Chordial Invitation - The Kelowna Chapter
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Chordial Invitation is the Kelowna, British Columbia Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society
We hold rehearsals and auditions every Monday evening at 7:00 PM and you are chordially invited to pay us a visit any and every Monday evening.
We hold rehearsals and auditions every Monday evening at 7:00 PM and you are chordially invited to pay us a visit any and every Monday evening.
If you enjoy singing and would like to experience the joy of ringing chords in the unique close knit accapella harmony that characterizes the barbershop style, this is for you. Learn about our hobby, our chapter and the society. You are chordially invited to join us for an evening of fun, fellowship and song.
We have moved. As of Monday, February 4, 2008 the Chorus, Chordial Invitation will meet at the Birch Ave. Church located at 2410 Ethel St. (at the corner of Birch Ave.) in Kelowna.
"The Kelowna Chapter, Chordial Invitation continues its renewal process" says Pete Kerr, President of the Kelowna Chapter. "Even though we have been in existence since 1972, Chordial Invitation is likely still one of the best kept secret in town, but that is changing. We have strengthened our commitment to the society's vision of building a better world through singing".
We continue with our Partner in Caring initiative that helps specific organizations help children. We want to contribute to meeting their special needs and the very special needs of their clients.
We are also proud to be home base for Late Harvest; the senior quartet champions from the spring 2005 division contest.
Based on the audience response to our November 2005 show Barbershop and Brass - a time to remember, the chorus joined forces with A Day Late and a Dollar Short, the Okangan Music Association's 2006 Bluegrass Band of the Year to present a follow-up performance on Sunday May 27, 2007. The show entitled Barbershop and Bluegrass - turn your radio on, combined the close knit accapella harmony characteristic of the barbershop style with hand clapping, toe tapping bluegrass tunes.
Barrie Clarke acted as our "radio host" and as he said, "This is Barrie Clark coming to you live and on location from the Mary Irwin Theatre. I’ll be your host for this very special broadcast entitled Barbershop and Bluegrass. We have an exciting show lined up for you today. We’ll do some reminiscing, spin a tale or two and hear some good old fashioned harmony… so please turn your radio on". To the audience's delight, Late Harvest also added their distinctive style to the performance.
Also, one "listener" wrote in to say "I hope you will put it on again next year, and I'll make sure I bring more friends to see it and listen to the wonderful songs. The idea of bringing in the Bluegrass band was fabulous. First the Barbershop, then the Bluegrass, and then the two together - couldn't be better!"
The next in our series is entitled Barbershop and Beauty - a celebration of harmony and is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, November 1, 2008 at the Kelowna Community Theatre. Stay tuned for updates as they become available.
Proceeds from events like these are used to further our "Partner in Caring" initiatives.
We have moved. As of Monday, February 4, 2008 the Chorus, Chordial Invitation will meet at the Birch Ave. Church located at 2410 Ethel St. (at the corner of Birch Ave.) in Kelowna.
"The Kelowna Chapter, Chordial Invitation continues its renewal process" says Pete Kerr, President of the Kelowna Chapter. "Even though we have been in existence since 1972, Chordial Invitation is likely still one of the best kept secret in town, but that is changing. We have strengthened our commitment to the society's vision of building a better world through singing".
We continue with our Partner in Caring initiative that helps specific organizations help children. We want to contribute to meeting their special needs and the very special needs of their clients.We are also proud to be home base for Late Harvest; the senior quartet champions from the spring 2005 division contest.
Based on the audience response to our November 2005 show Barbershop and Brass - a time to remember, the chorus joined forces with A Day Late and a Dollar Short, the Okangan Music Association's 2006 Bluegrass Band of the Year to present a follow-up performance on Sunday May 27, 2007. The show entitled Barbershop and Bluegrass - turn your radio on, combined the close knit accapella harmony characteristic of the barbershop style with hand clapping, toe tapping bluegrass tunes.
Barrie Clarke acted as our "radio host" and as he said, "This is Barrie Clark coming to you live and on location from the Mary Irwin Theatre. I’ll be your host for this very special broadcast entitled Barbershop and Bluegrass. We have an exciting show lined up for you today. We’ll do some reminiscing, spin a tale or two and hear some good old fashioned harmony… so please turn your radio on". To the audience's delight, Late Harvest also added their distinctive style to the performance.
Also, one "listener" wrote in to say "I hope you will put it on again next year, and I'll make sure I bring more friends to see it and listen to the wonderful songs. The idea of bringing in the Bluegrass band was fabulous. First the Barbershop, then the Bluegrass, and then the two together - couldn't be better!"
The next in our series is entitled Barbershop and Beauty - a celebration of harmony and is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, November 1, 2008 at the Kelowna Community Theatre. Stay tuned for updates as they become available.
Proceeds from events like these are used to further our "Partner in Caring" initiatives.
Ladies
If you have been reading this, it's okay. Send your hubby, boyfriend or soul mate to our Monday evening rehearsal; you'll be glad you did as music is one of the most relaxing and invigorating activities a person can do. Our members come from all walks of life and ringing chords with a group of friends, who's only common bond is this hobby, is something really special.
Contact Us
Pete Kerr, President (250) 860-3279
Ted Bajer, V.P. Membership (250) 764-7624
Guy Bird, V.P. Chapter Development (250) 707-3475
E-mail us at gdbird@telus.net
Chordial Invitation's neighbouring chapter The Timbretones is based in Vernon, BC.
This site is kindly hosted by the Evergreen District of the Barbershop Harmony Society.
Visit the Barbershop Harmony Society (SPEBSQSA) Web Site.
Ted Bajer, V.P. Membership (250) 764-7624
Guy Bird, V.P. Chapter Development (250) 707-3475
E-mail us at gdbird@telus.net
Chordial Invitation's neighbouring chapter The Timbretones is based in Vernon, BC.
This site is kindly hosted by the Evergreen District of the Barbershop Harmony Society.
Visit the Barbershop Harmony Society (SPEBSQSA) Web Site.