FAQ's
1. Do I need to read music
Many experienced Barbershoppers do not read music at all. But If you would like to learn we are able to set you on the road to learning how to read music
2. How do we learn new songs
All songs are supported by teach materials - music and cds. For those who do not read music, listening to cds and in small group rehearsals are the main ways.
3. What is a Sing Harmony Course
A Value for Money, Fun Event where all, irrespective of age and ability can explore their interest in Close Harmony Singing with the guidance and help of experienced performers and teachers
4. What can I learn and be able to do better from a Harmony Course
Whether you are a novice or experienced singer you will be able to explore and improve your vocal capabilities through carefully constructed exercises delivered by very experienced coaches.
5. What do I need to be able to do before I join the course
Just be able to have fun and want to meet some new exciting and very friendly folk. You will be sent music and recordings of the songs with your Welcome Pack for you to practice
Make sure you know if you have a Tenor, Lead, Baritone or Bass voice so that you know which parts to learn. You can either arrange to visit our Chorus rehearsals on a Monday Evening for Ladies or Tuesdays for Gentlemen. Please see Contacts Page to get more information.
Or you can click on find your vocal range website for information on how you could do this yourself
6. Do I have to be able to sing already
You do not have to have to have any special vocal qualities other than be able to sing in tune. All techniques for close harmony singing will be taught on the course
7. I have been singing in a Church Choir for several years. Will this stop me Close Harmony Singing
Certainly not, but techniques are different and performance of the song is paramount, but all this will be introduced and taught on the course
8. What will I achieve on the course
New friends, revitalised skills in your singing abilities and information about where you can come and continue your new found interest in Close Harmony singing
LINKS
Find out more about our Wonderful Hobby of Barbershop from the following websites
BABS – British Association Of Barbershop Singers
BHS – The Barbershop Harmony Society (The American home of barbershop singing)
LABBS – Ladies Association Of British Barbershop Singers
Also do try keyword searching Google or any search engine for the great variety of information relating to the wonderful Art of Barbershop.
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