveland Chapter, #17
Ronna Fly
Rich-Tone Chapter, #25
Lu Fox
Sounds of The Valley Chapter, #12
Margaret Freyvogel
Altoona Chapter, #19
Maureen Gagnon
Coastline Show Chapter, #1
Sharon Galbraith
Greater Harrisburg Chapter, #19
Nancy Geiger
Sounds of Pittsburgh Chapter, #17
Barbara Godwin
Melodeers Chapter, #3
Melanie Graham
Five Valley Chapter, #13
Cathie Grant
Vienna-Falls Chapter, #14
Joan Grootwassink
City of Lakes Chapter, #6
Dorothy Harrison
Border Lakes, #2
Nancy Hayden
Zumbro Valley Chapter, #6
Martha Hendry
Chapter-at-Large, #13
Connie Hill
Indi-Anna Chapter, #17
Debbie Hite
Pride of Kentucky Chapter, #4
Christine Huebschen
Member-at-Large
Candace Johnson
Five Valley Chapter, #13
Barbara Kelly
Harbor City Music Company Chapter, #19
Linda Kelsey
Member-at-Large
Tina Knipp
River Blenders Chapter, #5
Betty Jo Kraus
Chapter-at-Large, #13
Judy La Bor
Song of Atlanta Chapter, #14
Pamela Leibow
Member-at-Large
Carol Leonard
Altoona Chapter, #19
Bernice Lysiak-Hannan
Chapter-at-Large, #9
Vickie Maybury
Skyline Chapter, #8
Ruth McAllister
ChannelAire Chapter, #11
Faye McLanahan
Sound of Sunshine Chapter, #9
Connie Milestone
Spirit of the Gulf Chapter, #9
Joey Minshall
Westcoast Harmony Chapter, #26
Susan O'Brien
City of Lakes Chapter, #6
Jeannie Paik
Member-at-Large
Eva Patten
Choral-Aires Chapter, #3
Christine Perry
Fenton Lakes Chapter, #2
Karen Pritchard-Choy
Member-at-Large
Marsha Ray
Member-at-Large
Patricia Reigel
Riverport Chapter, #3
Diana Riley
San Diego Chorus Chapter, #21
Elizabeth Rupert
Upper Chesapeake Chapter, #19
Mary Sue Ryan
Pride of Kentucky Chapter, #4
Ginny Saucier
Saturday • November 2, 2024
Sound of New England Chapter, #1
Carolyn Schmidt
Hickory Tree Chapter, #15
Sue Schneider
Harmony on the Sound Chapter, #1
Elfi Schreyer
Evergreen Chapter, #15
Lynn Schuldt
Midwest Harmony, #3
Carol Schumacher
Kansas City Chapter, #5
Diane Sherley
Gainesville Harmony Show Chapter, #9
Mary Lee Shoback
Velvet Hills Chapter, #8
Cynthia Shook
Queen Charlotte Chapter, #14
Candy Skedel
Midwest Crossroad Chapter, #3
Carol Slater
Fairbanks Frontier Chapter, #13
Jean Smith
River Bend Chapter, #17
Lynne Smith
Harborlites Chapter, #21
Melody Squires
Spirit of the Gulf Chapter, #9
Holly St. John
Chapter-at-Large, #9
Judith Stallknecht
Houston Horizon Chapter, #10
Natalie Stephenson
Palo Duro Metro Chapter, #25
Bonnie Strauss
River Lights Chapter, #12
Arline Stull
Sounds of The Valley Chapter, #12
Joy Summers
Member-at-Large
Alison Tkach
Chapter-at-Large, #26
Peg Towns
Mission Valley Chapter, #12
Julia Twitty
Carolina Style Chapter, #14
Linda Uram
Member-at-Large
60-YEAR MEMBER AWARDS
Sharon Beaver
City of Lakes Chapter, #6
Joan Eckert
Member-at-Large
Linda Fausey
Columbus Chapter, #4
Vicki Gibson
Member-at-Large
Donna Graham
Chapter-at-Large, #25
Darlene Haag
Sacramento Valley Chapter, #12
Carol Hooper
Riverport Chapter, #3
Penny Johnson
Chapter-at-Large, #3
Carol Lees
Greater Cleveland Chapter, #17
Suzy Lobaugh
Chapter-at-Large, #4
70-YEAR
Gail Miernicki
Dale Maglia
Member-at-Large
Syrl Mandel
Member-at-Large
Susan McBride
Jet Cities Chapter, #13
Wanda Morrow
Chapter-at-Large, #11
Jane Perrin
Velvet Hills Chapter, #8
Priscilla Schoelzel
Chapter-at-Large, #1
Jan Seales
Pride of Kentucky Chapter, #4
Donna Smith
Capital City Chapter, #4
Jean Smith*
Chinook Winds Show Chapter, #26
Lynn Smith
Member-at-Large
MEMBER AWARDS
Janice Saundry
Kim Vaughn
San Diego Chorus Chapter, #21
Jeannie Vercillo
Verdugo Hills Chapter, #11
Betty Jean Vermue
Chapter-at-Large, #16
Linda Vetter
Lehigh Valley Chapter, #19
Renee Walsh
Heart of Maryland Chapter, #19
Deborah Warwick
Chapter-at-Large, #1
Cydney Wentsel
Harbor City Music Company Chapter, #19
Suzanne White
City of Lakes Chapter, #6
June Wyne
Indi-Anna Chapter, #17
Mary Jo Zgonc
City of Lakes Chapter, #6
Babs Zielke
Scenic City Chapter, #4
Jan Streiff
Chapter-at-Large, #12
Lucille Summy
Harmony Central Chapter, #5
Patricia Teorey
Chapter-at-Large, #6
Pat Vozza
Member-at-Large
Helen Walz-Gutowski
Motor City Blend Chapter, #2
Carolyn Ward
Chapter-at-Large, #6
Judith Wilmot
Island Grove Chapter, #1
Beryl Wilson
Member-at-Large
Betty Wiseman
Toast of Champaign Chapter, #3
*deceased
Central Coast Harmony Chapter, #11
Member-at-Large
2025 Columbus Promo
World Harmony Chorus
Directed by Jo Oosterhoff
Special Performance
2025 International Champion Quartet
2024 International Chorus Competition Awards Presentation
Most Entertaining Award:
10th Place:
9th Place:
8th Place:
medals and certificates presented by Vocal Standard Chorus, Rob Mance Director, Lori Carrender
medals and certificates presented by OK City Chorus, Susan Gertson President and Donna Smith
medals and certificates presented by Diablo Vista Chorus, Caitlin Castelino Director and Mary Heil
7th Place:
medals and certificates presented by Scioto Valley Chorus, Kerry Denino Director and Gretchen Holloway
6th Place:
medals and certificates presented by Forth Valley Chorus, Elaine Hamilton
5th Place:
