- OK City Showcase
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Date Posted: Tue, Sep 5 2023
The OK City Chorus will present its Annual Showcase at the Visual and Performing Arts Center at OCCC on October 1 at 3:00 p.m. The chorus is preparing for competition at the Sweet Adelines International Competition in Louisville at the end of October. The chorus is the 2022 International Champions. They earned the title in Phoenix, AZ where the final five choruses hailed from the United States, Canada and the Netherlands.
The OK City Chorus is the current champion of the five-state area known as Region 25. Their performance on the Showcase will include their contest packages for Louisville along with favorite repertoire songs like Sara Bareilles's Brave and Simon & Garfunkel's Sound of Silence.Guest performers on the Showcase:
* Wildfire Quartet - Region 25 Champion (Louisville contestant)
* Vocal Audacity Quartet- Region 25 Medalist (Wild Card contestant in Louisville)
* Quad City Sound Quartet - International Diamond Division Champions (performing in Louisville)
* Perpetual Sound Quartet - International Rising Star MedalistReserved seat tickets are available at https://bit.ly/
OKCBringIt2023 For more information, see: https://bit.ly/OKCBringIt2023
- OK City Chorus Representated in Rising Star Competition
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Date Posted: Thu, Aug 3 2023
The 2023 Rising Star quartet contest, which took place at the Eisemann Center in Richardson, Texas on July 14, was a spectacular event showcasing the incredible talent of young singers under 25 years old. Let's give a thunderous round of applause to Perpetual Sound, who secured a fantastic 4th place in this highly competitive contest! Representing Region 25, they wowed the audience with their outstanding performance.We are proud of our OK City Chorus member, Nicole Gray, for being part of this amazing quartet and shining on the Rising Star stage.
- 2023 SAI Diamond Division Winners
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Date Posted: Fri, Jul 28 2023
The 2023 Diamond Division quartet contest, held at the Eisemann Center in Richardson, Texas, on July 13, has concluded, and we have thrilling results!
Let's give a big applause to Quad City Sound, the well-deserved winners, and the new Diamond Division championship quartet! They delivered a captivating performance, showcasing their phenomenal talent.
We are immensely proud of our OK City Chorus member, Vickie Dennis, for being part of this incredible quartet and representing Region 25 and OK City Chorus with excellence.
Join us in celebrating this astounding achievement and let's give Quad City Sound a standing ovation for their extraordinary win!
- Madison Avenue Outgoing Diamond Division Champs
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Date Posted: Sun, Jul 23 2023
Join us in celebrating the incredible achievements of Madison Avenue, the outgoing champions of the Diamond Division quartet contest! They triumphed in the inaugural 2022 competition, representing Sweet Adelines, Region 25, and OK City Chorus with grace and beauty. We are immensely proud of our OK City members Barb Underwood and Jacque Glasgow for their outstanding talent and dedication. They have been shining stars in our musical family, and we're excited to see their future successes. Let's give them a standing ovation for the joy and harmony they've brought to us all! Bravo!
- OK City Chorus Represented in Sound of Music
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Date Posted: Mon, Jul 17 2023
Three of our talented OK City Chorus members, Carla Hale, Julie Moler, and Nicki Austin, recently wowed the audience in Lyric Theater's "The Sound of Music" as nuns! We're beyond proud of their incredible performances and the diverse talents they bring to the stage! Our singers shine on and off the risers, gracing stages whenever they get the chance. Let's celebrate their achievements and the harmony they bring to the world! Bravo!
- Raffle Donations Needed
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Date Posted: Tue, Jun 6 2023
OK City Chorus Raffle - Seeking Donations!
The award-winning OK City Chorus is hosting Sweet Adelines Region 25's annual Summer Music Camp on June 23 and 24. This exciting weekend invites Sweet Adelines from Texas, Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, and Oklahoma to come together and celebrate the unique barbershop style of music, encourage vocal excellence, and create opportunities for women of all ages to experience the joy of singing a cappella harmony. As part of this exciting event, we're conducting a raffle to raise funds for the camp's success, and we're reaching out to local businesses for generous donations.
By contributing to our raffle, your business will not only support the growth and development of our talented singers but also gain exposure to a passionate audience of music lovers. Your donation of gift certificates, products, services, or unique experiences will make a significant impact and be a highlight of the raffle prizes.
Donations will be accepted until June 20. As a token of our appreciation, we will acknowledge your business as a donor during the event.
To learn more about how your donation can make a difference and to contribute to our raffle, please contact Sara Anders at secretary@okcity.org
Thank you for supporting the OK City Chorus and Sweet Adelines Region 25!
