Santa Cruz Barbershop http://www.scbarbershop.org 4-part harmony in Santa Cruz County Thu, 19 Jan 2012 03:03:25 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 It’s Valengram Time Again! Treat your Sweetie! http://www.scbarbershop.org/2012/01/its-valengram-time-again-treat-your-sweetie/ http://www.scbarbershop.org/2012/01/its-valengram-time-again-treat-your-sweetie/#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 01:23:30 +0000 lynda http://www.scbarbershop.org/?p=466 The Ringtones Quartet delivering a Valengram

The Ringtones Quartet delivers a Valengram to a lucky lady

Surprise your loved one with a Singing Valentine delivered by a Barbershop Quartet from The Gold Standard Chorus! Your sweetheart will receive two great old-time love songs in barbershop harmony, a romantic rose, and a customized Valentine card from you. And for that special touch, you can sing to your sweetheart with our quartet backup – call for details! We will deliver to residences, businesses, hospitals, restaurants, etc. within a 20-mile radius of Santa Cruz on both Sunday, Feb. 12th and Tuesday, Feb. 14th. Your Valengram will be scheduled upon receipt of payment.

Who: Your Sweetheart (or Mom, Dad, parents, siblings – anyone you love!) and a barbershop quartet from The Gold Standard Chorus
What: Personal delivery of a Valengram (Valentine Singing Telegram)
When: Sunday, Feb. 12 noon to 7:00pm, and Tuesday, Feb. 14 9:00 am to 8:00 pm (Other delivery times may be available – just ask us!)
Where: Your Choice – home, office, restaurant, hospital, it’s totally up to you
How: Call Valengram Central – 688-0909

Cost: $40 before Feb 7th, $45 from Feb. 8th to Feb. 14th

Reserve now - availability is limited and slots fill up quickly! (Checks or Money Orders made out to Gold Standard Chorus)

]]> http://www.scbarbershop.org/2012/01/its-valengram-time-again-treat-your-sweetie/feed/ 0 It’s Never Too Early to Think About Valentine’s Day http://www.scbarbershop.org/2012/01/its-never-too-early-to-think-about-valentines-day/ http://www.scbarbershop.org/2012/01/its-never-too-early-to-think-about-valentines-day/#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2012 02:18:13 +0000 lynda http://www.scbarbershop.org/?p=460 Yes, it’s that time again. Every year, the Gold Standard Chorus makes quartets available to deliver “singing telegrams” for Valentine’s day; we call them Valengrams! We are gearing up for Valentine’s Day 2012, are you? Just think of it – a loving surprise for your sweetheart in the form of a memorable Singing Valentine by The Gold Standard Chorus. Your special someone will be serenaded by a top-quality barbershop quartet, presented with a long-stemmed rose, a button, and a card with a personal message from you. Have it delivered at home, at work – or anywhere in the Santa Cruz area (within 20 miles).

So watch this space for further details, and get ready to give the gift of song to the one YOU love!

]]> http://www.scbarbershop.org/2012/01/its-never-too-early-to-think-about-valentines-day/feed/ 0 One-time Rehearsal Location Change http://www.scbarbershop.org/2012/01/one-time-rehearsal-location-change/ http://www.scbarbershop.org/2012/01/one-time-rehearsal-location-change/#comments Tue, 03 Jan 2012 03:43:10 +0000 lynda http://www.scbarbershop.org/?p=448 If your New Year’s resolution is to visit the Gold Standard Chorus at their Wed., Jan. 4th rehearsal, here’s where and when to do it!

7:00 pm to 9:30 pm – arrive early and stay late for the most fun, and opportunities to sing!
The Great Hall at Georgia Bruce Kirby Prep School
425 Encinal Street Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Park in the front lot — go North on River Street, left on Encinal, then make a left at the Kirby school sign just before the street ends (left onto Dubois), then a right into the lot — and enter through the FRONT of the school. Map.

We will be preparing quartets for Valengram deliveries in February. Ask us about surprising YOUR loved one with a singing Valentine!

See you there!

Please note: Beginning January 11th, we will be back at our regular location – Santa Cruz High School, in the music room.

]]> http://www.scbarbershop.org/2012/01/one-time-rehearsal-location-change/feed/ 0 Come On Down to Capitola! http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/12/436/ http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/12/436/#comments Wed, 14 Dec 2011 05:23:48 +0000 lynda http://www.scbarbershop.org/?p=436 Come on out to Capitola tomorrow night, Wednesday, 12/14/12, to enjoy an evening of caroling by the Gold Standard Chorus. We’ll be easy to find at the Capitola Mall and Trader Joe’s behind the mall. Meet up with us here:
  • 6:00 – 6:15 pm meet and warm up at Aegis on Soquel Ave. in Aptos
  • 6:15 – 7:00 pm Informal concert for residents at Aegis
  • 7:15 – 7:30 pm Sing at Capitola Mall by the fountain
  • 7:30 – 7:45 pm Sing at Capitola Mall by Santa’s Village
  • 8:00 – 8:15 pm Sing at Trader Joe’s, Capitola
  • 8:30 – ??? – Afterglow (Location TBA) – come sing some “tags” with us!

We look forward to seeing you there!

]]> http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/12/436/feed/ 0 late Nov / early Dec Rehearsal & Performance Schedule http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/11/late-nov-early-dec-rehearsal-performance-schedule/ http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/11/late-nov-early-dec-rehearsal-performance-schedule/#comments Wed, 23 Nov 2011 23:28:33 +0000 admin http://www.scbarbershop.org/?p=431 Three upcoming changes to our typical rehearsal calendar:

  • There will be no chorus meeting at Santa Cruz HS on Wednesday, Nov. 23.  Happy Thanksgiving!
  • On Wednesday, Nov. 30, we will hold an open rehearsal at Aegis of Aptos, meeting at 6:15pm..
  • On Wednesday, Dec. 14, we will again meet at 6:15 at Aegis for a caroling performance there, followed by caroling in Capitola near 41st Ave.

