I too would like a copy - it was one of the best articles I have seen
about Harmony - congrats to Diane and whomever was helping her!
Jane Risley
ScotianAires


Carol Spradling Bruce wrote:
>
>
> Great coverage, Diane!
>
> If anyone would like a pdf of the actual article for their scrapbook, I
> happened to pick up a Sunday paper at the hotel yesterday. It has a
> beautiful picture of Harmony Heritage and solo headshots of two of the
> ladies from Capital Chordettes.
>
> Carol
>
> Carol Spradling Bruce
> Champlain Echoes
>
> On Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 8:16 AM, Rosemary <r_kelly@...
> <mailto:r_kelly%40cox.net>> wrote:
>
> > Thanks to Diane for all of her hard work in getting the word out.
> >
> > Rosemary Kelly
> > Harmony Heritage
> > Celebrating Harmony, Inc 50th Anniversary 1959-2009
> > "What A Dream Can Do"
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: take4_99
> > To: harmonyconnection@yahoogroups.com
> <mailto:harmonyconnection%40yahoogroups.com>
> > Sent: Sunday, November 15, 2009 8:43 PM
> > Subject: [HC] Providence Journal Convention Covention Coverage
> >
> >
> >
> > The local RI newspaper, Providence Journal, gave Harmony, Inc. some
> pretty
> > decent convention coverage this past weekend. A photographer was in
> > attendance at the Parade of Champions on Thursday evening and there is a
> > video available online at www.projo.com/videos - scroll down until
> you see
> > barbershop singers.
> >
> > There was also an article in the Sunday print edition from a
> reporter who
> > visiited during the chorus convention on Saturday. This can be viewed at
> >
> >
> http://www.projo.com/news/content/HARMONY_11-15-09_UNGF27M_v7.353e19e.html
> <http://www.projo.com/news/content/HARMONY_11-15-09_UNGF27M_v7.353e19e.html>
> >
> > You may have to sign up (free) in order to view.
> >
> > I'm not sure how long either the video or the print article will be
> > available so I'd suggest you give it a look as soon as possible.
> >
> > However, thanks to Rosemary Kelly of Harmony Heritage, I'm posting the
> > complete print article below.
> >
> > Thank you so much to everyone who played a part in the filming and
> > interview process especially U4X who I know had a very long day on
> Thursday
> > and were extremely helpful in explaining Harmony, Inc. and
> barbershop to a
> > non-barbershop reporter. I think we did find a new fan!
> >
> > Regards,
> >
> > Diane Zanetti
> > Public Relations Coordinator
> > Bass, Take 4
> >
> > Providence Journal
> > Barbershop singing groups compete in Providence
> > 01:00 AM EST on Sunday, November 15, 2009
> > By Barbara Polichetti
> >
> > Journal Staff Writer
> >
> > On the fifth floor of the Rhode Island Convention Center - high above a
> > soggy sidewalk crowd waiting for admission to a beer festival - the
> lilting
> > sound of melodic humming floated down the hallways and fallen sequins
> > sparkled on the carpet.
> > Women in glittering costumes whisked to and fro as choral groups from
> > across the United States and Canada prepared to test their mastery
> of an a
> > cappella music style that originated in the early 1900s with the
> advent of
> > barbershop quartets.
> > More than 2,000 contestants from about 80 different groups dedicated to
> > the four-part harmony style known as barbershop singing converged on
> > Providence for a four-day event that culminated Saturday with the
> > competition of the chorus groups.
> > The event, which started midweek with workshops and competitions for
> > quartets, is the premier annual competition for Harmony Inc., a women's
> > singing organization dedicated to preserving the art of barbershop
> music.
> > "Over the years, women across the United States and Canada have
> shared the
> > joy of barbershop singing," Jan Delvecchio, president of Harmony
> Inc. said
> > in a statement. "Singing with Harmony Inc. has given our members the
> > opportunity to share their love of music with the community and
> friends."
> > While it is critical that the group's four-part harmony arrangements
> > remain true to barbershop style, there was a lot about the
> competition that
> > was a long way from men in blazers and straw skimmers singing "Sweet
> > Adeline."
> > For one thing, most of the groups competing in the 2009 international
> > competition opted for a lot of pizzazz in their outfits. Glitter,
> sequins
> > and crystals abounded in custom-made costumes. The Capital Chordettes of
> > Ottawa, Ontario, even added a flapper theme with beaded wraps and shiny
> > headbands topped with red ostrich feathers
> > The groups varied in size from two dozen to more than 50, and their
> > selections were as diverse as their hometowns. Some favored traditional
> > songs like "Georgia on My Mind," while other adapted more
> contemporary tunes
> > from movies and Broadway shows.
> > The key, according to Christine Hayes, director of Silk `n Sounds
> from New
> > Haven, Conn., is that the vocals be carried by the traditional
> barbershop
> > mix of tenor, lead, baritone and bass parts.
> > Hayes and Fred Kingsbury, director of Harmony Heritage from the
> > Pawtucket-Attleboro area, said that one feature that makes barbershop
> > singing unique compared to other choral music is that the melody is not
> > carried on the high notes by the tenors, but is carried by the lead
> singers
> > who are in the middle of the musical register.
> > "It's unique because there is harmony above the melody coming from the
> > tenors," said Harmony Heritage member Barbara-Ann McIntosh. "That's
> one of
> > the things that make the barbershop sound so recognizable."
> > Another component that is particularly important in barbershop singing
> > competitions is the ability to deliver a song with style. In some cases
> > Saturday that meant dance steps, theatrical gestures or, in one
> instance,
> > the donning of clown noses, in the middle of a song.
> > "Our job is to take the song from the sheet music and carry that message
> > to the audience," said Kingsbury.
> > In the warm-up room, the groups practiced their moves, their pitch and
> > also took time for deep breathing, group hugs and sometimes a simple
> prayer.
> > "Don't let it bother you that there's a rock band below us,"
> Kingsbury said
> > shortly before his singers took the stage a couple of floors above the
> > sounds of the beer festival. "Just be the actors you need to be for the
> > songs."
> > In addition to hoping for winning scores from the judges, each of the
> > groups were also aiming for a little musical magic that comes with
> > barbershop singing.
> > When all the voices are in perfect pitch and harmony, Hayes explained,
> > there is a ringing effect as if there were a fifth vocal part --
> sometimes
> > referred to as the overtone or the angel's voice.
> > "That's what happens when it all comes together perfectly," Hayes said.
> > "That's what gives you goose bumps
> > Rosemary Kelly
> > Harmony Heritage
> > Celebrating Harmony, Inc 50th Anniversary 1959-2009
> > "What A Dream Can Do"
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
> >
> >
> >
> > ------------------------------------
> >
> > Yahoo! Groups Links
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
>


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'Twas definitely worth it from my standpoint!  Sure, there's Facebook and
Twitter and Blue Tooth (seen a dentist about that condition??)
BUT...Harmony hugs are best given and received in person, don't you think?
Lots of warm fuzzies and good feelings are the added benefits of the annual
Harmony barbershop "fix," and we wouldn't have it any other way, eh? God
bless us, everyone!
In Harmony,
Nancy K, Foris, Recording Coordinator/Life Member
Harmony, Inc.
44 Hayuco Way
(501)922-4406
Hot Springs Village, Arkansas 71909-4601
nkfraf@...
"Harmony,Inc: 50 years of being 'in perpetuity' this year..let's celebrate
'What a Dream Cam Do!'"
[If you forward this correspondence, PLEASE delete the forwarding
history, which includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and
others who may not wish to have their email addresses sent all over the
world!  Erasing the history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses
and viruses from being propagated. Thanks]



-----Original Message-----
From: harmonyconnection@yahoogroups.com
[mailto:harmonyconnection@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of kmstone2
Sent: Monday, November 16, 2009 8:10 AM
To: harmonyconnection@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [HC] Thank you to the Harmony, Inc. Communications Team!