- OK City Hosts Successful Youth in Harmony Festival
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Date Posted: Wed, Apr 5 2023
The OK City Chorus was thrilled to bring back an exciting education event on Saturday, April 1! The Youth In Harmony (YIH) Workshop welcomed 35 young singers to a day of learning the art of acapella singing, barbershop style. Singers spent time with members of OK City Chorus quartets and section leaders as they learned about the craft of barbershop singing and performance. OK City Chorus sponsors and members even provided lunch and dinner for all participants. This exciting day ended with a free public performance featuring the YIH Chorus showing off their new skills and two songs they learned during the workshop and the OK City Chorus.
It was a great day of singing for everyone involved!
- OK City Chorus adds a new sponsor – SSI Energy Management Services!!!
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Date Posted: Mon, Apr 3 2023
SSI Energy Management Systems has recently honored OK City Chorus as our newest corporate sponsor. A local Oklahoma City business, SSI Energy Management Systems is an Oil and Gas Accounting Software system, servicing companies large and small with Oil and Gas related software packages as well as clerical accounting services. SSI owner and president, Baird Archbald, has always been very interested and supportive of the accomplishments and community outreach by OK City Chorus. He and his family know OK City Chorus/Sweet Adelines and have seen and heard us at Arts Festival and Oklahoma State Fair performances. We are excited and honored to have Baird and SSI as the newest corporate sponsor of our organization. Welcome!!!
- OK City Well Represented at Region 25 Competition
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Date Posted: Tue, Mar 28 2023
OK City Chorus was well represented at Region 25's Competition and Convention last month with six competing quartets and a spectacular bow-out performance as current Regional Champions.
Our quartets brought home several medals! Tapestry Quartet won the honor of Novice Quartet, having two members who had never competed in a quartet before. Madison Avenue Quartet (current Diamond Division Champions) and Montage Quartet placed among the Top 10 quartets in the contest. Wildfire Quartet brought home the gold as the new Regional Quartet Champions for Region 25!
Wildfire will represent Region 25 and OK City Chorus at the 75th International Competition and Convention in Louisville, KY, in October 2023, alongside OK City Chorus.
Congratulations to all of our talented performers!
- OK City Chorus Brings Home the Gold
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Date Posted: Wed, Sep 14 2022
After a two-year wait to compete on the Sweet Adeline International Competition stage as winners of the regional contest in 2019, the OK City Chorus was able to compete on Tuesday, September 13, in Phoenix, Arizona in the Harmony Classic part of International. The chorus took the stage at 9:31 p.m. after a long day of rehearsing and prepping. It was well worth all the hard work put in over the last three years and the long hours of preparation when it was announced that the OK City Chorus won the gold medal for 2022! They will be the mic testers for the full chorus competition on Thursday. The chorus will be proudly wearing their gold medals as they start working towards getting ready for the regional competition in the spring and International 2023 in Louisville, KY next fall.
- Quartet Makes History
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Date Posted: Fri, Jul 22 2022
Sweet Adelines International hosted the Inaugural Diamond Division Quartet Competition at the IES (International Education Symposium) held this past week in San Antonio, Texas, July 20-24. The event was able to take place this year after having to cancel since 2019 because of the pandemic. There were originally five quartets registered to compete on Thursday, July 21; however, one quartet had to withdraw before the competition.
This contest is open to all female quartets whose members are all over 55 years of age with a combined total of 240 years on the day of the contest. The singers worked very hard rehearsing to prepare the best musical performance possible, sometimes via Zoom when meeting in person was not possible. Besides an audience of fellow Sweet Adelines, the quartets performed two songs for a panel of four judges, who scored them in sound, music, expression and visual communication.
After the scores were tallied, the champion quartet in the first ever Diamond Division competition is Madison Avenue from Region 25! The quartet is made up of Anne Fenton (tenor from Rich-tone Chorus); Barb Underwood (lead from OK City Chorus); Jacque Glasgow (baritone from OK City Chorus); and Caroline Rocco (bass from Rich-tone Chorus). It is an exciting time for these ladies and for SAI!
- Reliable Dumpster for Oklahoma City Joins the List of Sponsors for OK City Chorus
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Date Posted: Fri, Jul 8 2022
OK City Chorus is happy to welcome Bin There Dump That Dumpster Service as our most recent sponsor. They are described as “your most-reliable, 5-Star, Residential Friendly dumpsters for Oklahoma City. Their goal is to make getting OK City dumpster rentals a friendly, affordable and simple process. On the list of steps they take to make this happen are: - Placing dumpsters exactly where needed on your property
- Using protective boards under the bin so that the container never damages your driveway
- Sweeping up after every job to remove debris
- Delivering a bin in 24 hours or less so that you get it when you need it
- The dumpsters are the easiest to load in OKC because of the walk-in, double doors.
They promise that there is a dumpster for you, whatever your needs. If you are moving in the Oklahoma region and need to get rid of junk, are trying to remove piles of rubbish from your home or office, or are needing to clean up construction debris from renovations, there is a bin perfect for you needs. Bin There Dump That provides junk and rubbish removal bins sizes 4 to 20 yards.
