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Thursday, June 11
 

1:00pm PDT

Arrangers Workshop 101 (Additional Registration Required)
Thursday June 11, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
TBA
AW101:  The Less Experienced & Beginner Group will focus on introducing/reviewing the basic principles of Music Theory & Barbershop Harmony and how they apply to arranging a song in the Barbershop Style.   Participants may or may not have education/experience in other musical styles and may or may not have been to a Barbershop arranging class before or worked on arranging a song/s in the...
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Faculty
avatar for Janice Wheeler

Janice Wheeler

Arrangers Workshop
Longtime Region 13 Arranger Education Specialist and Coordinator of the Region 13 Arrangers WorkShop at HCNW, and the Tag Writing Contest cosponsored by Region 13 and HCNW. Faculty for Region 13 and HCNW. Holds multiple Specialist Certificates from Berklee College of Music including... Read More →
Thursday June 11, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
TBA
  ARRANGING

1:00pm PDT

Arrangers Workshop 201 (Additional Registration Required)
Thursday June 11, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
TBA
AW201: Description will be coming
Faculty
avatar for Zach Groeblinghoff

Zach Groeblinghoff

Faculty, Coach
Zach Groeblinghoff is a native of O’Fallon, Missouri (near St. Louis). He has studied under the baton of Dr. Brad Holmes at Millikin University and received his B.A. in Music Education, Vocal Emphasis in 2013.

He has taught music and choirs in elementary, middle, and high schools since. Zach currently teaches choir, music theory and composition, and Theatre at Caldwell High School in Idaho. He’s been at Caldwell High since 2017. His choirs continually receive Superior ratings at choral... Read More →
Thursday June 11, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
TBA
  ARRANGING

1:00pm PDT

Arrangers Workshop 301 (Additional Registration Required)
Thursday June 11, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
TBA
AW301: Description will be coming
Faculty
avatar for Chuck Roegiers

Chuck Roegiers

Coach, Arrangers Workshop
avatar for Mike Menefee

Mike Menefee

Arranger
I have been the lucky recipient of endless forebearance and generosity from choruses and choirs as I honed my skills by trying out silly bits on them. I have been arranging Barbershop music for more than 40 years, and am always learning and finding joy in the process!
Thursday June 11, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
TBA
  ARRANGING

1:00pm PDT

Directors Workshop (Additional Registration Required)
Thursday June 11, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
TBA
Dr. Don Campbell and Rich Lapp are working together to offer a one-of-a-kind workshop for directors and assistant directors, of all levels, from around the Northwest.  In addition to the workshop, Don and Rich will be teaching classes and providing director coaching classes which are listed in SCHED.SCHEDULE OVERVIEW:Thursday1-2:30pm - Introductions, open discussion2:30-5pm - Scheduled small...
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Faculty
avatar for Rich Lapp

Rich Lapp

Faculty, Coach
Rich Lapp is a retired high school choral director with 34 years in the classroom. He concluded his final two years as a professional educator in the role of Supervisor of Music and Art for the Boise School District. In his retirement, he works primarily as a handyman, doing light... Read More →
avatar for Dr. Don Campbell

Dr. Don Campbell

Directors College, Harmony University
Dr. Don Campbell is Professor Emeritus of Music and former Director of Choral Activities at Southern Wesleyan University in Central, South Carolina. As a guest conductor and clinician he has been to seventeen states, Canada, Scotland, Ireland, The Netherlands, Germany, New Zealand... Read More →
Thursday June 11, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
TBA
  DIRECTING, DIRECTING

1:00pm PDT

HCNW Harmony Platoon (Additional Registration Required)
Thursday June 11, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
TBA
Schedule: ​https://sites.google.com/view/harmonyplatoon/hcnw-platoon​​​
Thursday June 11, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

4:30pm PDT

Dinner - Thursday (Workshops/Early Arrival Only)
Thursday June 11, 2026 4:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
TBA
Breakfast!
Thursday June 11, 2026 4:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
TBA
  MEAL

7:00pm PDT

Arrangers Workshop 101 (Additional Registration Required)
Thursday June 11, 2026 7:00pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
AW101:  The Less Experienced & Beginner Group will focus on introducing/reviewing the basic principles of Music Theory & Barbershop Harmony and how they apply to arranging a song in the Barbershop Style.   Participants may or may not have education/experience in other musical styles and may or may not have been to a Barbershop arranging class before or worked on arranging a song/s in the...
See More →
Faculty
avatar for Janice Wheeler

Janice Wheeler

Arrangers Workshop
Longtime Region 13 Arranger Education Specialist and Coordinator of the Region 13 Arrangers WorkShop at HCNW, and the Tag Writing Contest cosponsored by Region 13 and HCNW. Faculty for Region 13 and HCNW. Holds multiple Specialist Certificates from Berklee College of Music including... Read More →
Thursday June 11, 2026 7:00pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  ARRANGING

7:00pm PDT

Arrangers Workshop 201 (Additional Registration Required)
Thursday June 11, 2026 7:00pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
AW201: Description will be coming.
Faculty
avatar for Zach Groeblinghoff

Zach Groeblinghoff

Faculty, Coach
Zach Groeblinghoff is a native of O’Fallon, Missouri (near St. Louis). He has studied under the baton of Dr. Brad Holmes at Millikin University and received his B.A. in Music Education, Vocal Emphasis in 2013.

He has taught music and choirs in elementary, middle, and high schools since. Zach currently teaches choir, music theory and composition, and Theatre at Caldwell High School in Idaho. He’s been at Caldwell High since 2017. His choirs continually receive Superior ratings at choral... Read More →
Thursday June 11, 2026 7:00pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  ARRANGING

7:00pm PDT

Arrangers Workshop 301 (Additional Registration Required)
Thursday June 11, 2026 7:00pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
AW301: Description will be coming
Faculty
avatar for Chuck Roegiers

Chuck Roegiers

Coach, Arrangers Workshop
avatar for Mike Menefee

Mike Menefee

Arranger
I have been the lucky recipient of endless forebearance and generosity from choruses and choirs as I honed my skills by trying out silly bits on them. I have been arranging Barbershop music for more than 40 years, and am always learning and finding joy in the process!
Thursday June 11, 2026 7:00pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  ARRANGING

7:00pm PDT

Directors Workshop (Additional Registration Required)
Thursday June 11, 2026 7:00pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
Dr. Don Campbell and Rich Lapp are working together to offer a one-of-a-kind workshop for directors and assistant directors, of all levels, from around the Northwest.  In addition to the workshop, Don and Rich will be teaching classes and providing director coaching classes which are listed in SCHED.SCHEDULE OVERVIEW:Thursday1-2:30pm - Introductions, open discussion2:30-5pm - Scheduled small...
See More →
Faculty
avatar for Rich Lapp

Rich Lapp

Faculty, Coach
Rich Lapp is a retired high school choral director with 34 years in the classroom. He concluded his final two years as a professional educator in the role of Supervisor of Music and Art for the Boise School District. In his retirement, he works primarily as a handyman, doing light... Read More →
avatar for Dr. Don Campbell

Dr. Don Campbell

Directors College, Harmony University
Dr. Don Campbell is Professor Emeritus of Music and former Director of Choral Activities at Southern Wesleyan University in Central, South Carolina. As a guest conductor and clinician he has been to seventeen states, Canada, Scotland, Ireland, The Netherlands, Germany, New Zealand... Read More →
Thursday June 11, 2026 7:00pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  DIRECTING, DIRECTING

7:00pm PDT

HCNW Harmony Platoon (Additional Registration Required)
Thursday June 11, 2026 7:00pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
Schedule: https://sites.google.com/view/harmonyplatoon/hcnw-platoon
Thursday June 11, 2026 7:00pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING
 
Friday, June 12
 

7:00am PDT

Breakfast - Friday (Workshops/Early Arrival only)
Friday June 12, 2026 7:00am - 9:00am PDT
TBA
Breakfast!
Friday June 12, 2026 7:00am - 9:00am PDT
TBA
  MEAL

8:30am PDT

Arrangers Workshop 101 (Additional Registration Required)
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
AW101:  The Less Experienced & Beginner Group will focus on introducing/reviewing the basic principles of Music Theory & Barbershop Harmony and how they apply to arranging a song in the Barbershop Style.   Participants may or may not have education/experience in other musical styles and may or may not have been to a Barbershop arranging class before or worked on arranging a song/s in the...
See More →
Faculty
avatar for Janice Wheeler

Janice Wheeler

Arrangers Workshop
Longtime Region 13 Arranger Education Specialist and Coordinator of the Region 13 Arrangers WorkShop at HCNW, and the Tag Writing Contest cosponsored by Region 13 and HCNW. Faculty for Region 13 and HCNW. Holds multiple Specialist Certificates from Berklee College of Music including... Read More →
avatar for Mike Rosen

Mike Rosen

Faculty
Mike Rosen started using the music notation software Nightingale in the early 90s, when he got tired of singing from third-generation copies of poorly written mimeographs. He went to Finale NotePad around 2002, then PrintMusic, and finally the full Finale. Back then, SPEBSQSA was... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  ARRANGING

8:30am PDT

Arrangers Workshop 201 (Additional Registration Required)
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
AW201: Description will be coming
Faculty
avatar for Zach Groeblinghoff

Zach Groeblinghoff

Faculty, Coach
Zach Groeblinghoff is a native of O’Fallon, Missouri (near St. Louis). He has studied under the baton of Dr. Brad Holmes at Millikin University and received his B.A. in Music Education, Vocal Emphasis in 2013.

