Barbershop chorus offers free singing lessons starting Oct. 7
Men and Women of all ages are invited to participate in free singing lessons provided through the Brotherhood of Harmony, the county's premier a cappella chorus.
Brian Cromer, music director of the Brotherhood of Harmony, is teaching a free course titled "Ready, Set, Sing!" in Palatine.
"Give us six Thursday evenings," Cromer said, "and we'll give you the skills you need to experience all the fun of solo or group singing."
Classes run Thursdays at 7 p.m., for 50 minutes each from Oct. 7 through Nov. 11 at DeerGrove Covenant Church, 225 E Helen Road, Palatine. Singers of all skill levels and experience are invited, and all learning materials are free.
"You don't even need to be able to read music,"Cromer said. "We'll teach you everything you need to know to sing richly and produce ear-pleasing resonant chords. Our participants will quickly be producing beautiful harmony without the aid of instruments and in the company of a great bunch of fellow singers."
"In our experience, we have found that everyone enjoys singing. Whether it be in church, in the car, or in the shower, people have a natural desire to express themselves in song," Ted Gault, president of the Brotherhood of Harmony, said. "But many of us are unsure about singing in front of others. Through this program, we want to help everyone get the most beautiful sound possible from their voice."
Advance registrations are appreciated, while walk-ins will be welcome. Register online at BrotherhoodOfHarmony.org or for information, send an email to FreeSingingLessonsBrotherhood@gmail.com.
The Brotherhood of Harmony, part of the 80,000-member Barbershop Harmony Society, always welcomes new singers.
Name: Ready, Set, Sing!
What: Free singing lessons courtesy of the Brotherhood of Harmony.
When: Thursdays at 7 pm from October 7 through November 11.
Where: DeerGrove Covenant Church, 225 E Helen Rd, Palatine, IL 60067.
Who: Men and Women, young and old, that have always wanted to sing, or would like to hone their singing skills.
Safety: Everyone wears a mask, vaccinated or not. We'll even provide you with your own singing masks.
Cost: FREE, there is no cost. Materials will be provided.
Register: Online at BrotherhoodOfHarmony.org for more information and to register. Email FreeSingingLessonsBrotherhood@gmail.com with any questions.