I would personally like to thank all the women who have done a wonderful job
this year as we develop Marketing and PR applications for Harmony, Inc. I
have been priviledged to work with these women this past year - believe me
when I say they are creative, hard-working, and mostly fun!

They are:

Carolyn Pellow - for pulling together The E-Note every month
don't forget Dorothy Webster who helped as well!

Anita Prather Harvel - IT person extraordinaire! She spent all weekend
taking pictures and posting on Facebook, Twitter, Harmony Connection so that
we could let everyone note at IC&C know what was going on. If you haven't
yet connected to Facebook or Twitter, you might want to check it out.

PS We didn't do a webcast this year because of cost. However, Anita has some
ideas to get around this for next year!

Diane Zanetti - External PR who did an amazing job getting all the PR out
for this convention anniversary. Did you see the sign at the airport? Did
you see the banners on the street? Check out the posting on the Harmony
Connection this morning about TV coverage.

Monica Kompter - Editor of The Key-Note (boy, what a huge task!) And she'll
have another big one trying to capture all of this in print form! Please
start sending her high resolution pictures you have from this weekend (YES -
HIGH RESOLUTION because if their size has to be changed, they get WEAKER and
WEAKer and WEaker, etc.) You can send your photos, along with the pertinent
information about the photo to keynote@harmonyinc.
<mailto:keynote%40harmonyinc.org> org.

I also thank and appreciate all the other women (and their support system!)
for their time and effort to get all of this done.

But wasn't it worth it?

Kathy Stone
Former Communications Administrator
Current VP Membership







[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

You said it all beautifully, Heather, It was such a great weekend and as
always everyone was so friendly and helpful. We heard some incredible choruses
and quartets, The standard is rising every year. Hugs, June


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Well what an awesome weekend! on behalf of Montreal City Voices, I would like to
thank all of the people involved with the weekend. It was fantastic, and
everything ran very smoothly. We had a great time, made new friends and sang
with whoever we could. Thank you so much!



To all of the contestants you did a great job congratulations.

For all the medalists, what an amazing group! The evening showcase was
absolutely incredible and so entertaining! Even those that were unable to sing
due to voice problems entertained us and looked great!

Our wonderful MC, Jeanne O'Connor, had us rolling in the aisles laughing, I will
watch for that body part theif, it explains so much!

The parade of champions was phenominal.

The Minor Chords touched all our Hearts and the International Chorus was
absolutely incredible! great job everyone.



Of course a special shout out to Ringtones and UniQue, congratulations ladies,
we are so proud of you!



Now it is back to work and try and come back down to earth from a real high.

Have a great day everyone and see all of you again in New Brunswick.



Heather Solomon

President, Montreal City Voices
Bass, Montreal City Voices

"Keep a song in your heart"

www.montrealcityvoices.com








To: harmonyconnection@yahoogroups.com
From: spradlingsings@...
Date: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:02:34 -0500
Subject: Re: [HC] Providence Journal Convention Covention Coverage





Great coverage, Diane!

If anyone would like a pdf of the actual article for their scrapbook, I
happened to pick up a Sunday paper at the hotel yesterday. It has a
beautiful picture of Harmony Heritage and solo headshots of two of the
ladies from Capital Chordettes.

Carol

Carol Spradling Bruce
Champlain Echoes

On Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 8:16 AM, Rosemary <r_kelly@...> wrote:

> Thanks to Diane for all of her hard work in getting the word out.
>
> Rosemary Kelly
> Harmony Heritage
> Celebrating Harmony, Inc 50th Anniversary 1959-2009
> "What A Dream Can Do"
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: take4_99
> To: harmonyconnection@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Sunday, November 15, 2009 8:43 PM
> Subject: [HC] Providence Journal Convention Covention Coverage
>
>
>
> The local RI newspaper, Providence Journal, gave Harmony, Inc. some pretty
> decent convention coverage this past weekend. A photographer was in
> attendance at the Parade of Champions on Thursday evening and there is a
> video available online at www.projo.com/videos - scroll down until you see
> barbershop singers.
>
> There was also an article in the Sunday print edition from a reporter who
> visiited during the chorus convention on Saturday. This can be viewed at
>
> http://www.projo.com/news/content/HARMONY_11-15-09_UNGF27M_v7.353e19e.html
>
> You may have to sign up (free) in order to view.
>
> I'm not sure how long either the video or the print article will be
> available so I'd suggest you give it a look as soon as possible.
>
> However, thanks to Rosemary Kelly of Harmony Heritage, I'm posting the
> complete print article below.
>
> Thank you so much to everyone who played a part in the filming and
> interview process especially U4X who I know had a very long day on Thursday
> and were extremely helpful in explaining Harmony, Inc. and barbershop to a
> non-barbershop reporter. I think we did find a new fan!
>
> Regards,
>
> Diane Zanetti
> Public Relations Coordinator
> Bass, Take 4
>
> Providence Journal
> Barbershop singing groups compete in Providence
> 01:00 AM EST on Sunday, November 15, 2009
> By Barbara Polichetti
>
> Journal Staff Writer
>
> On the fifth floor of the Rhode Island Convention Center - high above a
> soggy sidewalk crowd waiting for admission to a beer festival - the lilting
> sound of melodic humming floated down the hallways and fallen sequins
> sparkled on the carpet.
> Women in glittering costumes whisked to and fro as choral groups from
> across the United States and Canada prepared to test their mastery of an a
> cappella music style that originated in the early 1900s with the advent of
> barbershop quartets.
> More than 2,000 contestants from about 80 different groups dedicated to
> the four-part harmony style known as barbershop singing converged on
> Providence for a four-day event that culminated Saturday with the
> competition of the chorus groups.
> The event, which started midweek with workshops and competitions for
> quartets, is the premier annual competition for Harmony Inc., a women's
> singing organization dedicated to preserving the art of barbershop music.
> "Over the years, women across the United States and Canada have shared the
> joy of barbershop singing," Jan Delvecchio, president of Harmony Inc. said
> in a statement. "Singing with Harmony Inc. has given our members the
> opportunity to share their love of music with the community and friends."
> While it is critical that the group's four-part harmony arrangements
> remain true to barbershop style, there was a lot about the competition that
> was a long way from men in blazers and straw skimmers singing "Sweet
> Adeline."
> For one thing, most of the groups competing in the 2009 international
> competition opted for a lot of pizzazz in their outfits. Glitter, sequins
> and crystals abounded in custom-made costumes. The Capital Chordettes of
> Ottawa, Ontario, even added a flapper theme with beaded wraps and shiny
> headbands topped with red ostrich feathers
> The groups varied in size from two dozen to more than 50, and their
> selections were as diverse as their hometowns. Some favored traditional
> songs like "Georgia on My Mind," while other adapted more contemporary tunes
> from movies and Broadway shows.
> The key, according to Christine Hayes, director of Silk `n Sounds from New
> Haven, Conn., is that the vocals be carried by the traditional barbershop
> mix of tenor, lead, baritone and bass parts.
> Hayes and Fred Kingsbury, director of Harmony Heritage from the
> Pawtucket-Attleboro area, said that one feature that makes barbershop
> singing unique compared to other choral music is that the melody is not
> carried on the high notes by the tenors, but is carried by the lead singers
> who are in the middle of the musical register.
> "It's unique because there is harmony above the melody coming from the
> tenors," said Harmony Heritage member Barbara-Ann McIntosh. "That's one of
> the things that make the barbershop sound so recognizable."
> Another component that is particularly important in barbershop singing
> competitions is the ability to deliver a song with style. In some cases
> Saturday that meant dance steps, theatrical gestures or, in one instance,
> the donning of clown noses, in the middle of a song.
> "Our job is to take the song from the sheet music and carry that message
> to the audience," said Kingsbury.
> In the warm-up room, the groups practiced their moves, their pitch and
> also took time for deep breathing, group hugs and sometimes a simple prayer.
> "Don't let it bother you that there's a rock band below us," Kingsbury said
> shortly before his singers took the stage a couple of floors above the
> sounds of the beer festival. "Just be the actors you need to be for the
> songs."
> In addition to hoping for winning scores from the judges, each of the
> groups were also aiming for a little musical magic that comes with
> barbershop singing.
> When all the voices are in perfect pitch and harmony, Hayes explained,
> there is a ringing effect as if there were a fifth vocal part -- sometimes
> referred to as the overtone or the angel's voice.
> "That's what happens when it all comes together perfectly," Hayes said.
> "That's what gives you goose bumps
> Rosemary Kelly
> Harmony Heritage
> Celebrating Harmony, Inc 50th Anniversary 1959-2009
> "What A Dream Can Do"
>
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
>
>
> ------------------------------------
>
> Yahoo! Groups Links
>
>
>
>