He has taught music and choirs in elementary, middle, and high schools since. Zach currently teaches choir, music theory and composition, and Theatre at Caldwell High School in Idaho. He’s been at Caldwell High since 2017. His choirs continually receive Superior ratings at choral... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  ARRANGING

8:30am PDT

Arrangers Workshop 301 (Additional Registration Required)
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
AW301: Description will be coming
Faculty
avatar for Chuck Roegiers

Chuck Roegiers

Coach, Arrangers Workshop
avatar for Mike Menefee

Mike Menefee

Arranger
I have been the lucky recipient of endless forebearance and generosity from choruses and choirs as I honed my skills by trying out silly bits on them. I have been arranging Barbershop music for more than 40 years, and am always learning and finding joy in the process!
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  ARRANGING

8:30am PDT

Directors Workshop (Additional Registration Required)
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
Dr. Don Campbell and Rich Lapp are working together to offer a one-of-a-kind workshop for directors and assistant directors, of all levels, from around the Northwest.  In addition to the workshop, Don and Rich will be teaching classes and providing director coaching classes which are listed in SCHED.SCHEDULE OVERVIEW:Thursday1-2:30pm - Introductions, open discussion2:30-5pm - Scheduled small...
See More →
Faculty
avatar for Rich Lapp

Rich Lapp

Faculty, Coach
Rich Lapp is a retired high school choral director with 34 years in the classroom. He concluded his final two years as a professional educator in the role of Supervisor of Music and Art for the Boise School District. In his retirement, he works primarily as a handyman, doing light... Read More →
avatar for Dr. Don Campbell

Dr. Don Campbell

Directors College, Harmony University
Dr. Don Campbell is Professor Emeritus of Music and former Director of Choral Activities at Southern Wesleyan University in Central, South Carolina. As a guest conductor and clinician he has been to seventeen states, Canada, Scotland, Ireland, The Netherlands, Germany, New Zealand... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  DIRECTING, DIRECTING

9:00am PDT

HCNW Harmony Platoon (Additional Registration Required)
Friday June 12, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
Schedule: ​https://sites.google.com/view/harmonyplatoon/hcnw-platoon​​​
Friday June 12, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

10:00am PDT

EVG District Board Meeting
Friday June 12, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
TBA
The Board meeting is scheduled for Friday morning at 10AM. This is a public meeting that anyone can attend.  The meeting is scheduled to last for one hour (10:00-11:00am).  
Friday June 12, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
TBA
  EVG Meetings (BOD & HOD)

11:30am PDT

Lunch - Friday (Workshops/Early Arrival Only)
Friday June 12, 2026 11:30am - 1:30pm PDT
TBA
Breakfast!
Friday June 12, 2026 11:30am - 1:30pm PDT
TBA
  MEAL

1:15pm PDT

Recruiting and Supporting Next Gen Singers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
Even though this session in titled RECRUITING & SUPPORTING NEXT GEN SINGERS, this session will have not cover “recruiting” however, it will give you ideas on how to set up programs and concepts on how to reach Next/Gen Singers to “PLANT SEEDS” for their future involvement in our Society.
Faculty
avatar for Bob Cox

Bob Cox

VP - Division II & BHS Ambassador, EVG District
Bob Cox

Bob started his barbershop career in high school on a dare from a teacher with three close friends and high school choir members, over 60 years ago. With over 50 years of Society membership, Bob has served in key leadership positions at the Chapter, District and Society level. He... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  LEADERSHIP

1:15pm PDT

1-2-3 Method
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
How about creating a method where people WANT to come with their music learned which in turn allows us to move from practices (where we teach people the music) to true rehearsals (where we START in artistry)?  Now it’s here!  This revolutionary method will help you to move your group(s) forward with more efficiency, more fun and more success in this culture changing approach.
Faculty
avatar for Paul Ellinger

Paul Ellinger

Faculty, Coach
Paul is a multifaceted presenter. In his 9 years on faculty at HU, he has taught/coached singing, music, performance, directing concepts and chapter growth. In one session with Paul you will get to see first hand his passion for helping others and his ability to address enormously... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  MUSIC TEAM

1:15pm PDT

Yoga for Singers
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
Relax, breathe, stretch, and calm performance anxiety! This yoga class compliments the ideas and practices touched on in my other class, "What's Behind a Powerful Performance?"  We will focus on poses to help you get in touch with your breath, create space and ease in your body and increase alignment both physically and energetically to prepare your instrument for the best performance...
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Faculty
avatar for Charlie Buss

Charlie Buss

I've always loved performing, especially for the strong connections I feel with with the audience, my fellow performers and myself. I love to have conversations about topics that light people up and let their inner light shine through. We all have incredibly powerful and diverse experiences... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  PERFORMANCE

1:15pm PDT

Fixing the Flubbing: Overcoming your Execution Errors
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
If you feel like you know how to sing well but you’re not sure why that doesn’t always happen, then you might be making any number of minor execution errors. In this course you will learn some of the most common execution errors and the techniques used to overcome them. It’s time to level up! Students will be introduced to the following concepts:Scooping, sagging, and clipping Tuning...
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Faculty
avatar for Dr. Philip Grant

Dr. Philip Grant

Faculty, VanCity Harmony
Dr. Philip Grant holds a B.Mus. (Opera) from the University of British Columbia, an MBA from Simon Fraser University, and a Ph.D. from KTH-Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden. Philip's professional career began in 2002 and spanned over 300 performances around the world. Highlight performances... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING

1:15pm PDT

Let's Get to Know Your Voice
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
Discover the mechanics behind your voice in "Let's Get to Know Your Voice"! This class will explore how you make sound, what kinds of sounds you can make, and which sounds may best serve you. The instructor is focused on ensuring you sing easily, resonate efficiently, and walk away knowing a little more about yourself.
Faculty
avatar for Will Scott

Will Scott

Will lives in Boise and loves singing bass. He is the director of the (brand new!) all voices chorus in Boise - the Starling Singers - and was previously the assistant director of the Boise Chordsmen.
Ask Will about his past vocal injury and how that's influenced his singing path! Or for a less heavy topic, ask will about board games... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING

1:15pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

1:15pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

1:15pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

1:15pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

1:15pm PDT

Tag Time with Jake!
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
Come and enjoy learning some "not-so-commonly" sung tags and barbershop gems in a low-stress and fun environment.
Faculty
avatar for Jake Bavarsky

Jake Bavarsky

Faculty, Coach, Judge, Musicality Category Candidate
Jake Bavarsky began his Barbershop Harmony Journey as a high school vinyl collector and lover of the Boston Common and Dealer's Choice. Upon completition of his degree he began bringing his ear for harmony to choruses and quartets alike through coaching, directing, educating and arranging... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING

2:30pm PDT

PAI: Personal Arranging Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
Individualized instruction for concepts of Arranging. Best works if you bring a chart you have started to work on, but truly can start anywhere at any phase of the journey!
Faculty
avatar for Jake Bavarsky

Jake Bavarsky

Faculty, Coach, Judge, Musicality Category Candidate
Jake Bavarsky began his Barbershop Harmony Journey as a high school vinyl collector and lover of the Boston Common and Dealer's Choice. Upon completition of his degree he began bringing his ear for harmony to choruses and quartets alike through coaching, directing, educating and arranging... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  ARRANGING

2:30pm PDT

SOS: Solving Our Synchronicity
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
One of the main concerns of barbershop chorus directors is understanding and improving synchronicity in their choruses. In this session, we will identify areas where lapses in unity and synchronicity can occur and discuss strategies to build greater competencies in this aspect.
Faculty
avatar for Dr. Don Campbell

Dr. Don Campbell

Directors College, Harmony University
Dr. Don Campbell is Professor Emeritus of Music and former Director of Choral Activities at Southern Wesleyan University in Central, South Carolina. As a guest conductor and clinician he has been to seventeen states, Canada, Scotland, Ireland, The Netherlands, Germany, New Zealand... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  DIRECTING, SINGING

2:30pm PDT

Taking Your Chapter's Temperature
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Many a leader has “mis-led” due to making assumptions about how the members of that organization felt about things and about people. Operating on assumptions is pretty close to the opposite of having everyone on the same page and focusing efforts in the same direction. Even negative feedback should be preferable to none. This session walks the participants through a fairly regular assessment...
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Faculty
avatar for Ric Keaster

Ric Keaster

Faculty, Huntington Tri-State Chapter (JAD)
Retired Western Kentucky University Professor/Administrator (Educational Leadership)President of Local Chapter (10 Years) BHS Leadership Facilitator (4 Years)BHS AmbassadorJAD Director of Administrative Leadership (5 Years)Sings baritone, tenor, or bassPastimes: golf, tennis, barbershop... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  LEADERSHIP

2:30pm PDT

MuseScore 1 - Getting Notes on the Page
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
“By the end of these three sessions, you’ll be able to enter a melody, build it into a 4-part arrangement, and export learning tracks to share with singers.” MUSESCORE 1 — Getting Notes on the Page🎯 Goal:   “I can create a score and enter a clean melody.” This class will cover the basics:Single staff templateNew score>>General >> treble clef to get a...
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Faculty
avatar for Mike Rosen

Mike Rosen

Faculty
Mike Rosen started using the music notation software Nightingale in the early 90s, when he got tired of singing from third-generation copies of poorly written mimeographs. He went to Finale NotePad around 2002, then PrintMusic, and finally the full Finale. Back then, SPEBSQSA was... Read More →
avatar for Judy Galloway

