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WHO WE ARE

We are Barbershoppers! And, what is “Barbershop?” Simply put, it is men’s four-part vocal harmony; one of a very few original American art forms, it continues to be vibrant today! According to the Barbershop Harmony Society, “It is music in a very pure form created with nothing but the human voices coming together to create a rich and satisfying texture that is pleasing to the ears and invigorating to the soul”.

The High Mountain Chordsmen is the men’s chorus representing the Prescott chapter (one of over 800) of the Barbershop Harmony Society. The Barbershop Harmony Society was founded in 1938 and has grown to include nearly 30,000 members in the U.S. and Canada, plus affiliates worldwide. Our chapter, chartered in 1974, is part of the Far Western District, one of 17, which includes Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada and southern Utah.

We are dedicated to learning, teaching, enjoying and performing the unique American art form of men’s four part harmony in the Barbershop style. We have been entertaining the people of the Tri-City Area for over 35 years. We have performed at the Yavapai College Performance Hall, the historic Elk’s Opera House, the Sharlot Hall Museum, and the Prescott Resort. Every year our quartets deliver Singing Valentines to many appreciative lovers!

In October of 2009 and 2010 our chapter hosted the “Real Men Sing” event at Mile High Middle School. The all day event was aimed at male singers ranging from 5th grade to adult, with the goal to encourage young men to enjoy singing and to join their school choruses. It began in the morning with harmony workshops and concluded with an evening public performance by over 100 male a cappella singer, ranging in age from 10 to 82!

During December the chapter presents holiday music throughout the Prescott and Prescott Valley areas. We have performed at Acker Night, in local Christmas Parades, at Heritage Park Zoo, and at most senior and assisted living centers throughout the area. Our schedule for last December included 16 performances!

UPDATED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS: November 17, 2011

PRESCOTT CHAPTER
VISION STATEMENT

The Prescott Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society is to be an ever-growing group of singing men, recognized for excellence in the performance of a cappella music in the Barbershop style. They shall be dedicated to celebrating and supporting vocal music in the community and its schools.

OUR MISSION

As a fraternity of male singers, committed to musical excellence in the performance of Barbershop Harmony, the Prescott AZ Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society:

1. Will promote a fulfilling Barbershop experience for each member through fellowship, the pursuit of excellence in chorus and quartet singing, and involvement in Chapter, Division, District and Society sponsored activities

2. Will encourage the development of vocal and performance skills for each member

3. Will create a supportive and enthusiastic atmosphere in which men of all ages and abilities can improve their musical skills

4. Will hone members’ performance skills through regular rehearsals, coaching and participation in chorus and quartet competitions

5. Will actively support and encourage the development and promotion of quartets and quartet singing

6. Will actively recruit new members in order to perpetuate the Barbershop style, our Chapter and the Society

7. Will encourage the participation of members in chapter activities

8. Will strive for high quality and engaging entertainment, actively seeking opportunities for public performance

9. Will take a leadership role in preserving and encouraging vocal music in our schools and community, and

10. Will contribute to our local community by participating in community events and offering time, talent and funds to selected institutions and charitable organizations.