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Causes: Arts & Culture, Arts Education, Performing Arts, Singing & Choral Groups
Mission: The Arlingtones Barbershop Chorus is a non-profit co-ed/mixed singing group dedicated to preserving and performing barbershop music in and around Arlington VA. We are part of the Barbershop Harmony Society, which is a national organization that provides active programs and resources in music education, publishing, performance, and community outreach. Since 1957, the Arlingtones and our chapter quartets have provided a fun tradition of clean, energetic, quality entertainment for a variety of functions. Our programs include holiday concerts, singing valentines, free guest lessons and holiday cheer at metro stations. Each fall, we produce and perform an original barbershop production which includes guest performers and an after-glow (party time
Target demographics: people learn new skills and make friends
Direct beneficiaries per year: 15 new singers and 300 listeners
Geographic areas served: teaching music to the community and entertaining in the community
Programs: Ready-set-sing, Fall show, county Fair, holiday music at metro stations
The Arlingtones are a great community a cappella group based in Arlington, Virginia! From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and included. The singers are friendly and really helpful with any musical questions. During the winter, they kick into holiday mode, but performances are all year long around the DMV, including a special appearance at an upcoming Commanders game! All are welcome to join, regardless of musical knowledge. Come join a rehearsal!
