This spring/summer has been a season of exciting growth for London Chorus, as we’ve welcomed not just one, but three incredible new members to our risers! Each has brought her own energy, talent, and love of music, adding strength to our sound and joy to our community.
Dawn joined our bass section, bringing warmth, resonance, and a welcoming smile that grounds our harmony.
At London Chorus, it’s not just the singing that makes us shine—it’s the incredible teamwork that happens behind the scenes. From board members to choreographers, fundraisers to riser-wranglers, and so many more… it truly takes everyone to keep the harmony going strong.
This week, we handed out certificates of thanks to everyone who plays a role in making our chorus thrive—and surprise—that means all of us!
Here’s to every voice, every helping hand, and every heart that keeps our chorus standing tall and singing proud!
June offers us the opportunity to reflect, learn, and celebrate. Pride Month and National Indigenous History Month both remind us of the strength found in identity, community, and resilience.
At London Chorus, we are committed to creating a space where every voice is welcomed, respected, and valued. This month, we honour the diverse stories and rich contributions of Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island, and we stand in support of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community as we celebrate love, expression, and the right to belong.
Harmony isn’t just something we sing—it’s something we strive to live.
We had the honour of singing O Canada on Father's Day, at the 4th Annual Pack the Park event, with the London Majors. It was the perfect summer afternoon for baseball, community, and song—and the Majors topped it all off with a thrilling 6–5 win!
Thanks to the London Majors for inviting us to be part of such a memorable day. Our lucky streak still stands: they’ve never lost a game when we sing the anthem!
This was a fun evening where members formed brand new trios and quartets and performed for one another.
MC’d by our amazing director, Julia. Each group added their own unique style to the songs they shared, creating a night full of laughter, creativity, and (of course) harmony. We loved hearing every voice shine!
Amid all the Region 2 contest excitement, we also took time to celebrate 71 amazing years as a Sweet Adelines chapter!
Our fabulous baritones threw us the purrrrrfect birthday bash—complete with a Stray Cat theme, a photo booth, games, and plenty of people-treats! Thank you to our Bari section for all the creativity, fun, and thoughtfulness you brought to the evening.
Here’s to the music, the memories, and the friendships that make every year better than the last!
Contest weekend was amazing!
We were proud to serve as Chapter Assistant Chorus at this year’s Region 2 Contest & Convention lMay 1 & 2 - and wow, did we keep busy! We had the honour of chaperoning competing quartets and choruses through the contest pattern, helping guests find their way, and holding down the fort at the Boutique table. It was a joy to support Region 2 in such a hands-on way!
But that’s not all! We also had the opportunity to perform for evaluation, and we’re so grateful for the judges' thoughtful feedback. AND—as the 2024 outgoing Champion Chorus—we closed the weekend with a special performance package that, if you saw it, you know was the purrrrrfect fit for us!
Back in Harmony with Jordan Travis!
We were thrilled to welcome Jordan Travis back to London Chorus as we prepare for Regionals 2025. Having him with us always feels like reuniting with a good friend—someone who knows just how to push us higher and ring those chords just right!
Thank you, Jordan, for your energy, insight, and harmony-driven magic! We can’t wait to put your direction into action at rehearsal tonight and we're excited to hit the stage!
Today, we’re celebrating the rich tradition of ringing chords, close harmony, and the joy of quartet singing!
April 11 marks the anniversary of the organized barbershop movement, which officially began in 1938. Since then, barbershop quartets have been bringing people together with music, laughter, and lifelong friendships.
We’re proud to be part of this tradition through our own London Chorus quartets—past and present—who embody the spirit, fun, and artistry of barbershop harmony. Here's to the music, the memories, and the magical sound of four voices coming together as one!
We had an unbelievably amazing coaching session this past Saturday with the incredibly talented Holli Houtz! Holli, a fourth-generation barbershopper, has harmony in her DNA and brings a wealth of experience and passion to her coaching.
Not only is she the director of the Grand Rapids Chorus of Sweet Adelines, but she's also an accomplished competitor, with her quartet earning the title of 2023 Rising Star Quartet Champion. And she recently passed the Sweet Adelines International Director Certification Program (DCP)! Her dedication to barbershop is truly inspiring.