medals and certificates presented by Toast of Tampa Show Chorus, Tony DeRosa, Director and Karen Koslow
4th Place:
medals and certificates presented by Rönninge Show Chorus, Anna-Lena Rickardsson, Assistant Director and Eva Ragnå, President
3rd Place:
Saturday • November 2,
medals and certificates presented by Harbor City Music Company Chorus, Michael Gellert Director and Stephanie Everett President
2nd Place:
medals and certificates presented by Scottsdale Chorus, Lori Lyford Director and Jodi Oakley
1st Place:
medals and certificates presented by Lions Gate Chorus, Sandy Marron Director and Shannon Harris President
International Chorus Trophy
Presenter: International President Mary Rhea
The first International Champion Chorus trophy was retired in 1995. It was designed by the Balfour Company and represents Sweet Adelines International’s continuing efforts to harmonize the world. The traveling trophy, 1973-1995, was first presented to the Racine (Wisconsin) Chorus, directed by Jarmela Speta. It is now at International Headquarters. Currently a new trophy is presented each year and is retained by the winning chorus.
Special Performance
2025 International Champion Chorus
Closing Songs
The Winners’ Song – Page 40
Directed by Sandy Marron
Come On And Sing – Page 38
Directed by Molly Huffman
How We Sang Today – Page 36
Directed by 2025 International Champion Chorus Director
The Voice Of Harmony
Words by Renee Craig and Dick Floersheimer Music and Arrangement by Renee Craig Revised by Joey Minshall, April 2019
TheVoiceofHarmony
WordsbyReneeCraig &DickFloersheimer
tobeperformed'adlib',inbarbershopstyle
Copyright2019SweetAdelinesInternational
Music&Arrangement byReneeCraig
Revised by Joey Minshall, April 2019
Come On And Sing
Words and Music by June Dale and Erin Howden Arrangement by June Dale
Words &Music by June Dale & Erin Howden
Arranged by June Dale
The Winners’ Song
Words, Music and Arrangement by Mary Ann Wydra
It's The Music That Brings Us Together
From the Composer/Arranger
This song was written shortly after “shelter-in-place” for COVID-19 started. As with many barbershop ensembles, my chorus had just started virtual rehearsals and it was inspiring to see how many barbershoppers still wanted to find ways to rehearse, learn more, talk about music, and most importantly, stay connected to all of our barbershop friends. It’s easy for me to get emotional about the impact barbershop has had on my life, but with the craziness of everyday life, we don’t always get a lot of opportunities to remember WHY barbershop is so important in our lives. Sharing a song or a great tag with friends is one thing that made us all go nuts for barbershop in the first place. Even when we're not able to sing together, it's incredibly inspiring and helps us remember WHY when so many still do so much to virtually get together with the friends that make music so meaningful to all of us.
Performance Notes
1) This key (F) should work well for female barbershop ensembles, but feel free to pitch it up or down if that better fits your particular ensemble’s vocal strengths. This arrangement is also available in A b (TTBB for female voices) and C (SATB for mixed voices).
2) There are optional notes shown in measures 17 (bass), 18 (bari), and 20 (bass). These work just fine, and may be considerations for your ensemble depending upon the voices and the key you choose.
3) The song starts with a simple message: “it’s the music that brings us together,” and continues to tell the story of what music means to us. From sweet melodies to grand harmonies, music is the emotional fire that fuels our souls. Music is passion, music helps us through good times and bad times, and when our troubles might be especially great, music is there to help ease the burden. The message starts simply, grows more emotional, passionate, and grand, and then comes back to the simple thought that “it’s the music that brings us together” . . . but it’s the friends we share music with that matter the most and that make each day special.
Special thanks to track producers Tony De Rosa and Michaela Johnston for donating their time and talents to create learning tracks for this arrangement. All three versions are available free of charge at shop.barbershop.org and you can also find the TTBB and SATB at www.advocals.com (Tony) and the SSAA at www.officialjohnstonmusic.com (Michaela).
Memorial Wall
Honor the memory of a loved one through Memorial Giving. Your gift is a lasting tribute to the joy that barbershop singing brought to their life. Sweet Adelines International is deeply grateful not only to the singers who choose our organization for their musical home but also to their families and friends who supported and shared in their musical journey.
To find out how to give a memorial gift in the name of a Sweet Adeline, SA family member, or friend visit, www.SweetAdelines.com/Give
or email Becky Duncan, Assistant Director of Philanthropy at becky@sweetadelines.com.