Judy Galloway

Webmaster, EVG-HCNW
Music is my world!  I love sing, direct, and learn.
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
  MAKING MUSIC

2:30pm PDT

Wavebox Singing
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Wavebox is an elegantly simple approach that world champions and emerging singers alike are using to sing at higher levels and, as a result, are improving more quickly than ever.  Paul shared this concept with six chapters at the same time over a weekend training session, and four months later, ALL SIX qualified for their international competition.  Since Wavebox is a conceptual approach...
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Faculty
avatar for Paul Ellinger

Paul Ellinger

Faculty, Coach
Paul is a multifaceted presenter. In his 9 years on faculty at HU, he has taught/coached singing, music, performance, directing concepts and chapter growth. In one session with Paul you will get to see first hand his passion for helping others and his ability to address enormously... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  MUSIC TEAM

2:30pm PDT

Music Theory Buffet
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Music Theory Buffet is a class where NO question is off-limits!What's a half step — and how do I sing it?How do I find my starting note from a pitch pipe?How do I voice a Waesche F#13 chord or a Moon 9? Ask any of these and everything in between or beyond...if you dare!Your questions drive this class — and every answer leads somewhere fascinating!Beginner or Seasoned singer? Aspiring arranger?...
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Faculty
avatar for Zach Groeblinghoff

Zach Groeblinghoff

Faculty, Coach
Zach Groeblinghoff is a native of O’Fallon, Missouri (near St. Louis). He has studied under the baton of Dr. Brad Holmes at Millikin University and received his B.A. in Music Education, Vocal Emphasis in 2013.

He has taught music and choirs in elementary, middle, and high schools since. Zach currently teaches choir, music theory and composition, and Theatre at Caldwell High School in Idaho. He’s been at Caldwell High since 2017. His choirs continually receive Superior ratings at choral... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  MUSIC THEORY

2:30pm PDT

Your Nervous System in Performance, part 1
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Do you experience shaky knees, racing heart, dry mouth or brain fog when you're about to perform? That's your nervous system's survival instinct kicking in! Learn what's happening in your body and why, and practice strategies tailored specifically to you so you can catch your breath and enjoy yourself onstage!

This is a 2-part class! Be sure to sign up for the second session!
Faculty
avatar for Donya Metzger

Donya Metzger

Faculty
Donya is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and an Associate Teacher of Fitzmaurice Voicework - that is, a body and voice nerd! She has been involved with Barbershop for her whole life, and has been teaching and coaching for 30+ years. She's also... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  PERFORMANCE

2:30pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

2:30pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

2:30pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

2:30pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

2:30pm PDT

The Voice After Age 50 (Sing Well for the Rest of Your Life!)
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
There have been lots of classes offered about the aging voice. I just figured I ought to teach one, since I am both a Voice Teacher and now a Senior Citizen! I will share about Voice Care as we age, so that you have the tools to sing for the rest of your life!
Faculty
avatar for Will Fox

Will Fox

Faculty, Coach, Director-Oregon SenateAires
Will Fox is the Artistic Director of the growing and re-shaped SenateAires Chorus in Salem, OR, which just won the Evergreen District Division II Contest in March with 30 men on the risers, after a 7-year hiatus from competition. He also helped lead the chorus into a couple of International appearances and a District Championship in 2018. Will was hired as the... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
  SINGING

2:30pm PDT

Warmups: What, Why, and How
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Ever wonder why rehearsals start with a warm up? What's the point?  What's the meaning of life? Okay, maybe we won't be able to answer the third one, but come dive in to a discussion on why the warmups can and should be the best part of your chorus or quartet rehearsal.We'll chat about elements of a warm up, how to execute them with purpose, and why each part is important. A good warmup can...
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Faculty
avatar for Phil Cheasebro

Phil Cheasebro

Phil is the director of the BHS Midnight Sons Chorus and SAI Alaska Sound Celebration in Anchorage, AK.  He holds a B.M. in Vocal Performance from the University of Alaska Anchorage, sings with the Anchorage Opera, Alaska Chamber Singers, and has performed with the New York Lyric... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING

3:45pm PDT

PDI: Private DIRECTING Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
This is an opportunity to interact one-on-one with an experienced chorus director. Through conversation prior to the HCNW weekend, you can determine exactly what topic(s) you would like to explore. Do you need specific guidance in RehearsalStructure? Effective Conducting? Part placing guests? Retention? Culture Development? Vocal Production? “Warm-ups”?... You name it. Have some real...
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Faculty
avatar for Rich Lapp

Rich Lapp

Faculty, Coach
Rich Lapp is a retired high school choral director with 34 years in the classroom. He concluded his final two years as a professional educator in the role of Supervisor of Music and Art for the Boise School District. In his retirement, he works primarily as a handyman, doing light... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  DIRECTING

3:45pm PDT

MUSESCORE 2 - From Melody to Barbershop
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
“By the end of these three sessions, you’ll be able to enter a melody, build it into a 4-part arrangement, and export learning tracks to share with singers.”MUSESCORE 2 — From Melody to Barbershop 🎯 Goal:  “I can turn a melody into a 4-part barbershop score.”This class will coverUsing a 4-staff score  Make changes as needed for key, time, clefs, etcEnter tenor, copy...
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Faculty
avatar for Mike Rosen

Mike Rosen

Faculty
Mike Rosen started using the music notation software Nightingale in the early 90s, when he got tired of singing from third-generation copies of poorly written mimeographs. He went to Finale NotePad around 2002, then PrintMusic, and finally the full Finale. Back then, SPEBSQSA was... Read More →
avatar for Judy Galloway

Judy Galloway

Webmaster, EVG-HCNW
Music is my world!  I love sing, direct, and learn.
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
  MAKING MUSIC

3:45pm PDT

Musicality Lense
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
How does one make the most of a chart? How does the Musicality Category think? Find out how you can take the next step in your Barbershop journey by becoming a "Musicanly Singer"!
Faculty
avatar for Jake Bavarsky

Jake Bavarsky

Faculty, Coach, Judge, Musicality Category Candidate
Jake Bavarsky began his Barbershop Harmony Journey as a high school vinyl collector and lover of the Boston Common and Dealer's Choice. Upon completition of his degree he began bringing his ear for harmony to choruses and quartets alike through coaching, directing, educating and arranging... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  MUSICALITY

3:45pm PDT

Ins & Outs of Great Performances
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
This class explores the seldom discussed yet important details that can make or break performance. Learn how a greater understanding of all the little things add up to huge impact on your next quartet or chorus performance.
Faculty
avatar for Shawn Mondragon

Shawn Mondragon

Faculty, Coach
Shawn Mondragon is a Performance Judge out of the Rocky Mountain District, where he has been a member of BHS for over 40 years! He has been an official judge since since 2013, and is a sought after coach for quartets, and choruses, all over the country.

He has been on staff as a teacher at Harmony University Northwest, BHS Harmony University, as well as other district Mini HEP schools. He is a perennial Performance teacher with classes being offered at the BHS International Summer contests in July, as well as Midwinter contests in... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  PERFORMANCE

3:45pm PDT

Your Nervous System in Performance, part 2
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Do you experience shaky knees, racing heart, dry mouth or brain fog when you're about to perform? That's your nervous system's survival instinct kicking in! Learn what's happening in your body and why, and practice strategies tailored specifically to you so you can catch your breath and enjoy yourself onstage!

This is a 2-part class! Make sure you signed up for part 1!
Faculty
avatar for Donya Metzger

Donya Metzger

Faculty
Donya is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and an Associate Teacher of Fitzmaurice Voicework - that is, a body and voice nerd! She has been involved with Barbershop for her whole life, and has been teaching and coaching for 30+ years. She's also... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  PERFORMANCE

3:45pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

3:45pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

3:45pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

3:45pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

3:45pm PDT

Unit Sound: What It Is, What It Isn't, Why We Love It, and How To Get More Of It
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Ever wondered how the gold-medal choruses can merge so many amateur singers into one thrilling combination sound, where no individual voices can be detected? In this class we'll explore the fundamental techniques that contribute to a compelling barbershop unit sound. You'll discover how small adjustments in vocal efficiency and vowel production bring individual voices together with dramatic...
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Faculty
avatar for Elizabeth Davies

Elizabeth Davies

Elizabeth Davies is the director of Sound Harmony Chorus (SAI) and Rain City Voices (BHS) in Seattle, Washington. She sang lead in the 2018 Region 13 champion quartet, LiftOff, and currently sings tenor in a mixed BHS quartet, Impact. When she is not singing or bossing other singers... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING

4:30pm PDT

Dinner - Friday
Friday June 12, 2026 4:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
TBA
Breakfast!
Friday June 12, 2026 4:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
TBA
  MEAL

6:30pm PDT

General Session
Friday June 12, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm PDT
TBA
The General Session is the opening ceremony for HCNW. Here, important information is shared with the student body, including special presentations from important representatives of our barbershop community. It is not a show, but select quartet appearances may also be expected.  
Friday June 12, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm PDT
TBA

8:30pm PDT

Strengths-Based Coaching: The Art of Appreciative Inquiry
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
Have you ever gotten feedback from a "hater"? In everyday life, we are all taught how to be excellent criticizers, and many of us are inclined to observe critically when coaching a singer or ensemble. However, this approach is often disparaging, and can leave singers and ensembles feeling discouraged (if you know, you know). In this class, we remodel the traditional coaching paradigm and turn it...
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Faculty
avatar for Iain Haukka

Iain Haukka

Dean HCNW, Faculty, Coach
There’s only one thing that Iain loves as much as ringing chords, and that is connecting deeply with others. To promote these goals, Iain shares his knowledge of personal development, conflict resolution, and relationship counseling via trainings, workshops, and online coaching... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  COACHING