We very much appreciate their support of the chorus and look forward to having them with us.
For more information, see: https://oklahomacity.bintheredumpthatusa.com/home
- Allied Arts Singing Opportunities
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Date Posted: Sat, Jun 25 2022
As a Member Agency of Allied Arts, the OK City Chorus is often asked to join them at an onsite fundraising campaign. During the pandemic and shutdown, these opportunities were not possible. However, recently, things have opened up, and Allied Arts approached us once again.
On May 19, in the evening, a small group of 12 members entertained at a campaign for the Newmark Robinson Park. The room was decorated with an island theme with seating on grass mats, and the attendees were dressed in Hawaiian clothing. As they were finishing up their meal, the chorus sang to this very appreciative group. Shannon Lockwood, a representative of Allied arts, said in her thank you note to the chorus, “You did such an outstanding job brightening people’s days, and people kept telling me how much they loved your performance. They were amazed that you sounded so wonderful without any accompaniment!. . .You made my eyes tear up, it was so good!!”
The goal of any performance made by the chorus is to bring joy and happiness to those who are listening. It is always a pleasure to help Allied Arts in their campaigns and efforts to be involved in the community.
- Members Travel to Tulsa for Fundraiser
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Date Posted: Fri, Jun 17 2022
The OK City Chorus is busily getting ready to compete in September at the Sweet Adelines International Competition in Phoenix, Arizona. They were invited to compete in the Harmony Classic section of the competition, which includes the top five winners in the AA division. This invitation was given for the competition in 2020; however, because of the pandemic and closures, International was cancelled for two years. But, there will be a competition this year, and all of the competitors will be the same as they would have been in '20.
Participating in international competitions can be very costly. Most of the ladies will be spending the better part of a week, and expenses add up for transportation, housing and food while there. So, it is helpful to have fundraisers from time to time throughout the year leading up to the contest.
A little over a month ago, one of the biggest opportunities was presented to the chorus as a fundraiser when they were asked to provide workers for the food vendors at the PGA Championship Tournament in Tulsa for the week of May 16-22. Everyone was very excited and willing to take this venture on. Under the excellent direction of the Coordinator, Sara Anders, all of the time slots were filled, workers made the trek to Tulsa. The early shifts started early in the morning, which meant that some had to leave their homes around 5:00 in the morning. The work was hard, it was hard, and the temperatures were high. But everyone who worked spoke very highly of the experience. The customers were kind and patient, and the organizers of the event were very complimentary of the team who worked the event. The chorus is very grateful to the members who were able to work, some doing more than one shift and travelling to Tulsa several days. They also thank the friends and families of the members who stepped up to help fill the shifts. In the end, everyone was happy to have been able to help, and many fun and interesting stories have been shared.
- OK City Chorus Brings Home the Gold!
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Date Posted: Thu, Apr 14 2022
After the last two regional competitions were cancelled because of the pandemic, singers all over the world are happy to be back on the risers again this spring as Sweet Adelines International gives the go-ahead for competitions to resume. The OK City Chorus worked hard over the last several months preparing to take the stage in the Region 25 competition in Wichita, Kansas on March 31-April 1. A new ballad was introduced while they were still meeting via ZOOM, and everyone worked hard to learn the music. When they started meeting again in person, they hit the ground running to be totally prepared to perform their package.
This was a particularly exciting time for not only OK City Chorus but also the other choruses in the region as they were able to reunite with friends, sing together, and compete after the unfortunate break. OK City had 55 Singers on stage, 17 of whom were competing for the first time, as contestant number two of ten in the chorus competition on Saturday at the Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center, The competition was exciting as always, and after waiting for all choruses to sing, it was time for the awards to be announced. Choruses are classified in two divisions based on size. Awards are based on scores of choruses within each division. OK City Chorus was the champion chorus in the AA Division as well as Overall Chorus Champion. Medals were presented for each win as well as a trophy for the overall placing.
The overall championship win qualifies the chorus to compete in the International Competition in Louisville, Kentucky in the fall of 2023. The chorus will be traveling to Phoenix, Arizona in September of 2022 to compete in the Harmony Classic at SAI International Competition based on their first-place win in Division AA in 2019.
- OK City Chorus Quartets Fare Well at Competition
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Date Posted: Wed, Apr 13 2022
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Regional Competitions of Sweet Adelines International begin each year with the Quartet Competition. Having not held the competition for the last two years because of the pandemic, many quartets did not survive because they were not able to get together to rehearse. Some chose not to compete because of feeling ill prepared. In order to compete, the ladies must be members of Sweet Adelines International, either as part of a regional chorus or as a Chapter-at-Large member (not affiliated with a specific chorus but members in the region). This break also gave other singers an opportunity to form new quartets, and that is the case with the OK City Chorus. There were three registered quartets with members from the OK City Chorus who competed in Wichita on the weekend of March 31-April 1—Madison Avenue, Montage and Down Home. Although most of the members of the quartets have been singing together off and on over the last few years, some had new members who became a foursome in time to compete and had not performed publicly before competition. Many of them had also never competed before.