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I would love a pdf of the article.

----- Original Message -----
From: "Carol Spradling Bruce" <spradlingsings@...>
To: <harmonyconnection@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Monday, November 16, 2009 11:02 AM
Subject: Re: [HC] Providence Journal Convention Covention Coverage


> Great coverage, Diane!
>
> If anyone would like a pdf of the actual article for their scrapbook, I
> happened to pick up a Sunday paper at the hotel yesterday.   It has a
> beautiful picture of Harmony Heritage and solo headshots of two of the
> ladies from Capital Chordettes.
>
> Carol
>
> Carol Spradling Bruce
> Champlain Echoes
>
>
>
> On Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 8:16 AM, Rosemary <r_kelly@...> wrote:
>
>> Thanks to Diane for all of her hard work in getting the word out.
>>
>> Rosemary Kelly
>> Harmony Heritage
>> Celebrating Harmony, Inc  50th Anniversary 1959-2009
>> "What A Dream Can Do"
>>   ----- Original Message -----
>>  From: take4_99
>>  To: harmonyconnection@yahoogroups.com
>>  Sent: Sunday, November 15, 2009 8:43 PM
>>  Subject: [HC] Providence Journal Convention Covention Coverage
>>
>>
>>
>>  The local RI newspaper, Providence Journal, gave Harmony, Inc. some
>> pretty
>> decent convention coverage this past weekend. A photographer was in
>> attendance at the Parade of Champions on Thursday evening and there is a
>> video available online at www.projo.com/videos - scroll down until you
>> see
>> barbershop singers.
>>
>>  There was also an article in the Sunday print edition from a reporter
>> who
>> visiited during the chorus convention on Saturday. This can be viewed at
>>
>> http://www.projo.com/news/content/HARMONY_11-15-09_UNGF27M_v7.353e19e.html
>>
>>  You may have to sign up (free) in order to view.
>>
>>  I'm not sure how long either the video or the print article will be
>> available so I'd suggest you give it a look as soon as possible.
>>
>>  However, thanks to Rosemary Kelly of Harmony Heritage, I'm posting the
>> complete print article below.
>>
>>  Thank you so much to everyone who played a part in the filming and
>> interview process especially U4X who I know had a very long day on
>> Thursday
>> and were extremely helpful in explaining Harmony, Inc. and barbershop to
>> a
>> non-barbershop reporter. I think we did find a new fan!
>>
>>  Regards,
>>
>>  Diane Zanetti
>>  Public Relations Coordinator
>>  Bass, Take 4
>>
>>  Providence Journal
>>  Barbershop singing groups compete in Providence
>>  01:00 AM EST on Sunday, November 15, 2009
>>  By Barbara Polichetti
>>
>>  Journal Staff Writer
>>
>>  On the fifth floor of the Rhode Island Convention Center - high above a
>> soggy sidewalk crowd waiting for admission to a beer festival - the
>> lilting
>> sound of melodic humming floated down the hallways and fallen sequins
>> sparkled on the carpet.
>>  Women in glittering costumes whisked to and fro as choral groups from
>> across the United States and Canada prepared to test their mastery of an
>> a
>> cappella music style that originated in the early 1900s with the advent
>> of
>> barbershop quartets.
>>  More than 2,000 contestants from about 80 different groups dedicated to
>> the four-part harmony style known as barbershop singing converged on
>> Providence for a four-day event that culminated Saturday with the
>> competition of the chorus groups.
>>  The event, which started midweek with workshops and competitions for
>> quartets, is the premier annual competition for Harmony Inc., a women's
>> singing organization dedicated to preserving the art of barbershop music.
>>  "Over the years, women across the United States and Canada have shared
>> the
>> joy of barbershop singing," Jan Delvecchio, president of Harmony Inc.
>> said
>> in a statement. "Singing with Harmony Inc. has given our members the
>> opportunity to share their love of music with the community and friends."
>>  While it is critical that the group's four-part harmony arrangements
>> remain true to barbershop style, there was a lot about the competition
>> that
>> was a long way from men in blazers and straw skimmers singing "Sweet
>> Adeline."
>>  For one thing, most of the groups competing in the 2009 international
>> competition opted for a lot of pizzazz in their outfits. Glitter, sequins
>> and crystals abounded in custom-made costumes. The Capital Chordettes of
>> Ottawa, Ontario, even added a flapper theme with beaded wraps and shiny
>> headbands topped with red ostrich feathers
>>  The groups varied in size from two dozen to more than 50, and their
>> selections were as diverse as their hometowns. Some favored traditional
>> songs like "Georgia on My Mind," while other adapted more contemporary
>> tunes
>> from movies and Broadway shows.
>>  The key, according to Christine Hayes, director of Silk `n Sounds from
>> New
>> Haven, Conn., is that the vocals be carried by the traditional barbershop
>> mix of tenor, lead, baritone and bass parts.
>>  Hayes and Fred Kingsbury, director of Harmony Heritage from the
>> Pawtucket-Attleboro area, said that one feature that makes barbershop
>> singing unique compared to other choral music is that the melody is not
>> carried on the high notes by the tenors, but is carried by the lead
>> singers
>> who are in the middle of the musical register.
>>  "It's unique because there is harmony above the melody coming from the
>> tenors," said Harmony Heritage member Barbara-Ann McIntosh. "That's one
>> of
>> the things that make the barbershop sound so recognizable."
>>  Another component that is particularly important in barbershop singing
>> competitions is the ability to deliver a song with style. In some cases
>> Saturday that meant dance steps, theatrical gestures or, in one instance,
>> the donning of clown noses, in the middle of a song.
>>  "Our job is to take the song from the sheet music and carry that message
>> to the audience," said Kingsbury.
>>  In the warm-up room, the groups practiced their moves, their pitch and
>> also took time for deep breathing, group hugs and sometimes a simple
>> prayer.
>> "Don't let it bother you that there's a rock band below us," Kingsbury
>> said
>> shortly before his singers took the stage a couple of floors above the
>> sounds of the beer festival. "Just be the actors you need to be for the
>> songs."
>>  In addition to hoping for winning scores from the judges, each of the
>> groups were also aiming for a little musical magic that comes with
>> barbershop singing.
>>  When all the voices are in perfect pitch and harmony, Hayes explained,
>> there is a ringing effect as if there were a fifth vocal part --
>> sometimes
>> referred to as the overtone or the angel's voice.
>>  "That's what happens when it all comes together perfectly," Hayes said.
>> "That's what gives you goose bumps
>>  Rosemary Kelly
>>  Harmony Heritage
>>  Celebrating Harmony, Inc 50th Anniversary 1959-2009
>>  "What A Dream Can Do"
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>>
>>
>>
>> ------------------------------------
>>
>> Yahoo! Groups Links
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
>
>
> ------------------------------------
>
> Yahoo! Groups Links
>
>
>

Great coverage, Diane!