8:30pm PDT

Get ‘Em In – Get ‘Em Back Again
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
"For many of us, recruiting new members resembles some sort of barbershop black hole. We’ve tried this and we’ve tried that. Nothing seems to work. And when lightning strikes and someone walks through our doors, we find ourselves fumbling for a process that contains elements that are appealing enough to make that person want to a) stay the night and, more importantly, b) comeback a second...
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Faculty
avatar for Ric Keaster

Ric Keaster

Faculty, Huntington Tri-State Chapter (JAD)
Retired Western Kentucky University Professor/Administrator (Educational Leadership)President of Local Chapter (10 Years) BHS Leadership Facilitator (4 Years)BHS AmbassadorJAD Director of Administrative Leadership (5 Years)Sings baritone, tenor, or bassPastimes: golf, tennis, barbershop... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  LEADERSHIP

8:30pm PDT

Motivational Leadership
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
Motivational leadership within a barbershop chorus is the practice of transforming a collection of individual voices into a single, resonant instrument through the power of shared vision and vocal unity. A truly motivational director or section leader acts not just as a conductor, but as a "salesman" for the music, igniting a passion for the lock and ring of a perfectly tuned chord. By fostering a...
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Faculty
avatar for David Dobson
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  LEADERSHIP

8:30pm PDT

Integrating PVI into Your Rehearsals
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
New and exciting ways to add an effective PVI plan into your chorus rehearsal, while cutting disruptions and chorus member absences from the risers down to a minimum or even less! Your ideas are also welcome! Come learn and try some outside the box ideas for improving vocal quality in your chorus or quartet.
Faculty
avatar for Marsha Kelly

Marsha Kelly

Coach
International Music,Theatre and Dance Teacher/Coach/Judge since 1980. BA Vocal Music Education, MED Curriculum and Instruction/Teacher Leadership. 1/2 Masters in Music and Reading. SAI Member since 2001. Regional Champion Chorus and Quartet member. SAI Certified Director. SAI Region... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  MUSIC TEAM, SINGING

8:30pm PDT

Authenticity - The Tool Kit
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
Critique performances, take part in discussion, and learn some techniques that will help bring out your authentic self on stage

Faculty
avatar for Liam Whitney

Liam Whitney

Faculty, Coach, Judge, BHNZ
With a lifelong passion for theatre and music, Liam is an established performing arts practitioner hailing from New Zealand. Liam began singing barbershop in high school, joining Vocal FX Chorus in the process. Liam has represented New Zealand at two international conventions, placing... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  PERFORMANCE

8:30pm PDT

The #1 Ingredient in Audience-Delighting Performance! Come Learn and Practice!
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
In this class, you will learn the most compelling ingredient to singing that brings people out of their seats in appreciation and brings highest praise from judges and critics.

Faculty
avatar for Will Fox

Will Fox

Faculty, Coach, Director-Oregon SenateAires
Will Fox is the Artistic Director of the growing and re-shaped SenateAires Chorus in Salem, OR, which just won the Evergreen District Division II Contest in March with 30 men on the risers, after a 7-year hiatus from competition. He also helped lead the chorus into a couple of International appearances and a District Championship in 2018. Will was hired as the... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
  PERFORMANCE

8:30pm PDT

HCNW Chorus
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
You don't need experience. You don't need a "perfect" voice. You just need to show up! Together, we'll explore the joy of harmony, the thrill of blending voices into something bigger than any one of us, and the quiet magic that happens when a group of people make music as one.We'll learn. We'll laugh. We'll occasionally hit the wrong note — and laugh some more. Along the way, you'll discover...
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Faculty
avatar for Zach Groeblinghoff

Zach Groeblinghoff

Faculty, Coach
Zach Groeblinghoff is a native of O’Fallon, Missouri (near St. Louis). He has studied under the baton of Dr. Brad Holmes at Millikin University and received his B.A. in Music Education, Vocal Emphasis in 2013.

He has taught music and choirs in elementary, middle, and high schools since. Zach currently teaches choir, music theory and composition, and Theatre at Caldwell High School in Idaho. He’s been at Caldwell High since 2017. His choirs continually receive Superior ratings at choral... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, PERFORMANCE

8:30pm PDT

How to Succeed at Barbershop Without Really Trying (aka Barbershop Basics)
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
There are countless ways to approach a song—but only a few things make it truly barbershop. In this class, we’ll focus on the five critical elements you must use to succeed. We’ll also expose a common trap: just because a chart is written in the barbershop style doesn’t mean you’re singing it that way. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of what barbershop really is—and how to...
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Faculty
avatar for Raymond Schwarzkopf

Raymond Schwarzkopf

Faculty
Singer? Teacher? Quartet Guy? Coach? Music Judge? Admitted Computer Geek? Director? and FRIEND! Raymond Schwarzkopf is all of these...and more. His many years in theater, music (both vocal and instrumental), business, and teaching have made him a valuable asset for every group with... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
  SINGING

8:30pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

8:30pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

8:30pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

8:30pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

8:30pm PDT

The Art of Teaching Tags
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
Tag singing is a unique facet of barbershop culture, and for many people is their first exposure to barbershop singing. If you want to share barbershop with your friends, to build listening skills and vocal flexibility in your quartet or chorus, or just want to be more confident in facilitating tag singing, this class is for you.  By the end of this class, you will have learned a time-tested...
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Faculty
avatar for Drew Osterhout

Drew Osterhout

Faculty, Coach
Drew is a Pacific Northwest native who spent time in St. Louis, MO, honing his skills with the four-time Barbershop Harmony Society (BHS) championship chorus, the Ambassadors of Harmony, where he was the baritone section leader.

Drew is an experienced director, quartet and chorus singer with over 20 years experience in barbershop. In that time Drew has: directed the Pride of Portland (SAI) and Northwest Vocal Project (BHS) Choruses at the International Chorus Contest, performed with numerous quartets on all... Read More →
Friday June 12, 2026 8:30pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING
 
Saturday, June 13
 

7:00am PDT

Breakfast - Saturday
Saturday June 13, 2026 7:00am - 9:00am PDT
TBA
Breakfast!
Saturday June 13, 2026 7:00am - 9:00am PDT
TBA
  MEAL

8:30am PDT

PAI: Personal Arranging Instruction
FULL
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
Individualized instruction for concepts of Arranging. Best works if you bring a chart you have started to work on, but truly can start anywhere at any phase of the journey!
Faculty
avatar for Jake Bavarsky

Jake Bavarsky

Faculty, Coach, Judge, Musicality Category Candidate
Jake Bavarsky began his Barbershop Harmony Journey as a high school vinyl collector and lover of the Boston Common and Dealer's Choice. Upon completition of his degree he began bringing his ear for harmony to choruses and quartets alike through coaching, directing, educating and arranging... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
  ARRANGING

8:30am PDT

Campbell's Vowel Movement
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
Chorus directors often ask for “pure vowels” but do not always define what they are in ways that are clear, practical, and understandable.
Faculty
avatar for Dr. Don Campbell

Dr. Don Campbell

Directors College, Harmony University
Dr. Don Campbell is Professor Emeritus of Music and former Director of Choral Activities at Southern Wesleyan University in Central, South Carolina. As a guest conductor and clinician he has been to seventeen states, Canada, Scotland, Ireland, The Netherlands, Germany, New Zealand... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
  DIRECTING, SINGING

8:30am PDT

PDI: Private DIRECTING Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
This is an opportunity to interact one-on-one with an experienced chorus director.Through conversation prior to the HCNW weekend, you can determine exactly whattopic(s) you would like to explore. Do you need specific guidance in RehearsalStructure? Effective Conducting? Part placing guests? Retention? Culture Development? Vocal Production? “Warm-ups”?... You name it. Have some realconversation...
See More →
Faculty
avatar for Rich Lapp

Rich Lapp

Faculty, Coach
Rich Lapp is a retired high school choral director with 34 years in the classroom. He concluded his final two years as a professional educator in the role of Supervisor of Music and Art for the Boise School District. In his retirement, he works primarily as a handyman, doing light... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
  DIRECTING

8:30am PDT

Yoga for Singers
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
Relax, breathe, stretch, and calm performance anxiety! This yoga class compliments the ideas and practices touched on in my other class, "What's Behind a Powerful Performance?"  We will focus on poses to help you get in touch with your breath, create space and ease in your body and increase alignment both physically and energetically to prepare your instrument for the best performance...
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Faculty
avatar for Charlie Buss

Charlie Buss

I've always loved performing, especially for the strong connections I feel with with the audience, my fellow performers and myself. I love to have conversations about topics that light people up and let their inner light shine through. We all have incredibly powerful and diverse experiences... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
  PERFORMANCE

8:30am PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

8:30am PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

8:30am PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

8:30am PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

8:30am PDT

Warmups: What, Why, and How
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
Ever wonder why rehearsals start with a warm up? What's the point?  What's the meaning of life? Okay, maybe we won't be able to answer the third one, but come dive in to a discussion on why the warmups can and should be the best part of your chorus or quartet rehearsal.We'll chat about elements of a warm up, how to execute them with purpose, and why each part is important. A good warmup can...
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Faculty
avatar for Phil Cheasebro

Phil Cheasebro

Phil is the director of the BHS Midnight Sons Chorus and SAI Alaska Sound Celebration in Anchorage, AK.  He holds a B.M. in Vocal Performance from the University of Alaska Anchorage, sings with the Anchorage Opera, Alaska Chamber Singers, and has performed with the New York Lyric... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am PDT
TBA
  SINGING