Twelve quartets from within the regional competed in the contest on Friday afternoon before a panel of four judges, who gave them scores in four categories: Music, Sound, Expression and Visual Communication. The top five scores are awarded medals, and the top quartet earns a spot in the International Competition in 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. After the scores were tallied, the fifth place medal went to Madison Avenue, and the second place medal went to Montage. Montage was also awarded the Novice Quartet award for the highest scoring quartet with two (2) or more singers that have not competed previously on the Regional stage in a quartet contest.
These quartets did a great job of representing the chorus.
- Open Auditions January 2022
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Date Posted: Fri, Dec 10 2021
The OK City Chorus is a women's a cappella performing group that seeks singers of all ages and backgrounds for our semi-annual open auditions. We will be adding members for the upcoming show and competition season.
These auditions are to be held on Thursday, January 6th and Sunday, January 9th. Click here for more information.YouTube Video URL: Attachment: 
For more information, see: www.okcity.org/openaud-jan2022
- OK City Chorus presents REINDEER GAMES!!
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Date Posted: Wed, Nov 17 2021
After being restricted in performances and gatherings for over a year due to the pandemic, the OK City Chorus is thrilled to be back together in person rehearsing and making plans for performing. The focus of the last many weeks at rehearsals has been preparing to take the stage for one of the favorite times of the year.
The chorus will present their Christmas Show, “Reindeer Games”, on Saturday, December 11. The event will provide an evening of music, games and holiday cheer as the audience will be invited to participate in some interactive moments. The chorus will share many favorite holiday songs as well as a few new arrangements.
The show will take place at First United Methodist Church (First Church), 131 NW 4th Street, Oklahoma City. There will be a Silent Auction prior to the show; bidding will begin at 6:00 p.m. The theatre will open at 6:30 with the performance beginning at 7:00. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased from any OK City Chorus member or order online at REINDEER GAMES TICKETS.
In light of the pandemic and CDC guidelines that are still in effect, masks are optional. Seating is limited so order your tickets TODAY ... don't delay!!
This year we are also offering a Livestream option. Click here for more information.
For more information, see: https://www.okcity.org/reindeergames
- OK City Chorus to Perform at Scissortail Park
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Date Posted: Tue, Nov 16 2021
As the holiday season gets under way, the OK City Chorus will be performing at Scissortail Park at the Loves Travel Stops Stage as part of their 'Tis the Season Holiday Concert on November 27. The free concert is sponsored by SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital, Express Employment International, OG & E, Toucan Productions, BancFirst, Omni Oklahoma City Hotel and Crow & Dunlevy. In addition to the OK City Chorus under the direction of Mary Rhea, performing groups include Canterbuy Youth Voices conducted by Susan Pendergraft, Canterbury Voices Chamber Voices conducted by Dr. Randi Von Ellefson, and Montrae Tilsdale-Johnson & The Friends Chorale. The program will begin at 6:30; OK City Chorus will be on stage at 7:00. The audience will enjoy hearing these talented local artists share holiday favorites. Hot chocolate and s’mores will be available during the evening.
After not being able to have events like this during last year’s holidays, this will be a great way to spend a Saturday evening with your family and friends as the season begins. We look forward to seeing you there.
For more information, see: https://scissortailpark.org/events/tis-the-season-holiday-concert/?occurrence=2021-11-27
- OK City Chorus Welcomes Another Sponsor
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Date Posted: Mon, Oct 18 2021
Substance Abuse Treatment Company Joins our Sponsorship
The latest sponsor to join our team is Landmark Recovery, which is based in Oklahoma City. This drug and alcohol rehab center “provides addiction recovery to help you live beyond”.
Landmark Recovery offers the full spectrum of treatment services available for drug and alcohol dependency. These services include Residential Treatment, Medical Detoxification, Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient services which vary by location. Patients will participate in a variety of treatment options and therapies. They also receive consistent follow-up support from the staff and detailed action plans to assist them in staying well for life.
You can find a comprehensive list of services offered by Landmark Recovery, insurance information and other useful information that will be helpful for anyone needing help in this area on their website.
We appreciate them for choosing to support the OK City Chorus.
For more information, see: https://landmarkrecovery.com/locations/oklahoma-city/
- OK City Chorus is Holding OPEN AUDITIONS
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Date Posted: Mon, Sep 27 2021
The OK City Chorus is a women's a cappella performing group that seeks singers of all ages and backgrounds for our semi-annual open auditions. We will be adding members for the upcoming show and competition season.
