National Barbershop Music Appreciation Day
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Celebrate National Barbershop Music Appreciation Day with a virtual barbershop quartet concert - enjoy classic tunes and timeless harmonies!
Get ready to show your appreciation for the sweet sounds of barbershop music on July 13th as we celebrate National Barbershop Music Appreciation Day! This special day was created to honor the unique and timeless style of a cappella harmony that originated in the late 19th century. Since then, it has become a beloved musical genre with many fans around the world. Whether you’re an experienced singer or just appreciate the sound, there are many ways you can join in on this day of celebration – from attending a local performance to hosting a sing-along with friends!
Attend a barbershop quartet performance and experience the close harmony that is barbershop music. Appreciate the hard work the performers put into their craft.
Take a trip to a barbershop museum and learn about the history of barbershop music. Learn about the great singers, songwriters, and arrangers who have helped shape this art form.
Browse through your local record store and find some classic barbershop recordings. Enjoy listening to the greats from yesterday and today.
Gather up some family members or friends and learn to sing some classic barbershop tunes. Practice until you can do it without accompaniment.
Enroll in an online course and learn how to arrange your own music for a four part harmony. Put your knowledge to the test by arranging your favorite barbershop tune.
Barbershop music Appreciation Day serves to recognize and support the unique style of vocal jazz known as barbershop harmony. This music is a genre all its own that dates back to the early 20th century - so it's important to keep this art form alive!
Barbershop music has a rich history, evolving from minstrel songs of the 19th century and becoming popularized in vaudeville shows in the early 20th century. National Barbershop Music Appreciation Day honors the contributions made by everyone involved in its creation and development, both past and present.
Not only does Barbershop Music Appreciation Day honor those who created and shaped the art form, but it also helps preserve the legacy of this beloved type of music for years to come. By celebrating this day, we can ensure that barbershop continues on for generations!