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 at 7:00 PM every Tuesday evening and YOU are Chordially Invited to pay us a visit.
We hold rehearsals and auditions at 7:00 PM every Tuesday evening and YOU are Chordially Invited to pay us a visit.
If you enjoy singing, want to hone your singing skills and would like to experience the joy of ringing chords in the unique close knit accapella style that characterizes barbershop harmony, this is definitely for you. Learn about our hobby, our chapter and the society. Join us for an evening of fun, fellowship and song. Although we tend to sing "The Old Songs", the one's with a solid melody upon which to build the chords, our society's membership does include a growing number of young talented singers.
Chordial Invitation rehearses at the Birch Avenue Church located at 2410 Ethel Street (at the corner of Birch Avenue) in Kelowna.
"The Kelowna Chapter, Chordial Invitation has embarked on another revitalization process" says Gord Fuller, President of the Kelowna Chapter. "Even though we have been in existence since 1972, Chordial Invitation remains as one of the best kept secret in town, but that is slowly changing. We have strengthened our commitment to the society's vision of building a better world through singing".
We will be renewing our Partner in Caring initiative to help a specific charitable organization meet its goals and objectives. We want to contribute to meeting their special needs and the very special needs of their clients. We will also continue our regular outreach program of performing at seniors residential complexes to bring some joy and music into their lives.
We are also proud to be home base for Late Harvest; the senior quartet champions from the spring 2008 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.
One "listener" wrote in to say "I hope you will put it on again next year. 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!"
On May 16, 2009 at the Kelowna Community Theatre, Chordial Invitation and the Kelowna City Band joined forces once again to present Barbershop and Brass - young and foolish again. Special guests included Tanya Bakala and the Mission City Dance Centre, the Kelowna Stage Band and our own Late Harvest quartet. The concert featured a potpourri of instrumental and vocal music and dance.
Proceeds from events like these are used to further our "Partner in Caring" initiatives.
Chordial Invitation rehearses at the Birch Avenue Church located at 2410 Ethel Street (at the corner of Birch Avenue) in Kelowna."The Kelowna Chapter, Chordial Invitation has embarked on another revitalization process" says Gord Fuller, President of the Kelowna Chapter. "Even though we have been in existence since 1972, Chordial Invitation remains as one of the best kept secret in town, but that is slowly changing. We have strengthened our commitment to the society's vision of building a better world through singing".
We will be renewing our Partner in Caring initiative to help a specific charitable organization meet its goals and objectives. We want to contribute to meeting their special needs and the very special needs of their clients. We will also continue our regular outreach program of performing at seniors residential complexes to bring some joy and music into their lives.
We are also proud to be home base for Late Harvest; the senior quartet champions from the spring 2008 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.
One "listener" wrote in to say "I hope you will put it on again next year. 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!"
On May 16, 2009 at the Kelowna Community Theatre, Chordial Invitation and the Kelowna City Band joined forces once again to present Barbershop and Brass - young and foolish again. Special guests included Tanya Bakala and the Mission City Dance Centre, the Kelowna Stage Band and our own Late Harvest quartet. The concert featured a potpourri of instrumental and vocal music and dance.
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 Tuesday evening rehearsal; you'll be glad you did. Singing 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 extra special.
Contact Us
Gord Fuller, President (250) 768- 7354 or
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. Web Site.
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. Web Site.