These auditions are to be held on Thursday, October 7th and Sunday, October 10th. Click here for more information.YouTube Video URL: Attachment: For more information, see: https://www.okcity.org/openauditions
- OK City Chorus to Perform at the State Fair
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Date Posted: Fri, Sep 24 2021
OK City Chorus is excited to be performing in public once again! We will be performing tonight (September 24) at The Bandshell at 6:30 p.m.
COME SEE US!!!
- OK City Chorus Welcomes New Sponsor
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Date Posted: Thu, Sep 16 2021
OK City Chorus is excited to welcome our new sponsor ... Blackmon Mooring!
Trusted fire, water and reconstruction services for all sizes since 1948, Blackmon Mooring is one of our newest sponsors, signing on in July of this year. This company has been active in helping thousands of home and business owners recover from all kinds of disasters, both big and small over the last 73 years. They have been named America’s longest-standing restoration company. They report that the average tenure of employees is ten plus years, and they have performed over 287,000 jobs in the last 10 years. They are proud of the fact that they work with their customers closely to help them understand what needs to be done, what they are going to do to fix the problem and what the customer can do as well. They offer 24/7 emergency service.
If you are in need of any of these services, please visit their website, where you will find a more detailed list of specific services that they offer. Their website and contact information is listed on our website under “Our Sponsors”. We welcome Blackmon Mooring to our Sponsor Family and appreciate their support.
For more information, see: https://www.bmscat.com/oklahoma-city/
- OK City Chorus Returns to Virtual Rehearsals
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Date Posted: Wed, Aug 25 2021
With the return and rise in COVID cases in the OK City area, the decision has been made to return to suspend in-person rehearsals and return to meeting via Zoom. This decision was not made lightly, but it is the desire of the chorus to keep all members safe during this uncertain time. A close eye is being kept on the numbers of cases and other information for the time being. Visitors are still welcome to join in the Zoom rehearsals. Interested ladies can receive more information by contacting the Membership Coordinator at membership@okcity.org.
The leadership is hopeful that this will not be a long-term practice, and the decision about rehearsal format is being made on a week-to-week basis.
- Allied Arts Presents Annual Allocation
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Date Posted: Wed, Jul 28 2021
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The OK City Chorus is proud to be a Member Agency of the Allied Arts of Oklahoma City. We are pleased to join them occasionally throughout the year at their on-site campaigns at businesses throughout the metro. However, unfortunately, we were not able to sing for them this past year. Donna Smith and Nancy Nortz, members of the chorus, represented us at the 2021 Partner Agency Allocation Presentations where they were presented with our gift for last year.
In 1971, Allied Arts was formed in 1971 to provide the community with a way to support the arts in central Oklahoma’s cultural groups. One single donation will help a variety of local arts organizations stay strong and provide quality programs to the public with the necessary tools and resources. With 25 member agencies, more than 600,000 arts experiences were provided for school-aged children in the last year. The organization also promotes arts education and raise awareness of the impact of the arts in schools, communities and the state. They also provide fundraising technical and organizational management support to help the member agencies in strong financial and operating standing.
Each year, Allied Arts sets a goal, and this year, the $3,649,484 raised broke the previous record. Over 40 local nonprofit arts organizations received some of these campaign funds.
The OK City Chorus is very grateful for the generosity of Allied Arts and are happy to continue to help them in their annual fundraising campaigns.For more information, see: alliedartsokc.com/
- In-Person Rehearsals Have Resumed in New Facility
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Date Posted: Tue, Jul 6 2021
In-person Rehearsals Have Resumed!
We are happy to announce that we have resumed our in-person rehearsals. We are following CDC recommendations by social distancing and keeping physical contact to a minimum. We are ready to welcome any women from the community who are interested in visiting to see what we do at a rehearsal. Rehearsals are every Tuesday beginning at 6:30 p.m. We will take your temperature when you enter the building; masks are not required but are encouraged if you would feel safer.
After many years, we have found a new rehearsal venue and are now meeting at the First United Methodist Church (First Church) located at 131 NW 4th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73104. There are two parking lots on the northeast side of the building with an entrance on 4th Street and one of 5th Street. You will be greeted by a member and directed to the rehearsal area. If you plan to attend, you might want to call 405-720-SING so that we can look for you.
We are always looking for new members to share in this wonderful hobby.
- Make Every Day Your Best Day!!!
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Date Posted: Sat, Jan 30 2021
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The Making of the Best Day Video
When the OK City Chorus was forced into isolation by COVID-19, we continued to “rehearse” via Zoom. It allowed us to stay connected and soothed our need for singing to a degree, but we longed to share our music with others. Luckily, virtual choir technology allows singers to do just that. Thus began our quest to continue spreading joy through a cappella barbershop harmony during this difficult time.
Click here for the rest of the story!
Make Every Day Your Best Day!!