If anyone would like a pdf of the actual article for their scrapbook, I
happened to pick up a Sunday paper at the hotel yesterday.   It has a
beautiful picture of Harmony Heritage and solo headshots of two of the
ladies from Capital Chordettes.

Carol

Carol Spradling Bruce
Champlain Echoes



On Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 8:16 AM, Rosemary <r_kelly@...> wrote:

> Thanks to Diane for all of her hard work in getting the word out.
>
> Rosemary Kelly
> Harmony Heritage
> Celebrating Harmony, Inc  50th Anniversary 1959-2009
> "What A Dream Can Do"
>   ----- Original Message -----
>  From: take4_99
>  To: harmonyconnection@yahoogroups.com
>  Sent: Sunday, November 15, 2009 8:43 PM
>  Subject: [HC] Providence Journal Convention Covention Coverage
>
>
>
>  The local RI newspaper, Providence Journal, gave Harmony, Inc. some pretty
> decent convention coverage this past weekend. A photographer was in
> attendance at the Parade of Champions on Thursday evening and there is a
> video available online at www.projo.com/videos - scroll down until you see
> barbershop singers.
>
>  There was also an article in the Sunday print edition from a reporter who
> visiited during the chorus convention on Saturday. This can be viewed at
>
> http://www.projo.com/news/content/HARMONY_11-15-09_UNGF27M_v7.353e19e.html
>
>  You may have to sign up (free) in order to view.
>
>  I'm not sure how long either the video or the print article will be
> available so I'd suggest you give it a look as soon as possible.
>
>  However, thanks to Rosemary Kelly of Harmony Heritage, I'm posting the
> complete print article below.
>
>  Thank you so much to everyone who played a part in the filming and
> interview process especially U4X who I know had a very long day on Thursday
> and were extremely helpful in explaining Harmony, Inc. and barbershop to a
> non-barbershop reporter. I think we did find a new fan!
>
>  Regards,
>
>  Diane Zanetti
>  Public Relations Coordinator
>  Bass, Take 4
>
>  Providence Journal
>  Barbershop singing groups compete in Providence
>  01:00 AM EST on Sunday, November 15, 2009
>  By Barbara Polichetti
>
>  Journal Staff Writer
>
>  On the fifth floor of the Rhode Island Convention Center - high above a
> soggy sidewalk crowd waiting for admission to a beer festival - the lilting
> sound of melodic humming floated down the hallways and fallen sequins
> sparkled on the carpet.
>  Women in glittering costumes whisked to and fro as choral groups from
> across the United States and Canada prepared to test their mastery of an a
> cappella music style that originated in the early 1900s with the advent of
> barbershop quartets.
>  More than 2,000 contestants from about 80 different groups dedicated to
> the four-part harmony style known as barbershop singing converged on
> Providence for a four-day event that culminated Saturday with the
> competition of the chorus groups.
>  The event, which started midweek with workshops and competitions for
> quartets, is the premier annual competition for Harmony Inc., a women's
> singing organization dedicated to preserving the art of barbershop music.
>  "Over the years, women across the United States and Canada have shared the
> joy of barbershop singing," Jan Delvecchio, president of Harmony Inc. said
> in a statement. "Singing with Harmony Inc. has given our members the
> opportunity to share their love of music with the community and friends."
>  While it is critical that the group's four-part harmony arrangements
> remain true to barbershop style, there was a lot about the competition that
> was a long way from men in blazers and straw skimmers singing "Sweet
> Adeline."
>  For one thing, most of the groups competing in the 2009 international
> competition opted for a lot of pizzazz in their outfits. Glitter, sequins
> and crystals abounded in custom-made costumes. The Capital Chordettes of
> Ottawa, Ontario, even added a flapper theme with beaded wraps and shiny
> headbands topped with red ostrich feathers
>  The groups varied in size from two dozen to more than 50, and their
> selections were as diverse as their hometowns. Some favored traditional
> songs like "Georgia on My Mind," while other adapted more contemporary tunes
> from movies and Broadway shows.
>  The key, according to Christine Hayes, director of Silk `n Sounds from New
> Haven, Conn., is that the vocals be carried by the traditional barbershop
> mix of tenor, lead, baritone and bass parts.
>  Hayes and Fred Kingsbury, director of Harmony Heritage from the
> Pawtucket-Attleboro area, said that one feature that makes barbershop
> singing unique compared to other choral music is that the melody is not
> carried on the high notes by the tenors, but is carried by the lead singers
> who are in the middle of the musical register.
>  "It's unique because there is harmony above the melody coming from the
> tenors," said Harmony Heritage member Barbara-Ann McIntosh. "That's one of
> the things that make the barbershop sound so recognizable."
>  Another component that is particularly important in barbershop singing
> competitions is the ability to deliver a song with style. In some cases
> Saturday that meant dance steps, theatrical gestures or, in one instance,
> the donning of clown noses, in the middle of a song.
>  "Our job is to take the song from the sheet music and carry that message
> to the audience," said Kingsbury.
>  In the warm-up room, the groups practiced their moves, their pitch and
> also took time for deep breathing, group hugs and sometimes a simple prayer.
> "Don't let it bother you that there's a rock band below us," Kingsbury said
> shortly before his singers took the stage a couple of floors above the
> sounds of the beer festival. "Just be the actors you need to be for the
> songs."
>  In addition to hoping for winning scores from the judges, each of the
> groups were also aiming for a little musical magic that comes with
> barbershop singing.
>  When all the voices are in perfect pitch and harmony, Hayes explained,
> there is a ringing effect as if there were a fifth vocal part -- sometimes
> referred to as the overtone or the angel's voice.
>  "That's what happens when it all comes together perfectly," Hayes said.
> "That's what gives you goose bumps
>  Rosemary Kelly
>  Harmony Heritage
>  Celebrating Harmony, Inc 50th Anniversary 1959-2009
>  "What A Dream Can Do"
>
>
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
>
>
> ------------------------------------
>
> Yahoo! Groups Links
>
>
>
>


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I put her card in my cell phone case and luckily still have it. It is
http://harmony.bestbetsphotographics.com

  She said there was no www before.  Hope this helps. Kay Bedingfield


KAY To see a world in a grain of sand And a heaven in a wildflower: Hold
infinity in the palm of your hand, And eternity in an hour. William Blake









  EMAILING FOR THE GREATER GOOD
Join me





To: harmonyconnection@yahoogroups.com
From: bbshop@...
Date: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:16:39 +0000
Subject: [HC] Photographers Website?





Can someone post a link to the photographers website here? She handed us a card
when we had our pictures done and now I can't find it!!! I can't wait to see the
candid's!!!