Happy Thanksgiving!

]]> http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/11/late-nov-early-dec-rehearsal-performance-schedule/feed/ 0 Announcements about upcoming Wednesdays http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/11/announcements-about-upcoming-wednesdays/ http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/11/announcements-about-upcoming-wednesdays/#comments Wed, 23 Nov 2011 05:00:41 +0000 admin http://www.scbarbershop.org/?p=429 Three upcoming changes to our typical rehearsal calendar:

  • There will be no chorus meeting at Santa Cruz HS on Wednesday, Nov. 23.  Happy Thanksgiving!
  • On Wednesday, Nov. 30, we will hold an open rehearsal at Aegis of Aptos, meeting at 6:15pm..
  • On Wednesday, Dec. 14, we will again meet at 6:15 at Aegis for a caroling performance there, followed by caroling in Capitola near 41st Ave.

Happy Thanksgiving!

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Our biggest school fundraiser yet is almost here!! To support vocal music in our county’s schools, we produce this benefit concert each year. With ten schools participating and award-winning young quartet, First Strike, as special guests, 2011 promises to be the best year ever!

When: Sunday, November 6, 2011
Matinee: 1:00 pm
Evening:  7:00 pm

Where: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium
307 Church Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Box Office Phone: 831-420-5260

Matinee: 1:00 p.m.

Georgiana Bruce Kirby Preparatory School

Monterey Bay Academy

Santa Cruz High School

Scotts Valley High School

Soquel High School

Evening: 7:00 p.m.

Aptos High School

Monte Vista Christian School

Pacific Collegiate School

San Lorenzo Valley High School

St. Francis Central Coast Catholic High School

Guest quartet (Matinee & Evening): First Strike, 1st Place 2011 Far Western District Northern California Novice Quartet Contest

Tickets: $15 advance / $20 door – Limited VIP $20 advance / $25 door (12 & under free w/ adult). scbarbershop.org & santacruztickets.com. More information: 831-252-0066

Want to help some more? Click here to become a sponsor!

Since 2003, these benefits have raise over $45,000 to support vocal music in our county schools.

]]> http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/10/408/feed/ 0 We love our community! http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/10/we-love-our-community/ http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/10/we-love-our-community/#comments Sun, 02 Oct 2011 02:59:00 +0000 lynda http://www.scbarbershop.org/?p=386 Many thanks to all the wonderful folks who participated in our Learn 2 Sing 4 Free (L2S4F) program! We wrapped up our six-week program with voice teacher Randy Meyers, who shared with us the differences between a cappella styles and walked us through singing examples of the barbershop style. Although the L2S4F is over, we always encourage our friends in the community to join us at our weekly rehearsals – come to listen, stay to sing, you’re always welcome!

More Community Support

The Santa Cruz Gold Standard Chorus was out in full gear last night to support our newest member, Nick Roberto, who plays a supporting role in the current production of the Scotts Valley Performing Arts production of Annie Get Your Gun. And in the title role, long-time chorus supporter Zina Urquhart, who directs the choir at Santa Cruz High School. This pistol-packin’ lady is one ton of talent in a small package! And the rest of the cast keeps the show rolling and the applause coming throughout the night.

It was a gala event for the opening night performance, and we all had a wonderful time. We highly recommend that you make plans to see this delightful show before it closes – any Friday or Saturday night or Sunday afternoon between now and October 16th.

]]> http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/10/we-love-our-community/feed/ 0 Learn 2 Sing 4 Free http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/08/learn-2-sing-4-free/ http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/08/learn-2-sing-4-free/#comments Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:59:22 +0000 Lara http://www.scbarbershop.org/?p=363 6 Free singing lessons starting August through September 28. No strings attached - nothing required but your attendance and enthusiasm.

NO previous experience necessary! Group lessons led by experienced vocal instructors.

Weds August 24……..Santa Cruz H.S. Music Room
Weds August 31……..Santa Cruz H.S. Music Room
Weds Sept  7………….Santa Cruz H.S. Music Room
Weds Sept 14…………Santa Cruz H.S. Music Room
Weds Sept 21…………Santa Cruz H.S. Music Room
Weds Sept 28…………Santa Cruz H.S. Music Room

Please call Gerry Stone for details – and to reserve your seat – at 335-2201.

]]> http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/08/learn-2-sing-4-free/feed/ 0 Rehearsal Locations: August 17 – September 28 http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/08/rehearsal-locations-august-17-september-28/ http://www.scbarbershop.org/2011/08/rehearsal-locations-august-17-september-28/#comments Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:55:07 +0000 Lara http://www.scbarbershop.org/?p=360 Hello, there! Please feel free to Come Sing With Us at our open rehearsals at the the following locations on the following dates:

Weds August 17……..Peachwoods Banquet Room
Weds August 24……..Santa Cruz H.S. Music Room
Weds August 31……..Santa Cruz H.S. Music Room
Weds Sept  7………….Santa Cruz H.S. Music Room
Weds Sept 14…………Santa Cruz H.S. Music Room
Weds Sept 21…………Santa Cruz H.S. Music Room
Weds Sept 28…………Santa Cruz H.S. Music Room

Learn 2 Sing 4 Free Aug 24 – Sep 28 – NO Experience Necessary!

The addresses are as follows:

Peachwood’s Inn at Pasatiempo, 555 Highway 17, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Santa Cruz High School, 415 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (Music building is one-story building adjacent to the High School on California St.)

 

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