OK City Chorus hopes you enjoy the finished product!
- OK City Christmas eCards on Sale
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Date Posted: Wed, Dec 2 2020
Looking for something different to send family and friends this holiday season? How about a customized and personalized ecard? With the award-winning OK City Chorus singing in the background this cheerful holiday card is sure to be a hit with everyone!
For a one-time fee of $25.00 this customized card is sent to your email to distribute to some or all. Order dates: December 1-20. Order your customized ecard today.
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- Allied Arts Participating in Nat'l Competition...
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Date Posted: Wed, Oct 7 2020
As an Allied Arts member agency, OK City Chorus is excited to share that Allied Arts has been selected as the only Oklahoma arts nonprofit to participate in a national fundraising competition. Donations made through A Community Thrives can qualify Allied Arts for matching dollars and for the chance to win a $100,000 grant award! Donate at alliedartsokc.com by October 16th to support Allied Arts and OUR efforts to educate Oklahoma youth through the arts. For more information, see: www.facebook.com/watch/?v=399941874325491
- It's Hip to Be Square - OK City Chorus Virtual Open House
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Date Posted: Mon, Sep 28 2020
The OK City Chorus is excited to host our first virtual Open House on Tuesday, October 13 at 6:30 p.m. We would love to welcome female singers in the Oklahoma City area to join us for a fun evening. However, since this is a virtual Open House, we would also love to welcome female singers from anywhere in the world to hop on in to our Hip Open House!!
For more information, call 405-720-SING (7464) or email membership@okcity.org.
- OK City Chorus Receives Grant from Oklahoma Arts Council
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Date Posted: Sun, Sep 20 2020
OK City Chorus has been awarded a grant from Oklahoma Arts Council to fund our "Best Day" virtual chorus project!!
It is great to know that they believe in the merits of our project, and the positive impact we can make by sharing our music with others.
We look forward to sharing the finished product in the coming weeks.
- OK City Receives Grant from Allied Arts OKC
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Date Posted: Wed, Aug 12 2020
Although the day looked much different this year, Allied Arts of OKC presented its member agents with grants from their highly successful annual fundraising event. The OK City Chorus is very grateful to be a member agent with Allied Arts and to be a recipient of one of these grants. YouTube Video URL: For more information, see: https://alliedartsokc.com/
- Happy 75th Birthday to Sweet Adelines
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Date Posted: Mon, Jul 13 2020
We are celebrating 75 years of Sweet Adelines beginning on our birthday, July 13 -- Barbershop Music Appreciation Day! Unfortunately our celebration in Louisville in October was cancelled but a virtual celebration will go on from today through October 17th. We look forward to celebrating 75 years of Sweet Adelines with you! Click here to join the celebration ... HAPPY 75th BIRTHDAY For more information, see: sweetadelines.com/75-Years
- International Competition News
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Date Posted: Thu, Jun 18 2020
Sweet Adelines International made an official announcement today that our International Competition to be held in Louisville, KY in October has been cancelled. Although we expected to hear this news, we are still disappointed that we won't be there to celebrate SAI's 75th Anniversary and to compete in the Harmony Classic competition this year.
However, we look forward to being back together soon to continue our preparation for the upcoming Region 25 competition in March 2021 and the 2021 International competition.
We also look forward to performing for YOU soon!
- Congratulations to a Beloved Former Member
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Date Posted: Thu, Jun 11 2020
Congratulations to Darlene Rogers, recipient of the 2020 President’s Lifetime Achievement Award! Darlene has been a Sweet Adeline for 52 years, and in that time her influence has extended to the many singers for whom she has served as coach, director, and vocal teacher. She is a member of the Sweet Adelines International Faculty, the Education Steering Committee for Regions #10 and #25, and was a member of the 1975 Region #10 Champion Quartet, Lady Luvs. She has previously served as assistant director of OK City Chorus and director of Oklahoma Jubilee Chorus and Texas Harmony Chorus. Along with Dale Syverson and Peggy Gram, Darlene produced the popular Sing, Baby, Sing series of educational materials. Her expressive style of teaching makes her a popular instructor, and we salute her dedication to barbershop singing and to the education of Sweet Adelines around the world. #GreatGulfCoastRegion10SweetAdelines#Region25SweetAdelines#TexasHarmonyChorus#LifeOnAHighNote #SweetAdelines
- OK City Chorus Says Thank You!
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Date Posted: Fri, May 8 2020
We are sending a shout out to all of the health care workers who are going above and beyond during this fight with COVID-19. The long hours that they are putting in doing their best to care for the sick while in harm's way is so much appreciated.
We especially thank our members who are serving: Barb Underwood, Lyn Graham, Kirstan Boyd, Jenny Spinelli, Amanda Coon and Afton Gilliland.