Thanks!
Charlene :)






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Can someone post a link to the photographers website here? She handed us a card
when we had our pictures done and now I can't find it!!! I can't wait to see the
candid's!!!

Thanks!
Charlene :)

I would personally like to thank all the women who have done a wonderful job
this year as we develop Marketing and PR applications for Harmony, Inc. I have
been priviledged to work with these women this past year - believe me when I say
they are creative, hard-working, and mostly fun!

They are:

Carolyn Pellow - for pulling together The E-Note every month
don't forget Dorothy Webster who helped as well!

Anita Prather Harvel - IT person extraordinaire! She spent all weekend taking
pictures and posting on Facebook, Twitter, Harmony Connection so that we could
let everyone note at IC&C know what was going on. If you haven't yet connected
to Facebook or Twitter, you might want to check it out.

PS We didn't do a webcast this year because of cost. However, Anita has some
ideas to get around this for next year!

Diane Zanetti - External PR who did an amazing job getting all the PR out for
this convention anniversary. Did you see the sign at the airport? Did you see
the banners on the street? Check out the posting on the Harmony Connection this
morning about TV coverage.

Monica Kompter - Editor of The Key-Note (boy, what a huge task!) And she'll have
another big one trying to capture all of this in print form! Please start
sending her high resolution pictures you have from this weekend (YES - HIGH
RESOLUTION because if their size has to be changed, they get WEAKER and WEAKer
and WEaker, etc.) You can send your photos, along with the pertinent information
about the photo to keynote@....

I also thank and appreciate all the other women (and their support system!) for
their time and effort to get all of this done.

But wasn't it worth it?

Kathy Stone
Former Communications Administrator
Current VP Membership

Thank you, Jan, for all your hard work on the Basket Raffle - it was
amazing!  I'm sure that your "beating the drum" on the Harmony Connection
for more baskets and then for ticket sales had a huge impact on the success
of this event.  Thanks also to all your volunteers.

Jan



----- Original Message -----
From: "Jan LeClair" <lonearranger@...>
To: "Harmony Connection" <harmonyconnection@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Sunday, November 15, 2009 9:29 PM
Subject: [HC] IC&C basket raffle


> Just had to get a note out right away when I got home to thank all the
> basket contributors, congratulate all the basket winners, thank the
> non-winners for their donations to Youth Outreach and to especially thank
> all the volunteers (Jane, Randy, Heather, Valinda, Kathy, Ellen, Eleanor,
> Amy, Ann-Maire, Karen, June and the giraffes) that helped me and my chorus
> sell over $4,600 worth of tickets to benefit Youth Outreach!!
>
> A BIG thanks to my chorus members, the Chair City Pipers, who were always
> at
> the Hospitality Room at their assigned times but who also came down to
> help
> out whenever they could, including Saturday night at midnight!  THANK YOU!
>
> I want to thank Barbara-Ann Macintosh for giving us the opportunity to be
> helpful at this great convention.  We met lots of great women (and men) in
> the process of receiving baskets, selling tickets  and handing out 57
> baskets to winners.  Whew!
>
> Congratulations to Showcase and The Village Vocal Chords on their fabulous
> performances.
>
> Jan
> --
> Jan LeClair
> Retired
> 182 State Road west
> Westminster, MA 01473
>
> 978-632-6888
> lonearranger@...
>
> Chair City Pipers, bass
> Corresponding Secretary
>
> Multi-Service Center, Member
> Board of Directors
>
> Gardner Community Action Committee, Member
> Board of Directors
>
> Private Consultant
> Federal TRIO Grants
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------------
>
> Yahoo! Groups Links
>
>
>

Thanks to Diane for all of her hard work in getting the word out.

Rosemary Kelly
Harmony Heritage
Celebrating Harmony, Inc  50th Anniversary 1959-2009
"What A Dream Can Do"
   ----- Original Message -----
   From: take4_99
   To: harmonyconnection@yahoogroups.com
   Sent: Sunday, November 15, 2009 8:43 PM
   Subject: [HC] Providence Journal Convention Covention Coverage



   The local RI newspaper, Providence Journal, gave Harmony, Inc. some pretty
decent convention coverage this past weekend. A photographer was in attendance
at the Parade of Champions on Thursday evening and there is a video available
online at www.projo.com/videos - scroll down until you see barbershop singers.

   There was also an article in the Sunday print edition from a reporter who
visiited during the chorus convention on Saturday. This can be viewed at
   http://www.projo.com/news/content/HARMONY_11-15-09_UNGF27M_v7.353e19e.html

   You may have to sign up (free) in order to view.

   I'm not sure how long either the video or the print article will be available
so I'd suggest you give it a look as soon as possible.

   However, thanks to Rosemary Kelly of Harmony Heritage, I'm posting the
complete print article below.

   Thank you so much to everyone who played a part in the filming and interview
process especially U4X who I know had a very long day on Thursday and were
extremely helpful in explaining Harmony, Inc. and barbershop to a non-barbershop
reporter. I think we did find a new fan!

   Regards,

   Diane Zanetti
   Public Relations Coordinator
   Bass, Take 4

   Providence Journal
   Barbershop singing groups compete in Providence
   01:00 AM EST on Sunday, November 15, 2009
   By Barbara Polichetti

   Journal Staff Writer

   On the fifth floor of the Rhode Island Convention Center - high above a soggy
sidewalk crowd waiting for admission to a beer festival - the lilting sound of
melodic humming floated down the hallways and fallen sequins sparkled on the
carpet.
   Women in glittering costumes whisked to and fro as choral groups from across
the United States and Canada prepared to test their mastery of an a cappella
music style that originated in the early 1900s with the advent of barbershop
quartets.
   More than 2,000 contestants from about 80 different groups dedicated to the
four-part harmony style known as barbershop singing converged on Providence for
a four-day event that culminated Saturday with the competition of the chorus
groups.
   The event, which started midweek with workshops and competitions for quartets,
is the premier annual competition for Harmony Inc., a women's singing
organization dedicated to preserving the art of barbershop music.
   "Over the years, women across the United States and Canada have shared the joy
of barbershop singing," Jan Delvecchio, president of Harmony Inc. said in a
statement. "Singing with Harmony Inc. has given our members the opportunity to
share their love of music with the community and friends."
   While it is critical that the group's four-part harmony arrangements remain
true to barbershop style, there was a lot about the competition that was a long
way from men in blazers and straw skimmers singing "Sweet Adeline."
   For one thing, most of the groups competing in the 2009 international
competition opted for a lot of pizzazz in their outfits. Glitter, sequins and
crystals abounded in custom-made costumes. The Capital Chordettes of Ottawa,
Ontario, even added a flapper theme with beaded wraps and shiny headbands topped
with red ostrich feathers
   The groups varied in size from two dozen to more than 50, and their selections
were as diverse as their hometowns. Some favored traditional songs like "Georgia
on My Mind," while other adapted more contemporary tunes from movies and
Broadway shows.
   The key, according to Christine Hayes, director of Silk `n Sounds from New
Haven, Conn., is that the vocals be carried by the traditional barbershop mix of
tenor, lead, baritone and bass parts.
   Hayes and Fred Kingsbury, director of Harmony Heritage from the
Pawtucket-Attleboro area, said that one feature that makes barbershop singing
unique compared to other choral music is that the melody is not carried on the
high notes by the tenors, but is carried by the lead singers who are in the
middle of the musical register.
   "It's unique because there is harmony above the melody coming from the
tenors," said Harmony Heritage member Barbara-Ann McIntosh. "That's one of the
things that make the barbershop sound so recognizable."
   Another component that is particularly important in barbershop singing
competitions is the ability to deliver a song with style. In some cases Saturday
that meant dance steps, theatrical gestures or, in one instance, the donning of
clown noses, in the middle of a song.
   "Our job is to take the song from the sheet music and carry that message to
the audience," said Kingsbury.
   In the warm-up room, the groups practiced their moves, their pitch and also
took time for deep breathing, group hugs and sometimes a simple prayer. "Don't
let it bother you that there's a rock band below us," Kingsbury said shortly
before his singers took the stage a couple of floors above the sounds of the
beer festival. "Just be the actors you need to be for the songs."
   In addition to hoping for winning scores from the judges, each of the groups
were also aiming for a little musical magic that comes with barbershop singing.
   When all the voices are in perfect pitch and harmony, Hayes explained, there
is a ringing effect as if there were a fifth vocal part -- sometimes referred to
as the overtone or the angel's voice.
   "That's what happens when it all comes together perfectly," Hayes said.
"That's what gives you goose bumps
   Rosemary Kelly
   Harmony Heritage
   Celebrating Harmony, Inc 50th Anniversary 1959-2009
   "What A Dream Can Do"





