Work behind the BAC board.

To the uninitiated it may seem that the detailed work done every Monday night, at rehearsals is why the Big Apple Chorus is a leader in its specialized field. It all seems seamless and simply focused on the art and craft of singing (and sometimes dancing). Chorus Director Joe Hunter has an uncanny gift for cheerfully, effortlessly and effectively coaching a unique and distinct vision for each song out of his 95+ singers. It might seem that a good interpretation, a facile director and a well-run rehearsal, are how the thing gets done and that's all what separates the Big Apple Chorus from legions of other choirs. Full Story...

Reveille and Round Midnight at:
The 22nd Annual Harmony Sweeps
A Cappella Festival NY Regional

We are proud to report that representatives of the Manhattan and Five Towns College Chapters of BHS and the directors of their respective choruses, The Big Apple Chorus and Long Island Sound Chorus will be appearing and competing (in a field of about 7 varied A Cappella groups) at the 22nd annual, Harmony Sweepstakes, A Cappella Festival, New York Regional on Saturday Feb 25th at 8PM at Symphony Space in NYC. 2537 Broadway at 95th Tickets from Symphony Space Box Office: 212-864-5400 or online. Full Story...

Spring Quartet Contests Abound
The BAC will be there!

This is the time of year when barbershop quartets of every stripe from the novice to the International aspirant have a chance to raise the bar for their own personal bests and to show the world what great entertainment they've been preparing.

The Rahway Valley Jerseyaires will be sponsoring the 45th Annual Rahway Valley Novice Quartet Conteston Saturday evening, February 25, 2006 at the Rahway High School, 1012 Madison Ave at Central Ave, Rahway, NJ at 7:30 PM.

To qualify as a 'Novice Quartet' no more than two members of a the quartet may have competed in any quartet that qualified to sing at a District-level contest and only one of those two men may have advanced to or sung at the International level, whether by the route of Prelims or District-level contests.

It is particularly gratifying that the Manhattan Chapter has provided the catalyst for a novice quartet to compete at this annual contest, called, Murphy's Law, in which the quartet consists entirely of quartet novices. This is an exciting combination of new talent, that has come, all together, from outside of barbershop. Full Story...

Coming Soon to Lincoln Center.
Barbershop: The Musical (style)!

International Medalist winners, O.C. Times will be this year's featured guests at the Big Apple Chorus's annual show at Alice Tully Hall, under the direction of Joe Hunter. In full Big Apple Chorus style, the chorus will be unveiling its newest, envelope-pushing brand of Broadway barbershop. Also spotlighted will be the comic antics of international quartet qualifying quartet, Reveille.

O.C. Times has been exciting audiences all over the country with their youthful and exuberant brand of harmony and showmanship since their International in 2005 medalist placement. Inspired by artists like Michael Buble, Sinatra, and Elvis; this young, energetic quartet is breathing new life into some of our favorite swing standards and rock and roll classics.

Tickets Now On Sale
Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall
April 8th 8PM.
Center Charge: (212) 721-6500
Box Office: 65th St. @ Broadway
Ticket Prices:
VIP Orch Rows (G-P) $40,Orch $32, Box $30, Loge $20, $5 Student Disc. w/ID.

To reserve afterglow tickets contact Neal Siegal.


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SPOTLIGHT ON
The Men in BAC
For more than a couple of its members, the experience of the Big Apple Chorus goes beyond the music, the fun, the friendships and "personal bests" but is additionally layered with strong family ties. In the case between father and son barbershop singers, it's usually the father who introduces the son to the chapter where they sing together.

This month's Spotlight on the "Men in BAC" features a father and son team whose musical journey started traditionally enough, but it was ultimately the son who brought his very reluctant dad to the Big Apple. "I wouldn't change that decision for anything in the world, now", says John Patricia about being dragged (not altogether unwillingly) to NYC by his son, Jamie. Full Story...

What is competition all about?
Every year, and perhaps as many as 3 times a year, a chorus goes into competition to find out how it measures against its peers. Why? Read this article from the Barbershop Harmony Society to learn about these conventions!

The Big Apple Chorus Perfectly Suited for Event Planners

The role of Corporate Event Planners can be a challenging one, especially if you are looking for a fresh and unique entertainment idea for banquets, luncheons, picnics, parties or other events.

The Big Apple Chorus can provide performance solutions for almost any corporate event. Our repertoire spans the genres of Broadway, swing, jazz, pop, gospel, patriotic and Americana. We can deliver performance groups from quartets and small ensembles to a full 85-man chorus. The performances can be feature events or simply background entertainment.

As a performance group, the Big Apple Chorus has performed to sell out audiences in Lincoln Center, private audiences and community gatherings. Our quartets have been featured in many private functions and major public events such as the U.S. Open, Belmont Stakes, Bryant Park Conservancy events, cruises, and much more.

Regardless of budget, venue or audience size -- the Big Apple Chorus can coordinate the right entertainment package for almost any event. You and your clients will enjoy and remember your event when you invite the Big Apple Chorus.

Email Dan George for more info.

Music Teachers -- Here's Your Lesson Plan!!!
Are you a music teacher that's looking to put a little change, energy and excitement into your program? If you are, then you have absolutely found the right web site!

The Big Apple Chorus, in conjunction with the Barbershop Harmony Society has a YOUTH IN HARMONY program that will amaze you and energize your students. This program will kick start a new curriculum or add to your current agenda with a fun, easy to learn, and very performable program.

Contact Mark Paul, info@bigapplechorus.com or call (212) 244-2775 for more information on how you can invite "Youth in Harmony" into your school system and music program.