9:45am PDT

PAI: Personal Arranging Instruction
FULL
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
Individualized instruction for concepts of Arranging. Best works if you bring a chart you have started to work on, but truly can start anywhere at any phase of the journey!
Faculty
avatar for Jake Bavarsky

Jake Bavarsky

Faculty, Coach, Judge, Musicality Category Candidate
Jake Bavarsky began his Barbershop Harmony Journey as a high school vinyl collector and lover of the Boston Common and Dealer's Choice. Upon completition of his degree he began bringing his ear for harmony to choruses and quartets alike through coaching, directing, educating and arranging... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
  ARRANGING

9:45am PDT

Chorus Director Coaching Experience
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
Chapters that are bringing their choruses to be coached at HCNW 2026 will have the opportunity to make one of their coaching sessions be with Dr. Don Campbell coaching the musical director in front of and with the chorus participating. Dr. Don brings decades of experience conducting and teaching conducting at Harmony University, his university position, and throughout the U.S. and internationally....
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Faculty
avatar for Dr. Don Campbell

Dr. Don Campbell

Directors College, Harmony University
Dr. Don Campbell is Professor Emeritus of Music and former Director of Choral Activities at Southern Wesleyan University in Central, South Carolina. As a guest conductor and clinician he has been to seventeen states, Canada, Scotland, Ireland, The Netherlands, Germany, New Zealand... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
  COACHING, DIRECTING

9:45am PDT

How to Coach or Direct at Higher Levels
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
Learn how to discern how different people think, how to tune into them and then how to most effectively share your knowledge and concepts more effectively which will have individuals and groups alike metabolizing more information and seeing them have more successes, more quickly and with greater ease of effort.
Faculty
avatar for Paul Ellinger

Paul Ellinger

Faculty, Coach
Paul is a multifaceted presenter. In his 9 years on faculty at HU, he has taught/coached singing, music, performance, directing concepts and chapter growth. In one session with Paul you will get to see first hand his passion for helping others and his ability to address enormously... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
  DIRECTING, COACHING

9:45am PDT

Time for a Change? Rename and Rebrand
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
The status quo (our adherence to tradition?) is extremely strong. Even though we knowsomething needs to change or we ought to be doing something differently, there is that ball-and-chain that keeps us rooted and grounded in the past. This session will walk you through somereasons why change needs to happen and how one chapter navigated the renaming and therebranding of their image in the...
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Faculty
avatar for Ric Keaster

Ric Keaster

Faculty, Huntington Tri-State Chapter (JAD)
Retired Western Kentucky University Professor/Administrator (Educational Leadership)President of Local Chapter (10 Years) BHS Leadership Facilitator (4 Years)BHS AmbassadorJAD Director of Administrative Leadership (5 Years)Sings baritone, tenor, or bassPastimes: golf, tennis, barbershop... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
  LEADERSHIP

9:45am PDT

MUSESCORE 3 - Publishing / Barbershop Workspace
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
“By the end of these three sessions, you’ll be able to enter a melody, build it into a 4-part arrangement, and export learning tracks to share with singers.”🔵 MUSESCORE 3 — Polishing with the Barbershop Workspace🎯 Goal:  “I can prepare a clean, usable arrangement for sharing or submission.”This class will cover:ImplodingUnderstanding Voices (crucial for barbershop)Voice 1 vs...
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Faculty
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Mike Rosen

Faculty
Mike Rosen started using the music notation software Nightingale in the early 90s, when he got tired of singing from third-generation copies of poorly written mimeographs. He went to Finale NotePad around 2002, then PrintMusic, and finally the full Finale. Back then, SPEBSQSA was... Read More →
avatar for Judy Galloway

Judy Galloway

Webmaster, EVG-HCNW
Music is my world!  I love sing, direct, and learn.
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
  MAKING MUSIC

9:45am PDT

Microtuning the Major 3rd and the Dominant 7th: Theory/Science, Recognition, and Execution
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
People ask me all the time what the secret is to my success with choirs, bands, quartets, and choruses. Why do your choirs/bands always sing/play in tune and never gain or lose pitch? There are several factors, of course. But one overarching concept will fix so many issues in your quartet/chorus sound and tuning. It is absolutely one of my top secrets for ensemble success! Come join us!
Faculty
avatar for Will Fox

Will Fox

Faculty, Coach, Director-Oregon SenateAires
Will Fox is the Artistic Director of the growing and re-shaped SenateAires Chorus in Salem, OR, which just won the Evergreen District Division II Contest in March with 30 men on the risers, after a 7-year hiatus from competition. He also helped lead the chorus into a couple of International appearances and a District Championship in 2018. Will was hired as the... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
  MUSIC THEORY

9:45am PDT

Non-Theory Theory
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
You don’t have to read music—or speak theory—to understand how barbershop works. If you’ve ever felt when a chord locked or rang, you’re already using real musical instincts. This class connects what you already hear and feel to what’s actually happening in the music—without getting lost in jargon. You’ll leave with a clearer handle on chords, movement, and structure, and how to...
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Faculty
avatar for Raymond Schwarzkopf

Raymond Schwarzkopf

Faculty
Singer? Teacher? Quartet Guy? Coach? Music Judge? Admitted Computer Geek? Director? and FRIEND! Raymond Schwarzkopf is all of these...and more. His many years in theater, music (both vocal and instrumental), business, and teaching have made him a valuable asset for every group with... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
  MUSIC THEORY

9:45am PDT

Reading Music - Practical and Approachable
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
If you’ve never gotten around to learning to read music as well as you’d like, this class will walk you through the building blocks: note names, scales, notation, key signatures, time signatures, and more. You’ll learn a practical approach to recognizing melodic movement, voice parts, intervals, and rhythms—along with simple strategies to continue improving on your own. Designed to enhance...
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Faculty
avatar for Lisa Schwarzkopf

Lisa Schwarzkopf

Faculty
Lisa Schwarzkopf is an avid Barbershop fan! She can't sing much but plays piano and is a busy upright Bassist with Jazz Vocal/Combo groups, Swing Dance Bands, Bluegrass, Polka, and Latin Bands in the Chicagoland area.
As a firm supporter of adult learning, Lisa believes that music should be part of everyone's life - so keep learning, playing and singing!
... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
  MUSIC THEORY

9:45am PDT

Organic Movement for Ensembles
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
Move over choreography, organic movement is the new kid in town! Give your ensemble a break from fear-inducing moves that create stress and negatively affect singing; introduce movement invitations that honour individuality, encourage creativity, and lean on improv rather than memorization.Learning Outcomes:-identify three organizing principles of organic movement-design improv invitations instead...
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Faculty
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Donya Metzger

Faculty
Donya is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and an Associate Teacher of Fitzmaurice Voicework - that is, a body and voice nerd! She has been involved with Barbershop for her whole life, and has been teaching and coaching for 30+ years. She's also... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
  PERFORMANCE

9:45am PDT

HCNW Chorus
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
You don't need experience. You don't need a "perfect" voice. You just need to show up! Together, we'll explore the joy of harmony, the thrill of blending voices into something bigger than any one of us, and the quiet magic that happens when a group of people make music as one.We'll learn. We'll laugh. We'll occasionally hit the wrong note — and laugh some more. Along the way, you'll discover...
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Faculty
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Zach Groeblinghoff

Faculty, Coach
Zach Groeblinghoff is a native of O’Fallon, Missouri (near St. Louis). He has studied under the baton of Dr. Brad Holmes at Millikin University and received his B.A. in Music Education, Vocal Emphasis in 2013.

He has taught music and choirs in elementary, middle, and high schools since. Zach currently teaches choir, music theory and composition, and Theatre at Caldwell High School in Idaho. He’s been at Caldwell High since 2017. His choirs continually receive Superior ratings at choral... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
  SINGING, PERFORMANCE

9:45am PDT

Practicing Like a Pro
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
Professionals approach their individual practice time in a very specific and disciplined way. In this class, you will learn many of their techniques; from the essential parts of skill building through to the fulfilling practice of developing your creativity, optimism, and humanity.  Some of the topics that we may cover in this course include:Prepping to PracticeThe Artful PracticeOvercoming...
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Faculty
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Dr. Philip Grant

Faculty, VanCity Harmony
Dr. Philip Grant holds a B.Mus. (Opera) from the University of British Columbia, an MBA from Simon Fraser University, and a Ph.D. from KTH-Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden. Philip's professional career began in 2002 and spanned over 300 performances around the world. Highlight performances... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
  SINGING

9:45am PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

9:45am PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

9:45am PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

9:45am PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

9:45am PDT

Vocal Physiology and Myth-busting, Part 1
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
What’s actually happening inside your body when you sing? Come learn about what's under the hood of your onboard instrument. We'll cover the basic anatomy and function of the instrument: how the air in your lungs is transformed by your vocal folds and vocal tract into pressure waves with the unique timbre of your voice.  We'll address several common singing myths and help you translate...
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Faculty
avatar for Drew Osterhout

Drew Osterhout

Faculty, Coach
Drew is a Pacific Northwest native who spent time in St. Louis, MO, honing his skills with the four-time Barbershop Harmony Society (BHS) championship chorus, the Ambassadors of Harmony, where he was the baritone section leader.