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Congratulations, Harmony!  50 years young, still vibrant and growing!

I had a WONDERFUL time in Providence, thanks to Barbara-Ann, the IC&C team, and
the hostess chapter, Harmony Heritage, but also because of your gracious
acceptance of a guy who appreciates the music you all make.  And I'm so honored
that you share that music with me, and with the rest of the world.

Congratulations to all the quartets and choruses who worked so hard to present
their best on stage, so all of us could feel your dreams.  The music was
wonderful.  Best wishes to those who came out at the top, but remember that you
are ALL winners in the eys and ears of those of us sitting out there in the
audience.

Thanks to the founding members for having their dream, and thanks to all of you
along the way, for keeping that dream alive.  As the guys say, "Music is life!" 
And the life of Harmony is your music!

Thanks, and Happy 50th!

Barily yours,

Tom Noble
(The "other half" of the "Slipper Queen")

Just had to get a note out right away when I got home to thank all the
basket contributors, congratulate all the basket winners, thank the
non-winners for their donations to Youth Outreach and to especially thank
all the volunteers (Jane, Randy, Heather, Valinda, Kathy, Ellen, Eleanor,
Amy, Ann-Maire, Karen, June and the giraffes) that helped me and my chorus
sell over $4,600 worth of tickets to benefit Youth Outreach!!

A BIG thanks to my chorus members, the Chair City Pipers, who were always at
the Hospitality Room at their assigned times but who also came down to help
out whenever they could, including Saturday night at midnight!  THANK YOU!

I want to thank Barbara-Ann Macintosh for giving us the opportunity to be
helpful at this great convention.  We met lots of great women (and men) in
the process of receiving baskets, selling tickets  and handing out 57
baskets to winners.  Whew!

Congratulations to Showcase and The Village Vocal Chords on their fabulous
performances.

Jan
--
Jan LeClair
Retired
182 State Road west
Westminster, MA 01473

978-632-6888
lonearranger@...

Chair City Pipers, bass
Corresponding Secretary

Multi-Service Center, Member
Board of Directors

Gardner Community Action Committee, Member
Board of Directors

Private Consultant
Federal TRIO Grants

The local RI newspaper, Providence Journal, gave Harmony, Inc. some pretty
decent convention coverage this past weekend.  A photographer was in attendance
at the Parade of Champions on Thursday evening and there is a video available
online at www.projo.com/videos - scroll down until you see barbershop singers.

There was also an article in the Sunday print edition from a reporter who
visiited during the chorus convention on Saturday.  This can be viewed at
http://www.projo.com/news/content/HARMONY_11-15-09_UNGF27M_v7.353e19e.html

You may have to sign up (free) in order to view.

I'm not sure how long either the video or the print article will be available so
I'd suggest you give it a look as soon as possible.

However, thanks to Rosemary Kelly of Harmony Heritage, I'm posting the complete
print article below.

Thank you so much to everyone who played a part in the filming and interview
process especially U4X who I know had a very long day on Thursday and were
extremely helpful in explaining Harmony, Inc. and barbershop to a non-barbershop
reporter.  I think we did find a new fan!

Regards,

Diane Zanetti
Public Relations Coordinator
Bass, Take 4

Providence Journal
Barbershop singing groups compete in Providence
01:00 AM EST on Sunday, November 15, 2009
By Barbara Polichetti

Journal Staff Writer

On the fifth floor of the Rhode Island Convention Center — high above a soggy
sidewalk crowd waiting for admission to a beer festival — the lilting sound of
melodic humming floated down the hallways and fallen sequins sparkled on the
carpet.
Women in glittering costumes whisked to and fro as choral groups from across the
United States and Canada prepared to test their mastery of an a cappella music
style that originated in the early 1900s with the advent of barbershop quartets.
More than 2,000 contestants from about 80 different groups dedicated to the
four-part harmony style known as barbershop singing converged on Providence for
a four-day event that culminated Saturday with the competition of the chorus
groups.
The event, which started midweek with workshops and competitions for quartets,
is the premier annual competition for Harmony Inc., a women's singing
organization dedicated to preserving the art of barbershop music.
"Over the years, women across the United States and Canada have shared the joy
of barbershop singing," Jan Delvecchio, president of Harmony Inc. said in a
statement. "Singing with Harmony Inc. has given our members the opportunity to
share their love of music with the community and friends."
While it is critical that the group's four-part harmony arrangements remain true
to barbershop style, there was a lot about the competition that was a long way
from men in blazers and straw skimmers singing "Sweet Adeline."
For one thing, most of the groups competing in the 2009 international
competition opted for a lot of pizzazz in their outfits. Glitter, sequins and
crystals abounded in custom-made costumes. The Capital Chordettes of Ottawa,
Ontario, even added a flapper theme with beaded wraps and shiny headbands topped
with red ostrich feathers
The groups varied in size from two dozen to more than 50, and their selections
were as diverse as their hometowns. Some favored traditional songs like "Georgia
on My Mind," while other adapted more contemporary tunes from movies and
Broadway shows.
The key, according to Christine Hayes, director of Silk `n Sounds from New
Haven, Conn., is that the vocals be carried by the traditional barbershop mix of
tenor, lead, baritone and bass parts.
Hayes and Fred Kingsbury, director of Harmony Heritage from the
Pawtucket-Attleboro area, said that one feature that makes barbershop singing
unique compared to other choral music is that the melody is not carried on the
high notes by the tenors, but is carried by the lead singers who are in the
middle of the musical register.
"It's unique because there is harmony above the melody coming from the tenors,"
said Harmony Heritage member Barbara-Ann McIntosh. "That's one of the things
that make the barbershop sound so recognizable."
Another component that is particularly important in barbershop singing
competitions is the ability to deliver a song with style. In some cases Saturday
that meant dance steps, theatrical gestures or, in one instance, the donning of
clown noses, in the middle of a song.
"Our job is to take the song from the sheet music and carry that message to the
audience," said Kingsbury.
In the warm-up room, the groups practiced their moves, their pitch and also took
time for deep breathing, group hugs and sometimes a simple prayer. "Don't let it
bother you that there's a rock band below us," Kingsbury said shortly before his
singers took the stage a couple of floors above the sounds of the beer festival.
"Just be the actors you need to be for the songs."
In addition to hoping for winning scores from the judges, each of the groups
were also aiming for a little musical magic that comes with barbershop singing.
When all the voices are in perfect pitch and harmony, Hayes explained, there is
a ringing effect as if there were a fifth vocal part –– sometimes referred to as
the overtone or the angel's voice.
"That's what happens when it all comes together perfectly," Hayes said. "That's
what gives you goose bumps
Rosemary Kelly
Harmony Heritage
Celebrating Harmony, Inc  50th Anniversary 1959-2009
"What A Dream Can Do"

http://www.projo.com/video/

When you connect to the above, scroll down to "women barbershop singers".

