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2:30pm PDT

Intro to Song Writing

Friday June 13, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

In this class, we'll briefly discuss the unique role that original songs can fill in the barbershop world. We'll go through the Song Start Process and come up with one or more ideas for a great Barbershop song. We'll follow the creation of a song from start to finish. You'll receive a Songwriter's Guide to help you along on your journey.

Faculty

Paul Olguin

Director, Springfield Sound / Springfield Metro Chorus

Director and Chapter Membership Development VP of Springfield Sound Chorus (BHS) - Springfield, MO. Also Director of Springfield Metro Chorus (SAI) Coach, Arranger, Songwriter, Tag Master, Woodshedding Guy, Former Harmony University Faculty.

Friday June 13, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA

CREATING HARMONY

8:30pm PDT

Introduction to Barbershop Harmony Improvisation.

Friday June 13, 2025 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT

TBA

This class is also offered in Session 6
In this workshop we will explore and develop the basic skills needed to begin to enjoy the mind-blowing practice of improvising in the barbershop style. Listening while singing. Anticipating the next suggested chord change. Quickly finding a missing note in a chord. Learning some general guidelines for the various voice parts. Enjoying the results of your discoveries.

Faculty

Paul Olguin

Director, Springfield Sound / Springfield Metro Chorus

Friday June 13, 2025 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA

CREATING HARMONY