Drew is an experienced director, quartet and chorus singer with over 20 years experience in barbershop. In that time Drew has: directed the Pride of Portland (SAI) and Northwest Vocal Project (BHS) Choruses at the International Chorus Contest, performed with numerous quartets on all... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am PDT
TBA
  SINGING

11:00am PDT

Conducting Techniques
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
All of us who stand in front of choruses and desire to effectively lead them need to be continually developing and refining our physical conducting/directing gestures. This course will begin with the basics, which we ALL need to refresh, and will take us as far as time will allow based on the students enrolled. Regardless of the performance level of your chorus, as you improve your conducting,...
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Faculty
avatar for Rich Lapp

Rich Lapp

Faculty, Coach
Rich Lapp is a retired high school choral director with 34 years in the classroom. He concluded his final two years as a professional educator in the role of Supervisor of Music and Art for the Boise School District. In his retirement, he works primarily as a handyman, doing light... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  DIRECTING

11:00am PDT

Conflict Resolution
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
We spend a lot of time talking about vocal harmony, but hardly at all about social harmony. This is important because so many singers leave quartets and choruses (or stop singing altogether) due to interpersonal problems, which we can all agree is a tragedy. In this class, we will practice stretching our own capacity for conflict and discuss various strategies for seeking clarity and...
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Faculty
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Iain Haukka

Dean HCNW, Faculty, Coach
There’s only one thing that Iain loves as much as ringing chords, and that is connecting deeply with others. To promote these goals, Iain shares his knowledge of personal development, conflict resolution, and relationship counseling via trainings, workshops, and online coaching... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  LEADERSHIP

11:00am PDT

Motivational Leadership
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
Motivational leadership within a barbershop chorus is the practice of transforming a collection of individual voices into a single, resonant instrument through the power of shared vision and vocal unity. A truly motivational director or section leader acts not just as a conductor, but as a "salesman" for the music, igniting a passion for the lock and ring of a perfectly tuned chord. By fostering a...
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Faculty
avatar for David Dobson
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  LEADERSHIP

11:00am PDT

Barbershop Tag Writing
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Become a tag writer!!!  Come learn the basics for barbershop tag writing. We’ll start with a 4-measure tag melody and lyric which you can download and print after you register. Please bring your ideas for the tag to class where we’ll find the chords to create the 4-part harmony of barbershop and add some embellishment. Then we’ll try out our creations by comparing them to barbershop tag...
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Faculty
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Janice Wheeler

Arrangers Workshop
Longtime Region 13 Arranger Education Specialist and Coordinator of the Region 13 Arrangers WorkShop at HCNW, and the Tag Writing Contest cosponsored by Region 13 and HCNW. Faculty for Region 13 and HCNW. Holds multiple Specialist Certificates from Berklee College of Music including... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
  MAKING MUSIC

11:00am PDT

PREs (Personal Recording Evaluations) and how to give effective feedback
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
Discuss a potential tool for section leaders and directors and explore how to use audio recordings and audio feedback to learn, grow, and plan.  This class is especially useful to music team members, but could be useful for general chorus members as well!
Faculty
avatar for Phil Cheasebro

Phil Cheasebro

Phil is the director of the BHS Midnight Sons Chorus and SAI Alaska Sound Celebration in Anchorage, AK.  He holds a B.M. in Vocal Performance from the University of Alaska Anchorage, sings with the Anchorage Opera, Alaska Chamber Singers, and has performed with the New York Lyric... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  MUSIC TEAM

11:00am PDT

Rhythm In Performance - Let's Get In the Groove!
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Come ready to clap, tap, and move your way through quarter notes, eighth notes, tri-pl-ets... and more!
In this hands-on session, you’ll explore how to use a metronome effectively, tackle common tempo challenges, and build practical rhythm skills you can use right away. You’ll leave with exercises and tools to strengthen your timing and bring more confidence and energy to your performance.
Faculty
avatar for Lisa Schwarzkopf

Lisa Schwarzkopf

Faculty
Lisa Schwarzkopf is an avid Barbershop fan! She can't sing much but plays piano and is a busy upright Bassist with Jazz Vocal/Combo groups, Swing Dance Bands, Bluegrass, Polka, and Latin Bands in the Chicagoland area.
As a firm supporter of adult learning, Lisa believes that music should be part of everyone's life - so keep learning, playing and singing!
... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
  MUSIC THEORY

11:00am PDT

Moving the Ship!
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
On your voyage of marvelous barbershop harmonies, every singer needs to physically present yourself on stage to tell the story of your songs. In this class, we will learn many ways of moving your ‘ship’ in a quartet or a chorus to enhance your physical expression for terrific storytelling!
Faculty
avatar for Marsha Kelly

Marsha Kelly

Coach
International Music,Theatre and Dance Teacher/Coach/Judge since 1980. BA Vocal Music Education, MED Curriculum and Instruction/Teacher Leadership. 1/2 Masters in Music and Reading. SAI Member since 2001. Regional Champion Chorus and Quartet member. SAI Certified Director. SAI Region... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  PERFORMANCE

11:00am PDT

So You Want to Be an MC
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
The class gives you insight on how to conduct yourself while being the spokesperson for the quartet, or keeping the audience interested and engaged while talking between groups during a contest or show!
Faculty
avatar for Shawn Mondragon

Shawn Mondragon

Faculty, Coach
Shawn Mondragon is a Performance Judge out of the Rocky Mountain District, where he has been a member of BHS for over 40 years! He has been an official judge since since 2013, and is a sought after coach for quartets, and choruses, all over the country.

He has been on staff as a teacher at Harmony University Northwest, BHS Harmony University, as well as other district Mini HEP schools. He is a perennial Performance teacher with classes being offered at the BHS International Summer contests in July, as well as Midwinter contests in... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  PERFORMANCE

11:00am PDT

Foxy’s FUN-damentals - 12 Concepts That Will Overhaul Your Singing
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Join Will as he builds on the basic foundational principles/laws of good singing that he uses to develop championship-level choirs and barbershop choruses and quartets year after year.

Faculty
avatar for Will Fox

Will Fox

Faculty, Coach, Director-Oregon SenateAires
Will Fox is the Artistic Director of the growing and re-shaped SenateAires Chorus in Salem, OR, which just won the Evergreen District Division II Contest in March with 30 men on the risers, after a 7-year hiatus from competition. He also helped lead the chorus into a couple of International appearances and a District Championship in 2018. Will was hired as the... Read More →

Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
  SINGING

11:00am PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

11:00am PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

11:00am PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

11:00am PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

11:00am PDT

Sightreading for Beginners
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
Learn how to look at a brand new piece of sheet music, identify your starting note, and sing! This class is intended for total beginners.
Faculty
avatar for Frances Lunder

Frances Lunder

Faculty, Coach
Frances Lunder is the assistant director for Rain City Voices & Sound Harmony Chorus. She also leads Faculty Training and Development for Sweet Adelines Region 13.

Frances has been barbershopping since 2010. She loves competitive quartetting, most recently with "Electric Boogaloo... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, MUSIC THEORY

11:00am PDT

Unit Sound: What It Is, What It Isn't, Why We Love It, and How To Get More Of It
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
Ever wondered how the gold-medal choruses can merge so many amateur singers into one thrilling combination sound, where no individual voices can be detected? In this class we'll explore the fundamental techniques that contribute to a compelling barbershop unit sound. You'll discover how small adjustments in vocal efficiency and vowel production bring individual voices together with dramatic...
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Faculty
avatar for Elizabeth Davies

Elizabeth Davies

Elizabeth Davies is the director of Sound Harmony Chorus (SAI) and Rain City Voices (BHS) in Seattle, Washington. She sang lead in the 2018 Region 13 champion quartet, LiftOff, and currently sings tenor in a mixed BHS quartet, Impact. When she is not singing or bossing other singers... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING

11:00am PDT

Vocal Physiology and Myth-busting, Part 2
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
What’s actually happening inside your body when you sing? Come learn about what's under the hood of your onboard instrument. We'll cover the basic anatomy and function of the instrument: how the air in your lungs is transformed by your vocal folds and vocal tract into pressure waves with the unique timbre of your voice.  We'll address several common singing myths and help you translate...
See More →
Faculty
avatar for Drew Osterhout

Drew Osterhout

Faculty, Coach
Drew is a Pacific Northwest native who spent time in St. Louis, MO, honing his skills with the four-time Barbershop Harmony Society (BHS) championship chorus, the Ambassadors of Harmony, where he was the baritone section leader.