- Chorus Awards
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Date Posted: Tue, May 5 2020
We are pleased to announce the OK City Chorus award winners for 2019-2020!
The D.J. Hensley Award (Administrative Award) is presented to chorus members that have been expecially helpful to the Team Leader throughout. This year's award was presented by outgoing Team Leader, Sandy Peters, to two of our chorus members.
Congratulations to Donna Smith and Susan Gertson!!!
The Sweet Adeline of the Year Award/Opal Chandler Award is selected by a vote of the chorus membership. The person selected for this award is a member who always has the best interest of the chorus at heart, realizing that she is one ‘part’ of the much-larger ‘whole’. She gives her time, talents, and efforts to make herself the best member possible. She speaks positively about the chorus and happily responds to requests made of the membership. In short, she is the member you perceive as having given outstanding service to the chorus during the past year.
This year's recipient is Lyn Graham! Congratulations and thank you for all you do for the chorus.
- New Slate of Officers to be Installed
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Date Posted: Mon, May 4 2020
The OK City Chorus will be having it's first (and hopefully only!!!) virtual Installation "Banquet" tonight to install a new slate of officers. We are looking forward to an entertaining social event with our resident MC team of Lyn Graham and Barb Underwood as the leadership torch is passed from one leadership team to another.
Team Leader ... Susan Gertson (new)
Secretary ... Linda Hammett
Finance ... Julie Robinson
Event Coordinator ... Nancy Nortz
Membership ... Sarah Montgomery (new)
Music Services ... Jenifer Allbaugh
Promotions Coordinator ... Paula Reed
Director ... Mary Rhea
- Longevity Awards
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Date Posted: Sun, Mar 29 2020
CONGRATULATIONS to four of the OK City Chorus members who were recognized with longevity awards at the virtual RAMM meeting on Saturday, March 28, 2020. We are very proud of these ladies and the many hours they have poured into this art craft and the contributions they have made to our chorus, our region and our internation organization.
Celebrating 60 years with Sweet Adelines is:
Marcia Massey
Celebrating 25 years with Sweet Adelines are:
Betty Coleman
Lynn Downs
Patty McMillan
- Our 1st Virtual Rehearsal is in the Books
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Date Posted: Tue, Mar 17 2020
Well, it wasn't quite the same as being together but it was soooooo good to see each other and learn together! Nothing's gonna stop OK City!!!
- OK City Chorus Goes Virtual
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Date Posted: Mon, Mar 16 2020
In response to the social distancing recommendations, OK City Chorus will be participating in a virtual rehearsal on Tuesday, March 17th. There will be no rehearsal at St. Luke's United Methodist Church building this week. Please check back here each week for updates for the week's rehearsal venue.
Stay safe, healthy and take necessary precautions.
- Breaking News
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Date Posted: Thu, Mar 12 2020
Sweet Adelines International made a difficult decision today. They have decided to cancel all traditional Regional competitions for 2020. While we are sad to share that the contest has been cancelled, we are proud of our organization for recognizing the impact we can have in helping to stop the spread of Covid-19.
Stay tuned for more information on alternate contest plans as they become available.
- OK City Chorus Partners with OETA
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Date Posted: Mon, Mar 9 2020
We are proud that some of our OK City Chorus members were able to partner with OETA in their fundraising effort on Sunday, March 9. We love to be part of the community and add value wherever we are.
Thank you to those that participated for representing us so magnificently!
- OK City Chorus Goes PINK
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Date Posted: Sun, Feb 16 2020
A small group of the OK City Chorus was proud and honored to go PINK for Breast Cancer as they sang the National Anthem at the Women's OU basketball game on Sunday, January 20.
Several of our members are breast cancer survivors with the most recent being our fearless director, Mary Rhea.
- Another Session in the Books!
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Date Posted: Mon, Feb 10 2020
OK City Chorus spent the day Saturday honing our vocal skills with the amazing Dale Syverson under the direction of our amazing leader, Mary Rhea! We learned a lot and look forward to implementing our new skills at our rehearsal on Tuesday night so that we can WOW our audience on the Regional stage in Wichita, KS next month!
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- Region 25 Contest Order of Appearance Posted!!!
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Date Posted: Wed, Feb 5 2020
OK City Chorus will be Contestant Number 12 at our Region 25 competition on March 28 in Wichita, KS!! We are excited about this draw and looking forward to "having a little fun" entertaining our region and judges!
We also have some amazing quartets representing us on March 27.- Contestant #1 ... Swirl
- Contestant #11 ... Madison Avenue
- Contestant #18 ... Perpetual Sound
- Contestant #20 ... Wildfire!
Full list of competitors is available on the Sweet Adelines website.
- Coaching with Dale Syverson
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Date Posted: Wed, Jan 29 2020
OK City Chorus is excited to spend a full day with the amazing Dale Syverson on Satuday, February 8th. Dale is helping us hone our vocal skills in preparation for our upcoming Regional Contest in March and our Hamony Classic competition in October. This preparation also helps us be better performers when we entertain for events in and around Oklahoma City throughout the year.
