HarmoCast - Alexandria Harmonizers Barbershop Podcast

Maxx imum Barbershop Impact – Maxx Factor – Show #17

admin — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:35:56 +0000

Maxx Factor

Today’s interview is with a group of ladies who definitely know how to get the job done. They are extremely entertaining to see live and have a balance and vocal blend that creates a huge sound.

Their accomplishments include:

2008 Sweet Adelines Region 19 Quartet Champions

2009 Mid-Atlantic Harmony Sweepstakes Champions

2009 National Harmony Sweepstakes Champions

2010 NBC SING OFF Contestant

2010 Sweet Adelines International Quartet Third Place Medalists

See them online at www.maxxfactorquartet.com

Need 2 tickets to the Choir of the World Concert? dean (at) harmocast.com and they’re yours.

Can’t get to the show but would still like to see it? Purchase the Choir of the World Webcast

How To Produce A Great Barbershop Show #16

admin — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 13:11:37 +0000

This weeks interview is with Ken Fess, the producer of the Choir of the World concert coming up on June 27 and as it turns out has produced over 85 concerts for the Alexandria Harmonizers.

Enjoy some insider details about the planning behind this great show and in turn some tips that you can use for planning and producing your own chapter (or other) shows.

If distance precludes your attending the concert you’ll want to sign up now for the Choir of the World Webcast.

Thanks to Jordan Truesdell for the audio feedback & questions.

Just Let Go and Live The Story – Geri Geis – Show #15

admin — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 18:45:31 +0000

Today’s interview is with another incredible individual. For years Geri traveled the world as a performer in acting, dance and music. Then a chance meeting 28 years ago with a curious Harmonizer began a relationship that brought gold medals to the chorus and continues to this day. Enjoy a glimpse into the life of this amazing person.

There are still a few seats left for the Choir of the World Concert! Get your tickets today… If you’d like to watch from afar sign up for the Choir of the World Webcast.

We want to hear from YOU! Skype ID: Harmocast – call and leave us a message! Make it interesting or funny and we’ll include it on the show. You can also call (703) 794-2730 and leave a voice message – or just record something to an .mp3 file and email to info (at) harmocast (dot) com

Want to teach a tag on the show? Just record a tag teaching segment and email to the same address.

eXtreme Quartetting and Harmony Brigade – Charlie Rose & Duane Henry – Show #14

admin — Sat, 29 May 2010 18:46:01 +0000

Charlie Rose, Chuck Greene, Neal Siegal, Duane Henry

Having trouble getting enough quartetting in your life? Follow Charlie’s example and just do whatever it takes to make it happen… Of course, now that there are multiple brigades operating across the country you should be able to find a cure for your quartet itch.

Today we talk to Charlie Rose – founder of the North Carolina Harmony Brigade and Duane Henry one of the co-founder of the Indiana Harmony Brigade.

If you would like more information about attending (or starting your own) Harmony Brigade go to HarmonyBrigade.org

Don’t miss the Choir of the World Concert! Get your tickets today…

Want to teach a tag on the show? Just record a tag teaching segment and email to the same address.

Barbershop Harmony Youth Quartet Camp – Mike Fasano & Tony Colosimo – Show #13

admin — Sat, 22 May 2010 20:28:00 +0000

Today’s show is a special treat – an interview with two of the leaders in the Youth in Harmony program for the Mid Atlantic District. One of my favorite things to do each year is attend Harmony College East and besides staying up all night singing tags my second favorite thing is watching the youth quartets on the Friday and Saturday night shows.

After talking to Tony & Mike I have an even greater respect for what they do and the impact it can have on the future of our hobby.

Would you like to make a difference in the life of a young person in your life? Sponsor them or their quartet to this fantastic weekend!

For more info -Harmony College East

or email Mike at YIHinMAD@gmail.com

To Advance You Need To Retreat – Show #12

admin — Thu, 20 May 2010 16:17:59 +0000

Today’s show is an interview with Chuck McKeever – we talk about choreo plans and practice, quality coaching and the upcoming Harmonizers retreat weekend.

Don’t miss the chance to see the Choir of the World concert on June 27. There are only a few seats left so order your tickets at www.AlexandriaHarmonizersPresent.com

Also, don’t miss Harmony College East coming up in a couple of weeks.

Want to change the life of a young person and also ensure the continuation of our society? Sponsor a young singer or quartet and help them get to the Youth In Harmony Camp that happens each year as part of HCE. Only a few days left to register.

Presentation Coaching… It’s Not Just For Contest – Cindy Hansen Interview, Show # 11

admin — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 02:16:24 +0000

With an incredible resume that includes working with and designing gold medal packages for choruses like Masters of Harmony and Vocal Majority along with quartets like Acoustix, The Ritz, Nightlife, FRED, 4 Voices and many, many more – Cindy Hansen is sought after the world over for her high energy coaching style and incredibly creative ideas.

Cindy graciously carved some time out of her busy travel schedule to talk about her current life as a coach, how she got started and what drives her to continue to be passionate about her craft.

I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did getting to know her.

Want to teach a tag on the show? Just record a tag teaching segment and email to the same address.

Marketing 101 for your Barbershop Chorus – Show #10

admin — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 22:18:15 +0000

Whether you’re a Barbershop chorus, civic or other non-profit organization you know the frustration that comes from traditional marketing efforts. Unfortunately, it’s very difficult for most of us to step outside the comfort zone of doing things the way we’ve always done them.

So, we just do the same things twice as hard – kind of like a department store losing a couple cents on every sale but trying to make it up in volume.

Can you step outside your box? Analyze your marketing piece from a ‘non-barbershopper’ perspective? Find a way to communicate and appeal to a true outsider?

Harmonizers Scipio Garling and Noah Van Gilder share their insight into successful marketing philosophy and strategy.
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We love audio files! Send us a comment, question or clarify something we totally botched on the show! or – teach us a tag…
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Speaking of tags… we received an excellent one from Ryan Griffith at www.VocalCuts.com. Check it out at the end of the show.

2009 Choir Of The World – Westminster Chorus. Interview with Justin Miller Show #9

admin — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 01:35:04 +0000

Not only is he by extrapolation the 2009 Choir Director of the World winner – Justin Miller is just a genuinely nice guy.

We are honored to be able to gather some insights into the world champion Westminster Chorus through the eyes of their current director. Not only is it a lesson in what makes this great chapter tick but also in how to make the most of the Barbershop experience that you desire from your chorus.

We can’t all look the same – but – if you begin with the end goal in mind you really can design a singing experience that is incredibly fulfilling and who knows… you may be the next international champion also. Having fun and singing great are not mutually exclusive.

‘Heatin up the Pipes’ – Vocal Warm-Ups Demystified. Show #8

admin — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 20:19:35 +0000

“I’ve been talking all day – I don’t need to warm up”

If you’ve ever heard that comment (or made it) before chorus or quartet rehearsal you need to listen to this interview.

Vocal technician, Will Cox, reveals the secrets behind getting yourself mentally and physically prepared for creating incredible vocal tone.

Will mentioned a BHS publication – Effective Choral Warm-ups

Also mentioned was a handout that Joe Cerutti uses in his classes at Harmony University. Please contact Joe directly for this as there is a bit of explanation involved.