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September 20, 2012

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In This Issue
Education Department Position Open at Headquarters
Ev Nau Retirement Announced at Harmony Foundation
Register for Midwinter Now And Save!
Far Western District Webcast
Toronto 2013: A Convention Like No Other
Exciting Portland Videos on xfinitytv!
This Could Be YOUR Chapter's Success Story


Job Posting From
Barbershop Harmony Society Headquarters


Dear Members and Associates of the  Barbershop Harmony Society:

We are seeking suggestions, referrals, and expressions of interest in the position of Director of Educational Outreach, Growth and Development for the Barbershop Harmony Society. This person will provide vigorous, dynamic, visionary and strategic leadership and management for the Society.

Please click HERE for the complete job posting and description. You are welcome to forward this posting to anyone whom you think might be interested in the position. Referrals and/or expressions of interest should be sent directly to Patty Leveille, Society HR Manager HERE.

Applications will be accepted until Monday, November 5, 2012.

Thank you for your support in helping us to spread the word of this Society job posting.

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Martin L. Monson, CEO/Executive Director
Barbershop Harmony Society

Ev Nau
Ev Nau to Retire from
Harmony Foundation International

Dear Friends and Colleagues:

 

I knew this day would come, but now that it is actually happening, it is an emotional event. Since June of 2005, Ev has been a loyal friend and an able partner in the change and growth of Harmony Foundation International.

 

Please read Ev's retirement letter HERE, and listen to his heart at the same time.

 

His retirement plans will be staged over a rather lengthy period as follows:

  • He will officially conclude his work on Wednesday, October 31, 2012. 
  • He will be available to serve the Foundation in special projects as assigned through the International Convention in Toronto in July, 2013.
  • Following that convention he will officially retire with 25 years of service to the Barbershop Harmony Society and Harmony Foundation International.
Between now and the end of October he has a busy schedule of travel for the Foundation. He has miles to go and dollars to raise before he can sleep.
 
Please join headquarters staff in wishing Ev and his family well in this new chapter of life.

 

Clarke Caldwell

CEO

Harmony Foundation International

 


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2013 MidWinter Youth Festival 
May be the Biggest Ever!

Choruses: 
Sign Up by October 1 to Guarantee Your Spot!
Sign Up by November 1 and Receive Free Registration!

Youth Choruses: Save $109 per singer! Register your chorus by November 1, 2012 for the 6th Annual Harmony Foundation International Youth Barbershop Chorus Festival, January 11, 2013, in Orlando, FL. That's IN ADDITION TO the FREE three nights stay at the fabulous Rosen Shingle Creek Resort, free admission to the Seniors Quartet Contest and two professional-quality shows, a professional recording of your performance, and so much more! Check out all the benefits and register HERE.

By all early indications, this Youth Chorus Festival could be our biggest ever. We already have five choruses registered - three of which are brand new to the Festival - and one of which is the EWFX Chorus from Kenya, Africa!
 
All this plus the Florida sunshine, beautiful grounds, golf tournament, and the fun and fabulous Seniors Quartet Contest!

Attendees: 
Save $26 Now! Register by October 1
MidWinter Convention January 8-13

In addition to the Youth Festival, you'll love these events:
  • Thursday, Jan. 10, 8:00 p.m. - Convention Kickoff Show featuring medalist quartets
  • Saturday Jan. 12 noon  - International Seniors Quartet Championship 
  • Saturday Jan. 12, 8:00 p.m. - Show of Champions
All rooms and events are under one roof! 
Click HERE to register and make your room reservation now!
Far West 2012 Webcast   
2012 Far Western District
Fall Convention Webcast
 
You can experience the thrill of the FWD Fall Convention on October 12-13 in Mesa, AZ, while lounging on your living room sofa - just sign up for the live webcast. See the quartet and chorus contest sessions and Show of Champions ... enjoy performances by Tenacious Q, 95 North, Velvet Frogs, The Westminster Chorus, Voices in Harmony, and many more - all for only $30. Sign up HERE today!
Toronto 2013 International:
Convention Like No Other

 

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Come join the barbershop family in celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the Barbershop Harmony Society June 30 through July 7, 2013 in beautiful Toronto, Ontario! 

Enjoy the huge historical artifacts display, to include costumes, trophies and other unique items. Ringmasters and Lemon Squeezy will be coming back from across the pond to help celebrate as well.

While you're there, take in the sights and sounds of Toronto! For instance, the CN Tower, pictured below, was recently nominated one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, featuring glass floor observation decks (where it is rumored one of our quartets will sing from, but we're not saying who) and a revolving restaurant. 

And, if you've always wanted to see Niagara Falls, this is the time to make it  happen ... it's only a short day trip away! 

Check out more about Toronto HERE.  Register HERE.
          
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Comcast Barbershop OnDemand  

Exciting Videos from 
Portland Convention on xfinity!
 
September/October 2012 Schedule

Hey, xfinitytv customers: Check out the current barbershop schedule which includes some of the newest and most exciting footage from the Portland convention! Here's what's on tap for the next two months:

Ringmasters - "I Can't Give You Anything But Love"
Ringmasters - "Love Me and the World Is Mine"
Ambassadors of Harmony - "Step In Time"
Ambassadors of Harmony - "No Other Love"
Kentucky Vocal Union - "Every Breath You Take"
Kentucky Vocal Union - "Footloose"
A Mighty Wind - "Lazy River"
Musical Island Boys - "Now is the Hour"
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From the Comcast menu, go to On Demand > Music > Music picks > Barbershop Harmony.

Tell your friends, family and fans to watch too. Thanks xFinity!
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THIS COULD BE YOUR 

CHAPTER'S STORY!


The Redwood Chordsmen of Santa Rosa, California (FWD) has witnessed their finest burst of growth in over 47 years, by doing all the basic things really well. This time last year, they had 26 members; now they have 60! They promoted an April 25, 2012 guest night on their website and Craigslist, handed out business cards and sent letters to more than 25 area churches. Forty guys showed up that night, and many of the new guys who joined are under age 25. And, they have great plans for retaining those members too!

How about yours?

 

CHAPTER OFFICERS: Just enroll online - it's fast and easy! 
  • Click HERE to open the website and read more
  • Click on the link that reads "Chapter Enrollment Login"
  • Enter your member number and click "enroll" 
On the website are lots of recruiting ideas and videos, and once you have enrolled, a volunteer "Harold" will contact you to get you started, and then follow up monthly throughout the year.

 

As if chapter growth and improvement weren't enough, there are prizes to be won! YOU could win the drawing for the GRAND PRIZE: A 6-day trip to the 2013 75th Anniversary International Convention in Toronto, including two VIP tickets to the entire contest, two free plane tickets, and 6 days room and board at the Society Headquarters Hotel. Check the website above for more awards!

 

I Sing PinOrder an "I SING" button for every member of your chapter from Harmony Marketplace, only $.99. (No other discounts apply during this promotion). Click HERE to order.

 

Melanie Chapman 
Barbershop Harmony Society

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