OUR SEARCH IS ON FOR A NEW DIRECTOR!
HELP US CHART OUR NEW COURSE!
We are the Grand Traverse Show Chorus – a name we chose in 2012 to reflect our love of sharing the joy of Barbershop-style singing with others in our community!
We are women dedicated to harmonizing our voices. As Barbershop singers, we strive to “ring chords” as much as possible. We support each other and like to have fun. We also aim to improve our singing skills and achieve excellence in our hobby.
Our weekly rehearsal efforts are aimed not only at perfecting songs that we perform in our community, but also towards improving our skills in order to enhance our performance on the competition stage.
The regional competitions for Sweet Adelines International (SAI) are held each spring. Border Lakes Region 2 is unique in SAI due to it spanning an international border. The region includes about half of Michigan and half of Ontario, Canada. Competitions are usually held in the Detroit area, so we travel annually to enjoy performances by and party with our sisters in song from across the state and the province!
In the most recent 10 competitions, our stage presence varied from 18 to 35 singers, with a median of 29 singers onstage and a median score of 560 (grade level B; described in the judging category handbook as “good”).
Our score qualified us to compete at the international level TWICE in those 10 years! We accepted the invitation to compete at the Harmony Classic competition which is part of the SAI International Convention and Competition in 2017 and in 2020 (which was delayed until 2022). What a thrill it was for us to share our joy with our sisters in song from all over the world!
Our Director Search:
We are looking for a director who will partner with us to reach our goals:
· Increase the number of performances in our community.
· Gain membership – which often happens as a result of being seen performing (Bonus!)
· Set, and help members adhere to, a certain level of member accountability.
· Continue to improve and hone our singing skills in the Barbershop style.
We would like someone who:
· Has a musical background and if they aren’t already familiar with Barbershop singing, be willing to learn about it.
· Will be able to create a plan to support the musical growth of the chapter and its individual singers.
· Has good communication and leadership skills.
· Is willing to work with the current administrative members to achieve the chorus members’ stated goals.
· Understands and can work with adult learners and volunteers.
If you want more information, please contact tracyhaver@gmail.com. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have!
MORE INFO ABOUT US! (we can't get enough, you obviously can't either! lol)
The Grand Traverse Show Chorus was chartered in 1954. The purpose of the Chorus is to provide an avenue for musical performance and education for women, and to promote and perpetuate the barbershop style of music. The chorus is one of about 22 in Region 2 of Sweet Adelines International, the largest international organization for women singing barbershop music. We are currently a Division A (small size) chorus; choruses in this division contain 12-30 singers. Our members have ranged in age from 17 to over 80!
Annual shows and regional competitions are a big part of chorus life. We have performed Christmas shows, and such themed shows as "Saturday Night at the Movies", "Mars & Venus", "AHA Moments", and the "TC Idol Contest" which drew quite a large audience and showcased some of the area's best young singers! Summer 2020 we had the huge honor of being the opening act for the world famous "Foreigner" band at our local Interlochen Center for the Arts! What a thrill that was! |
Past performances.
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Since 1998, the chorus has consistently placed in the Top 3 of the Small Chorus "A" Division and top 5 overall in our Region. In 2016, the chorus took home the 1st place Small Chorus Gold Medal and placed 2nd overall among the 15 choruses competing in Region 2. This qualified us for the Harmony Classic Division A Competition in Las Vegas in 2017 where we placed as 4th in the world! We were fortunate enough to qualify again in 2019 for the same 2022 competition in Phoenix AZ and brought home a 4th place medal again! We are so proud and thrilled!
Come join the fun! It's a Different Girl's Night Out!
Being a chorus member is a fun and challenging experience. Each member has the opportunity to grow artistically and personally. There are opportunities for growth in vocal skills and musicianship, as well as various leadership and service opportunities within the organization. Costumes, theatre production, choreography, publicity, and administration are just a few areas where members find both challenges and rewarding experiences.
The Grand Traverse Show Chorus is a musical organization, providing an opportunity
for women to sing and to learn more about music in general, with focus on a cappella styles and techniques in particular. We are also a charitable organization. Members support a music scholarship program, The Young Singer's Foundation. Over the years, the chorus has supported (with both in-kind and cash donations) local breast cancer support groups, The Salvation Army, the Traverse City Public Schools music programs, and local nursing homes, food banks, and hospitals.
Come and sing with us!
The Grand Traverse Show Chorus is a musical organization, providing an opportunity
for women to sing and to learn more about music in general, with focus on a cappella styles and techniques in particular. We are also a charitable organization. Members support a music scholarship program, The Young Singer's Foundation. Over the years, the chorus has supported (with both in-kind and cash donations) local breast cancer support groups, The Salvation Army, the Traverse City Public Schools music programs, and local nursing homes, food banks, and hospitals.
Come and sing with us!