(Group photo from last coaching session)
- Region 25 Quartet Retreat
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Date Posted: Sun, Jan 26 2020
OK City Chorus was well represented at Region 25's 2020 Quartet Retreat in Tulsa, OK this weekend. We had a total of 27 members present. One of our members, Donna Smith, and our director, Mary Rhea were part of the coaching faculty. We had ten chorus members in four of the quartets that were coached.and we had five members participate in the Harmony Roulette. Eleven members participated as observers. Several members were involved in the planning and preparation along with others from the region.
One of the highlights of the weekend were the general classes taught by Lindsay Chartier-Holdeman and Kim Vaughn. A great time was had by all and we are already looking forward to the next Regional event.
- First Rehearsal of 2020
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Date Posted: Wed, Jan 8 2020
OK City Chorus welcomed FOUR guests last night at our first rehearsal of 2020! We learned a new intro for our new uptune that we will be singing in Wichita, KS at our Region 25 Contest in March. We will be concentrating on refining this new uptune and our ballad over the next 12 weeks.
- OK City Offers Online Christmas Cards
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Date Posted: Sun, Dec 15 2019
Reduced pricing available beginning December 16th! Don't delay ... last day to order is December 23, 2019!
OK City chorus is pleased to offer online personalized Christmas Cards with a photo option. These cards will feature a festive song with beautiful graphics along with your personalized message and your photo. Your friends and family will be delighted with this special greeting!!
First personalized card now $10; each additional email address is $5.
To preview the card and for more information, click here ... Preview & Info.
To place your order, click here ... Order HereFor more information, see: www.okcity.org/online-Christmas-card
- Scissortail Park Performance On Love's Travel Stop Stage
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Date Posted: Tue, Dec 10 2019
OK City Chorus will be spreading holiday cheer on the Love's Travel Stop Stage in the beautiful Scissortail Park in downtown Oklahoma City on Friday, December 13 at 7 p.m.
You might even catch some of us strolling about singing on Saturday, December 14 around 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.! 'Tis the season!!!
Come one! Come all!For more information, see: web-extract.constantcontact.com/v1/social_annotation?permalink_uri=36l1Wtz&image_url=https%3A%2F%2Fmlsvc01-prod.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fbab12f05701%2F99082354-dc5a-4999-ae7b-171e67284174.png%3Fver%3D1575669770000&fbclid=IwAR1ydBmGxeLSGDWyklgNsX8OHwiwIR1xMZ9RkHchNbnWNvoyz6lmPSDB2Tg
- Tinsel, Tunes and Trivia
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Date Posted: Wed, Nov 13 2019
Tinsel, Tunes and Trivia
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Prizes
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Sing-along
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Trivia
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FUN!!!
SOLD OUT!!
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- Weekend with Santa
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Date Posted: Wed, Nov 13 2019
The OK City Chorus is excited to be performing at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 7th at the Myriad Botanical Gardens (301 W Reno Ave, Oklahoma City, OK) and again at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 8th. We hope to see you there. For more information, see: www.facebook.com/events/686047258574642/
- OK City Hosts 1st Annual Harmony Bazaar
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Date Posted: Sat, Nov 2 2019
The OK City Chorus was excited to host it's first annual Harmony Bazaar in downtown Edmond, Oklahoma. We had vendors with a wide variety of goods and services from all over the state. Stay tuned for details of our second annual Harmony Bazaar and make your plans to support us and our friends! Attachment:
- OK City Sings in Scissortail Park!
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Date Posted: Sun, Oct 6 2019
We were so excited to get to sing at the opening of Scissortail Park in downtown Oklahoma City last weekend. The beautification of our city is something we are very excited about and we loved getting to be a part of it. Temperatures were hot, so we had a great time cooling off after a sunny afternoon sing! Attachment: 
- OK City Chorus wins midsized chorus competition
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Date Posted: Sun, May 19 2019
OK City Chorus is pleased to announce their big win at the 2019 Regional Chorus competition in Little Rock, Arkansas!
The chorus placed 2nd in the contest's International division, placing us in the running for a wildcard bid to Louisville, Kentucky. Additionally, OK City Chorus is the 1st place AA chorus in the competition. We are so excited for the opportunity to represent our region in this role!
- OK City Chorus in the National news!
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Date Posted: Mon, Dec 24 2018
OK City’s own Marie Dallam hit the National scene on Christmas Eve when the world discovered her festive jingle bell skills! The Facebook video has gone viral and OK City is so glad to see that the public appreciates Marie as much as we do! For more information, see: https://www.wfla.com/national/chorus-sleigh-bell-ringer-slays-holiday-concert/1673856840