Enjoy!


01:00 AM EST on Sunday, November 15, 2009

By Barbara Polichetti

Journal Staff Writer


PROVIDENCE — On the fifth floor of the Rhode Island Convention Center — high
above a soggy sidewalk crowd waiting for admission to a beer festival — the
lilting sound of melodic humming floated down the hallways and fallen sequins
sparkled on the carpet.

Women in glittering costumes whisked to and fro as choral groups from across the
United States and Canada prepared to test their mastery of an a cappella music
style that originated in the early 1900s with the advent of barbershop quartets.

More than 2,000 contestants from about 80 different groups dedicated to the
four-part harmony style known as barbershop singing converged on Providence for
a four-day event that culminated Saturday with the competition of the chorus
groups.

The event, which started midweek with workshops and competitions for quartets,
is the premier annual competition for Harmony Inc., a women's singing
organization dedicated to preserving the art of barbershop music.

"Over the years, women across the United States and Canada have shared the joy
of barbershop singing," Jan Delvecchio, president of Harmony Inc. said in a
statement. "Singing with Harmony Inc. has given our members the opportunity to
share their love of music with the community and friends."

While it is critical that the group's four-part harmony arrangements remain true
to barbershop style, there was a lot about the competition that was a long way
from men in blazers and straw skimmers singing "Sweet Adeline."

For one thing, most of the groups competing in the 2009 international
competition opted for a lot of pizzazz in their outfits. Glitter, sequins and
crystals abounded in custom-made costumes. The Capital Chordettes of Ottawa,
Ontario, even added a flapper theme with beaded wraps and shiny headbands topped
with red ostrich feathers

The groups varied in size from two dozen to more than 50, and their selections
were as diverse as their hometowns. Some favored traditional songs like "Georgia
on My Mind," while other adapted more contemporary tunes from movies and
Broadway shows.

The key, according to Christine Hayes, director of Silk `n Sounds from New
Haven, Conn., is that the vocals be carried by the traditional barbershop mix of
tenor, lead, baritone and bass parts.

Hayes and Fred Kingsbury, director of Harmony Heritage from the
Pawtucket-Attleboro area, said that one feature that makes barbershop singing
unique compared to other choral music is that the melody is not carried on the
high notes by the tenors, but is carried by the lead singers who are in the
middle of the musical register.

"It's unique because there is harmony above the melody coming from the tenors,"
said Harmony Heritage member Barbara-Ann McIntosh. "That's one of the things
that make the barbershop sound so recognizable."

Another component that is particularly important in barbershop singing
competitions is the ability to deliver a song with style. In some cases Saturday
that meant dance steps, theatrical gestures or, in one instance, the donning of
clown noses, in the middle of a song.

"Our job is to take the song from the sheet music and carry that message to the
audience," said Kingsbury.

In the warm-up room, the groups practiced their moves, their pitch and also took
time for deep breathing, group hugs and sometimes a simple prayer. "Don't let it
bother you that there's a rock band below us," Kingsbury said shortly before his
singers took the stage a couple of floors above the sounds of the beer festival.
"Just be the actors you need to be for the songs."

In addition to hoping for winning scores from the judges, each of the groups
were also aiming for a little musical magic that comes with barbershop singing.

When all the voices are in perfect pitch and harmony, Hayes explained, there is
a ringing effect as if there were a fifth vocal part –– sometimes referred to as
the overtone or the angel's voice.

"That's what happens when it all comes together perfectly," Hayes said. "That's
what gives you goose bumps

Rosemary Kelly
Harmony Heritage
Celebrating Harmony, Inc  50th Anniversary 1959-2009
"What A Dream Can Do"

Please don't post anything about it on facebook?  They are my friends..



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Uh..



Well...



Not exactly..



Not yet anyway..



FIRST..Did I tell you that, at dinner Saturday (after the chorus contest),
my family was able to eat together with some of you.  As they left to go
shopping for a football with dad, BOTH of my children, (unprovoked, I might
add) gave me a kiss and told me they loved me!  I wondered first (and out
loud) what they wanted.then I wondered who they were and what they had done
with my sons.  It was a great reminder, to me, that we (mom and dad)ARE
doing an ok job!



Now.Saturday morning, my chorus traditionally has a "rally" breakfast.  And
my family was there with me.  One of our members started the conversation by
saying, matter of fact-like, "So, we are gonna see you on the Harmony Cruise
in January!"  I think I pulled a muscle when my head snapped to my left. and
I bruised my chin (which dropped with my jaw) as I dragged it beyond the
china.  BOTH of my children smiled..However..all was not lost..



We made light conversation and recovered a little..I am (sadly) getting
quite good at making stuff up.



I nearly gave it away a few months ago, and Andrew KNEW I was planning a
trip.  Canada was the excuse for the need for Passports.Andrew asked me
about a trip n(today, on the way home)..and I said, "yes, to Canada."  He
said, "Sweet.  You never SAID exactly where we were going this winter!"
(like it would be NORMAL to want to travel NORTH instead of south, in
February).  But he does know how much I love to visit our Canadian members!



I made another mistake on the ride home with Andrew.and reminded him of my
chorus mate's mention of a cruise. (Her name is being hidden for her
protection).  He had forgotten.  He had forgotten until his MOTHER reminded
him!  So, as easy as anything, I said, "Yeah.it's a cruise to Canada."  I
had to explain that it wasn't a LONG cruise.a couple of nights.  He was
THRILLED.  "I have never been on a cruise and I have ALWAYS wanted to go,"
he said.  I said that he had to keep it to himself.  Never mind that we can
DRIVE to New Brunswick in 5 hours.  That the Atlantic Ocean is exceptionally
COLD in February.he didn't care..



So..



Now we have only until December 25th to keep it a secret.  When they open
gifts on Christmas morning.I promise I will take pictures.



Ya know..as I was driving home today.I thought about my parents.  They were
WAITING for retirement to travel.  We never did anything this special.  My
mom passed when she was 45.  Dad at 67.  WE (my sibs and I) never had that
with OUR parents.  THIS will be a vacation to  create a lifetime of
wonderful memories.and just think.YOU have been a part of that!  Thanks for
keeping our secret.  Thank you for your help on hair-length decisions
(Katie, you are Christian's FAVORITE mom so far!).



Thank you Harmony, Inc.time to shut the brain (and computer) down for a few
hours anyway.  You really ARE the best.



Remind me to tell you about the scary stuff that happened last Saturday, and
how touched I was by the folks in New England Voices in Harmony.  For now,



Stay safe, sing, remember that wherever there is Harmony, there is love!



D



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Hello!



I just uploaded the official chorus scoring summaries to the Harmony
website!  Please go to http://www.harmonyinc.org/events/iccscores.htm to
view them.



Again, if you don't see them right away, refresh your screen.



Thanks to EVERYONE who worked so hard on this convention - it was
STUPENDOUS!!!  :-)



In Harmony,



Wendy



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Wendy McCoole

Director, Sounds <http://www.soundsoftheseacoast.org>  of the Seacoast

Executive Director, BreastCancerStories.org
<http://www.breastcancerstories.org>



"Be yourself. Everyone else is already taken..."