Drew is an experienced director, quartet and chorus singer with over 20 years experience in barbershop. In that time Drew has: directed the Pride of Portland (SAI) and Northwest Vocal Project (BHS) Choruses at the International Chorus Contest, performed with numerous quartets on all... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING

11:30am PDT

Lunch - Saturday
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:30am - 1:30pm PDT
TBA
Breakfast!
Saturday June 13, 2026 11:30am - 1:30pm PDT
TBA
  MEAL

1:15pm PDT

PAI: Personal Arranging Instruction
FULL
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
Individualized instruction for concepts of Arranging. Best works if you bring a chart you have started to work on, but truly can start anywhere at any phase of the journey!
Faculty
avatar for Jake Bavarsky

Jake Bavarsky

Faculty, Coach, Judge, Musicality Category Candidate
Jake Bavarsky began his Barbershop Harmony Journey as a high school vinyl collector and lover of the Boston Common and Dealer's Choice. Upon completition of his degree he began bringing his ear for harmony to choruses and quartets alike through coaching, directing, educating and arranging... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  ARRANGING

1:15pm PDT

Conducting Techniques
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
All of us who stand in front of choruses and desire to effectively lead them need to be continually developing and refining our physical conducting/directing gestures. This course will begin with the basics, which we ALL need to refresh, and will take us as far as time will allow based on the students enrolled. Regardless of the performance level of your chorus, as you improve your conducting,...
See More →
Faculty
avatar for Rich Lapp

Rich Lapp

Faculty, Coach
Rich Lapp is a retired high school choral director with 34 years in the classroom. He concluded his final two years as a professional educator in the role of Supervisor of Music and Art for the Boise School District. In his retirement, he works primarily as a handyman, doing light... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  DIRECTING

1:15pm PDT

Get ‘Em In – Get ‘Em Back Again
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
"For many of us, recruiting new members resembles some sort of barbershop black hole. We’ve tried this and we’ve tried that. Nothing seems to work. And when lightning strikes and someone walks through our doors, we find ourselves fumbling for a process that contains elements that are appealing enough to make that person want to a) stay the night and, more importantly, b) comeback a second...
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Faculty
avatar for Ric Keaster

Ric Keaster

Faculty, Huntington Tri-State Chapter (JAD)
Retired Western Kentucky University Professor/Administrator (Educational Leadership)President of Local Chapter (10 Years) BHS Leadership Facilitator (4 Years)BHS AmbassadorJAD Director of Administrative Leadership (5 Years)Sings baritone, tenor, or bassPastimes: golf, tennis, barbershop... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  LEADERSHIP

1:15pm PDT

Music Software - Q&A
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
Mike has for years been preparing arrangements using Finale for publication through BHS. Now that Finale is no longer able to upgraded, Mike has been working again with BHS to evaluate other solutions for preparing arrangements for publication.This weekend, Mike will be focusing on MuseScore (which is FREE), but he's more than willing to answer questions on Finale, Dorico, SmartScore, and...
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Faculty
avatar for Mike Rosen

Mike Rosen

Faculty
Mike Rosen started using the music notation software Nightingale in the early 90s, when he got tired of singing from third-generation copies of poorly written mimeographs. He went to Finale NotePad around 2002, then PrintMusic, and finally the full Finale. Back then, SPEBSQSA was... Read More →
avatar for Judy Galloway

Judy Galloway

Webmaster, EVG-HCNW
Music is my world!  I love sing, direct, and learn.
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
  MAKING MUSIC

1:15pm PDT

How to Run a Great Sectional
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
Training for section leaders and other musical leaders on how to run a productive sectional that goes beyond notes and words. Practice working vocal skills and section unity.
Faculty
avatar for Frances Lunder

Frances Lunder

Faculty, Coach
Frances Lunder is the assistant director for Rain City Voices & Sound Harmony Chorus. She also leads Faculty Training and Development for Sweet Adelines Region 13.

Frances has been barbershopping since 2010. She loves competitive quartetting, most recently with "Electric Boogaloo... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  MUSIC TEAM

1:15pm PDT

Taming Stage Fright
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
This session will allow us to rid ourselves of the fears of singing in any situation and only leaving just enough excitement to make it fun!  It is so freeing to discover that our fears are based on flawed logic and inaccurate assumptions about what audiences are actually thinking.  Join this interactive class and free yourself to sing and perform at higher levels like never before!
Faculty
avatar for Paul Ellinger

Paul Ellinger

Faculty, Coach
Paul is a multifaceted presenter. In his 9 years on faculty at HU, he has taught/coached singing, music, performance, directing concepts and chapter growth. In one session with Paul you will get to see first hand his passion for helping others and his ability to address enormously... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  PERFORMANCE

1:15pm PDT

What's Behind Powerful Performances?
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
We talk about trying to "connect with the audience" from the stage but what does that really mean? You know it when you feel it yet it's hard to describe what's actually happening in that magical moment. Explore the history of music and performance from the earliest human cultures through the lens of how it has shaped the way we connect as humans over the ages. Western science and thousands of...
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Faculty
avatar for Charlie Buss

Charlie Buss

I've always loved performing, especially for the strong connections I feel with with the audience, my fellow performers and myself. I love to have conversations about topics that light people up and let their inner light shine through. We all have incredibly powerful and diverse experiences... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  PERFORMANCE

1:15pm PDT

Fixing the Flubbing: Overcoming your Execution Errors
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
If you feel like you know how to sing well but you’re not sure why that doesn’t always happen, then you might be making any number of minor execution errors. In this course you will learn some of the most common execution errors and the techniques used to overcome them. It’s time to level up! Students will be introduced to the following concepts:Scooping, sagging, and clipping Tuning...
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Faculty
avatar for Dr. Philip Grant

Dr. Philip Grant

Faculty, VanCity Harmony
Dr. Philip Grant holds a B.Mus. (Opera) from the University of British Columbia, an MBA from Simon Fraser University, and a Ph.D. from KTH-Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden. Philip's professional career began in 2002 and spanned over 300 performances around the world. Highlight performances... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING

1:15pm PDT

How to Learn Music FAST
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
Still singing the same songs for years—and don’t really know them? This class introduces practical, whole-brain learning methods to help you learn music faster and retain it longer. Whether your goal is 3 songs or 30 this year, you’ll leave with tools you can use immediately.

Faculty
avatar for Raymond Schwarzkopf

Raymond Schwarzkopf

Faculty
Singer? Teacher? Quartet Guy? Coach? Music Judge? Admitted Computer Geek? Director? and FRIEND! Raymond Schwarzkopf is all of these...and more. His many years in theater, music (both vocal and instrumental), business, and teaching have made him a valuable asset for every group with... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
  SINGING

1:15pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

1:15pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

1:15pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

1:15pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

2:30pm PDT

Newfangled Four Storytime
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Learn about the magic of Newfangled Four!
Faculty
avatar for The Newfangled Four
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA

2:30pm PDT

Score! How to prepare a new song for successful rehearsal and performance.
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Discuss how directors prepare music for rehearsal and how you can too to level-up your singing and learning.
Faculty
avatar for Phil Cheasebro

Phil Cheasebro

Phil is the director of the BHS Midnight Sons Chorus and SAI Alaska Sound Celebration in Anchorage, AK.  He holds a B.M. in Vocal Performance from the University of Alaska Anchorage, sings with the Anchorage Opera, Alaska Chamber Singers, and has performed with the New York Lyric... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  DIRECTING

2:30pm PDT

SOS: Solving Our Synchronicity
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
One of the main concerns of barbershop chorus directors is understanding and improving synchronicity in their choruses. In this session, we will identify areas where lapses in unity and synchronicity can occur and discuss strategies to build greater competencies in this aspect.
Faculty
avatar for Dr. Don Campbell

Dr. Don Campbell

Directors College, Harmony University
Dr. Don Campbell is Professor Emeritus of Music and former Director of Choral Activities at Southern Wesleyan University in Central, South Carolina. As a guest conductor and clinician he has been to seventeen states, Canada, Scotland, Ireland, The Netherlands, Germany, New Zealand... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  DIRECTING, SINGING

2:30pm PDT

Feelings from A(nxious) to Z(esty): Emotional Literacy for the Powerful Performer
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Singing changes lives and it does so on an emotional level. Therefore, our emotional literacy is directly tied to our ability to deliver impactful, meaningful performances. In this session, we will practice cultivating our emotional literacy and discernment skills to create authentic connections that touch audiences. This is an interactive, introductory course, open to anyone who has feelings. :)

Faculty
avatar for Iain Haukka

Iain Haukka

Dean HCNW, Faculty, Coach
There’s only one thing that Iain loves as much as ringing chords, and that is connecting deeply with others. To promote these goals, Iain shares his knowledge of personal development, conflict resolution, and relationship counseling via trainings, workshops, and online coaching... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  PERFORMANCE

2:30pm PDT

Organic Movement for Ensembles
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Move over choreography, organic movement is the new kid in town! Give your ensemble a break from fear-inducing moves that create stress and negatively affect singing; introduce movement invitations that honour individuality, encourage creativity, and lean on improv rather than memorization.Learning Outcomes:-identify three organizing principles of organic movement-design improv invitations instead...
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Faculty
avatar for Donya Metzger

Donya Metzger

Faculty
Donya is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and an Associate Teacher of Fitzmaurice Voicework - that is, a body and voice nerd! She has been involved with Barbershop for her whole life, and has been teaching and coaching for 30+ years. She's also... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  PERFORMANCE

2:30pm PDT

HCNW Chorus
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
You don't need experience. You don't need a "perfect" voice. You just need to show up! Together, we'll explore the joy of harmony, the thrill of blending voices into something bigger than any one of us, and the quiet magic that happens when a group of people make music as one.We'll learn. We'll laugh. We'll occasionally hit the wrong note — and laugh some more. Along the way, you'll discover...
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Faculty
avatar for Zach Groeblinghoff

Zach Groeblinghoff

Faculty, Coach
Zach Groeblinghoff is a native of O’Fallon, Missouri (near St. Louis). He has studied under the baton of Dr. Brad Holmes at Millikin University and received his B.A. in Music Education, Vocal Emphasis in 2013.