Congratulations to the 2009 Chorus Champions - Village Vocal Chords!

Great job by all of the participants who crossed the stage at our 50th
Anniversary Celebration.

2nd place medalist - Northern Blend
3rd place medalist - Sounds of the Seacoast
4th place medalist - New England Voices in Harmony
5th place medalist - Capital Chordettes, inc.
6th - Niagara Frontier Chord Authority
7th - Georgia Connection
8th - Crystal Chords
9th - Montreal City Voices
10th - Sea Belles
11th - Rochester Rhapsody
12th - ScotianAires
13th - The Over Tones, Inc.
14th - Barre-Tones, inc.
15th - Nickel City Sounds
16th - Women of Note
17th - Silk'n Sounds
18th - Harmony Heritage
19th - Newfound Sound
20th - Chord Spinners
21st - Valley Voices
22nd - Lake Country Harmony
23rd - Covered Bridge Country
24th - Atlanta Harmony Celebration!
25th - Harmony Magic

Will be posting more photos and commentary on Facebook later, as well as opening
up the site for you to post your photos from this weekend. If you have your
favorite pictures, please share them with us. If you don't have Facebook, please
email them to me and we'll get them out there!

I'm off to celebrate the medalists, contestants and raise a final toast to
Harmony, Inc. Congratulations to everyone, safe travels home and Happy Birthday
Harmony, Incorporated!

Anita Prather Harvell
Social Networking Coordinator, HI
socialnetworkcoordinator@...

I have but a moment because I'm zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz but I just uploaded
the quartet contest summaries to the Harmony website - what a GREAT contest!



http://www.harmonyinc.org/events/iccscores.htm (if you don't see the link to
2009 please refresh your screen).



On a personal note I'm especially proud of my sister Debbie (Showcase) and
my niece Julia (Ringtones!).  :>D



I'll post the chorus scores as soon as I am able.



In Harmony,



Wendy



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Wendy McCoole

Director, Sounds <http://www.soundsoftheseacoast.org>  of the Seacoast

Executive Director, BreastCancerStories.org
<http://www.breastcancerstories.org>



"Be yourself. Everyone else is already taken..."

Thanks, Sandra.  Way to go, Showcase!


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1. Showcase
2. Ringtones!
3. Fusion
4. Foreign Exchange
5. The Twilights.




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From: Marie McRorie <mmcrorie@...>
To: harmonyconnection@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Fri, November 13, 2009 10:18:15 PM
Subject: Re: [HC] Friday news from IC&C

 
Does anyone have quartet results?

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Does anyone have quartet results?





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Great job so far by the competing quartets Escapade, Page Four, Cloud 9, Exit 4,
Foreign Exchange, Jaks!, Singsation, Fusion, Midnight Margaritas, Showcase,
Audacity, Stardust, Spellbound, Nova Quattro, and Take 4.

Photos from last night available on our official phototographer's website at
http://harmony.bestbetsphotographics.com. Just click "Galleries" then "Parade of
Champions" for highlights from last night's festivities.

We are working on editing our first ever Harmony, Inc. podcast with a surprise
guest (we apologize in advance for the sound quality) but we hope it will help
bring the events closer to all our friends in Harmony, Inc.

Check out our Facebook page for photos, updates and Twitter feed (you can see it
on the Facebook page, too) as we broadcast "live" from Providence!

Hello,

This email message is a notification to let you know that
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You can access this file at the URL:
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Hello,

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aharvell <sportbabe@...>

What a beautiful and touching interview.  Thanks for sharing it.  My fondest
good wishes go out to Betsy and Debbie for continued good health.  The whole
chorus sounded great singing two of the song we also sing at Sounds of the
Seacoast.
See you all in Providence where everyone will do their best and have fun!
Barb

  Barb Kahn

"Singing Makes Me Happy"


-----Original Message-----
From: kuntz@...
To: harmonyconnection@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wed, Nov 11, 2009 11:07 am
Subject: [HC] N.E. Voices in Harmony -- TV Segment






Some lovely news to share as we begin celebrations this week...

A portion of New England Voices in Harmony chorus was featured Friday, Nov.
6, on "NH Chronicle," WMUR TV's evening news magazine, in Manchester, NH.
The story features one of our members, Debbie Bartol, a 5-year breast cancer
survivor, who talks about her experiences recovering from breast cancer,
the chorus and what a cappella singing has meant to her. Betsy Westgate, also
a member and breast cancer survivor, and Debbie participated in the Making
Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk, Oct. 18, in Nashua. The chorus also
sung at this event. This was a truly inspiring story about the healing power
of music, friendship and support.

For those who'd like to watch...here's a link to the video:

http://www.wmur.com/chroniclevideo/21575401/index.html

Chris Kuntz
Area 2 Marketing/PR Coordinator
New England Voices in Harmony

Celebrating Harmony's 50th Anniversary!

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We will be updating everyone via Facebook, Twitter and the Harmony Connection
throughout IC&C. If you want to check out the updates, stay tuned to the Harmony
Connection, Facebook
(http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/pages/Harmony-Incorporated/61832906068?ref=t\
s) and Twitter (http://twitter.com/HarmonyInc).

Anita Prather Harvell
Social Networking Coordinator, HI
Bass, Northern Blend Chorus
Bass, All Points North Quartet

What a testament to what Harmony, Inc. is all about.
Thanks so much for sharing this great story of music, friends and life's
challenges.
Amy


--- On Wed, 11/11/09, kuntz@... <kuntz@...> wrote:

From: kuntz@... <kuntz@...>
Subject: [HC] N.E. Voices in Harmony -- TV Segment
To: harmonyconnection@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2009, 11:07 AM
















 









       Some lovely news to share as we begin celebrations this week...



A portion of New England Voices in Harmony chorus was featured Friday, Nov.

6, on "NH Chronicle," WMUR TV's evening news magazine, in Manchester, NH..

The story features one of our members, Debbie Bartol, a 5-year breast cancer

survivor, who talks about her experiences recovering from breast cancer,

the chorus and what a cappella singing has meant to her.  Betsy Westgate, also

a member and breast cancer survivor, and Debbie participated in the Making

Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk, Oct. 18, in Nashua.  The chorus also

sung at this event.  This was a truly inspiring story about the healing power

of music, friendship and support.



For those who'd like to watch...here' s a link to the video:



http://www.wmur. com/chroniclevid eo/21575401/ index.html



Chris Kuntz

Area 2 Marketing/PR Coordinator

New England Voices in Harmony



Celebrating Harmony's 50th Anniversary!



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Some lovely news to share as we begin celebrations this week...

A portion of New England Voices in Harmony chorus was featured Friday, Nov.
6, on "NH Chronicle," WMUR TV's evening news magazine, in Manchester, NH.
The story features one of our members, Debbie Bartol, a 5-year breast cancer
survivor, who talks about her experiences recovering from breast cancer,
the chorus and what a cappella singing has meant to her.  Betsy Westgate, also
a member and breast cancer survivor, and Debbie participated in the Making
Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk, Oct. 18, in Nashua.  The chorus also
sung at this event.  This was a truly inspiring story about the healing power
of music, friendship and support.

For those who'd like to watch...here's a link to the video:

http://www.wmur.com/chroniclevideo/21575401/index.html

Chris Kuntz
Area 2 Marketing/PR Coordinator
New England Voices in Harmony

Celebrating Harmony's 50th Anniversary!


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