He has taught music and choirs in elementary, middle, and high schools since. Zach currently teaches choir, music theory and composition, and Theatre at Caldwell High School in Idaho. He’s been at Caldwell High since 2017. His choirs continually receive Superior ratings at choral... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, PERFORMANCE

2:30pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

2:30pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

2:30pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

2:30pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

2:30pm PDT

Tag Time with Jake!
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
Come and enjoy learning some "not-so-commonly" sung tags and barbershop gems in a low-stress and fun environment.
Faculty
avatar for Jake Bavarsky

Jake Bavarsky

Faculty, Coach, Judge, Musicality Category Candidate
Jake Bavarsky began his Barbershop Harmony Journey as a high school vinyl collector and lover of the Boston Common and Dealer's Choice. Upon completition of his degree he began bringing his ear for harmony to choruses and quartets alike through coaching, directing, educating and arranging... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING

3:45pm PDT

Campbell's Vowel Movement
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Chorus directors often ask for “pure vowels” but do not always define what they are in ways that are clear, practical, and understandable.
Faculty
avatar for Dr. Don Campbell

Dr. Don Campbell

Directors College, Harmony University
Dr. Don Campbell is Professor Emeritus of Music and former Director of Choral Activities at Southern Wesleyan University in Central, South Carolina. As a guest conductor and clinician he has been to seventeen states, Canada, Scotland, Ireland, The Netherlands, Germany, New Zealand... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  DIRECTING, SINGING

3:45pm PDT

PDI: Private DIRECTING Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
This is an opportunity to interact one-on-one with an experienced chorus director. Through conversation prior to the HCNW weekend, you can determine exactly what topic(s) you would like to explore. Do you need specific guidance in RehearsalStructure? Effective Conducting? Part placing guests? Retention? Culture Development? Vocal Production? “Warm-ups”?... You name it. Have some real...
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Faculty
avatar for Rich Lapp

Rich Lapp

Faculty, Coach
Rich Lapp is a retired high school choral director with 34 years in the classroom. He concluded his final two years as a professional educator in the role of Supervisor of Music and Art for the Boise School District. In his retirement, he works primarily as a handyman, doing light... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  DIRECTING

3:45pm PDT

Navigating New Leadership
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Navigating new leadership in a barbershop chorus is a delicate exercise in striking the right balance between honoring a storied legacy and steering the ensemble toward a fresh musical vision. For a new director or music team member, the first set on the riser is less about technical overhaul and more about building trust through transparency and active listening. Success in this transition...
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Faculty
avatar for David Dobson
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  LEADERSHIP

3:45pm PDT

Opening Doors Through Community Outreach
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Discover proven, easy-to-implement outreach ideas that can boost membership, increase fundraising success, and elevate your chorus visibility and impact in your community.
Faculty
avatar for Bob Cox

Bob Cox

VP - Division II & BHS Ambassador, EVG District
Bob Cox

Bob started his barbershop career in high school on a dare from a teacher with three close friends and high school choir members, over 60 years ago. With over 50 years of Society membership, Bob has served in key leadership positions at the Chapter, District and Society level. He... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  LEADERSHIP

3:45pm PDT

Crafting a Comedy Routine
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
So, you're thinking about performing a comedy routine, eh? Are you clever and witty? Do you like dressing up? Can you speak clearly into a microphone? Can you sing well, move, AND deliver funny lines all at the same time? Come along then, and let's do this! Up to Something quartet members can help you get started. Beware, developing a 10-minute skit is a long more work than perfecting 2 songs. All...
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Faculty
avatar for B Gail Hillyer

B Gail Hillyer

Comedy Quartet, NW Harmony & Oregon Spirit Choruses
There are 4 in our Quartet, (yes, people ask), each with their own tale to tell.  The T/L&B sing with Vancouver WA's NW Harmony chorus in Region 13. B Gail, the bi-sectional Bass, is an accomplished musician and educator.   A week after retiring, she and Deb helped form the comedy... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  PERFORMANCE

3:45pm PDT

Performance Lab
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
An interactive workshop where you explore practical performance techniques, and discover how to bring them to life through barbershop
Faculty
avatar for Liam Whitney

Liam Whitney

Faculty, Coach, Judge, BHNZ
With a lifelong passion for theatre and music, Liam is an established performing arts practitioner hailing from New Zealand. Liam began singing barbershop in high school, joining Vocal FX Chorus in the process. Liam has represented New Zealand at two international conventions, placing... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  PERFORMANCE

3:45pm PDT

HCNW Chorus
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
You don't need experience. You don't need a "perfect" voice. You just need to show up! Together, we'll explore the joy of harmony, the thrill of blending voices into something bigger than any one of us, and the quiet magic that happens when a group of people make music as one.We'll learn. We'll laugh. We'll occasionally hit the wrong note — and laugh some more. Along the way, you'll discover...
See More →
Faculty
avatar for Zach Groeblinghoff

Zach Groeblinghoff

Faculty, Coach
Zach Groeblinghoff is a native of O’Fallon, Missouri (near St. Louis). He has studied under the baton of Dr. Brad Holmes at Millikin University and received his B.A. in Music Education, Vocal Emphasis in 2013.

He has taught music and choirs in elementary, middle, and high schools since. Zach currently teaches choir, music theory and composition, and Theatre at Caldwell High School in Idaho. He’s been at Caldwell High since 2017. His choirs continually receive Superior ratings at choral... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, PERFORMANCE

3:45pm PDT

Let's Get to Know Your Voice
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Discover the mechanics behind your voice in "Let's Get to Know Your Voice"! This class will explore how you make sound, what kinds of sounds you can make, and which sounds may best serve you. The instructor is focused on ensuring you sing easily, resonate efficiently, and walk away knowing a little more about yourself.
Faculty
avatar for Will Scott

Will Scott

Will lives in Boise and loves singing bass. He is the director of the (brand new!) all voices chorus in Boise - the Starling Singers - and was previously the assistant director of the Boise Chordsmen.
Ask Will about his past vocal injury and how that's influenced his singing path! Or for a less heavy topic, ask will about board games... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING

3:45pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

3:45pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

3:45pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
FULL
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity full
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

3:45pm PDT

PVI Personal Vocal Instruction
LIMITED
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
Limited Capacity seats available
COACH ASSIGNMENT TBD.

In this class there are two students and one coach. Each student receives 30 minutes of personal vocal coaching, and observes the other student during their coaching.

Note: to help us accommodate as many PVI requests as we can, please only sign up for one PVI session.
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, SINGING

3:45pm PDT

Sing Expressively Without Compromising Chords
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
When we speak, we add emphasis by changing the pitch of our voice. But we can't modify pitch when we are singing barbershop and trying to lock chords! What other tools can we use to add inflection to important words? By the end of this class, you will understand how expression is judged in the Sweet Adelines and Barbershop Harmony Society systems, and you will have new tools to sing expressively...
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Faculty
avatar for Frances Lunder

Frances Lunder

Faculty, Coach
Frances Lunder is the assistant director for Rain City Voices & Sound Harmony Chorus. She also leads Faculty Training and Development for Sweet Adelines Region 13.

Frances has been barbershopping since 2010. She loves competitive quartetting, most recently with "Electric Boogaloo... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
TBA
  SINGING, PERFORMANCE

3:45pm PDT

Who Am I Duetting With?
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
One of the defining elements of barbershop harmony is active duetting—the way voices interact to create flow, contrast, and energy. It’s also one of the least-used skills. In this hands-on quartet lab, you’ll learn what active duetting really is, why it works, and how to use it immediately in your own singing. All levels welcome. There WILL be singing—bring your favorite chart, if you...
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Faculty
avatar for Raymond Schwarzkopf

Raymond Schwarzkopf

Faculty
Singer? Teacher? Quartet Guy? Coach? Music Judge? Admitted Computer Geek? Director? and FRIEND! Raymond Schwarzkopf is all of these...and more. His many years in theater, music (both vocal and instrumental), business, and teaching have made him a valuable asset for every group with... Read More →
Saturday June 13, 2026 3:45pm - 4:45pm PDT
  SINGING

4:30pm PDT

Dinner - Saturday
Saturday June 13, 2026 4:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
TBA
Breakfast!
Saturday June 13, 2026 4:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
TBA
  MEAL

7:00pm PDT

Saturday Night Show
Saturday June 13, 2026 7:00pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
The Saturday night show will feature the following talent:- *quartets and choruses that received coaching over the weekend (1 song each)- Our most recent BHS District champion quartet (3 songs)- Our headliner quartet (30 minute show package)- Formal afterglow in Kilworth Chapel afterwards*Please note: We want to remain as inclusive as possible. However, in order to keep the show within a...
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Saturday June 13, 2026 7:00pm - 9:30pm PDT
TBA
 
Sunday, June 14
 

7:00am PDT

Breakfast - Sunday
Sunday June 14, 2026 7:00am - 9:00am PDT
TBA
Breakfast!
Sunday June 14, 2026 7:00am - 9:00am PDT
TBA
  MEAL

8:30am PDT

The Growth Hack
Sunday June 14, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am PDT
TBA
100% of the groups that have employed these concepts have grown and grown dramatically.  Chapters have tripled in size 8 months while others started with literally 1 person and are now at 30 members only 2 months later.  You won't want to miss this game-changing session as it will dramatically change your perspectives on growing your chapter. 
Faculty
avatar for Paul Ellinger

Paul Ellinger

Faculty, Coach
Paul is a multifaceted presenter. In his 9 years on faculty at HU, he has taught/coached singing, music, performance, directing concepts and chapter growth. In one session with Paul you will get to see first hand his passion for helping others and his ability to address enormously... Read More →
avatar for Ric Keaster

Ric Keaster

Faculty, Huntington Tri-State Chapter (JAD)
Retired Western Kentucky University Professor/Administrator (Educational Leadership)President of Local Chapter (10 Years) BHS Leadership Facilitator (4 Years)BHS AmbassadorJAD Director of Administrative Leadership (5 Years)Sings baritone, tenor, or bassPastimes: golf, tennis, barbershop... Read More →
Sunday June 14, 2026 8:30am - 10:00am PDT
TBA
  LEADERSHIP
 

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