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Tags and Swipes, Contest 2018

Farmington Valley Chorus (continued)

Ieva, Kathy and Beckie
Betty

I was introduced to barbershop by my Dad and my producing better sound and preserving the vocal
husband and spent many fun weekends following chords. Thru education, we can still sing in our
my husband’s chorus and his quartets to “golden” years.
performances and competitions.
Judging has also come a long way. We have
In 41 years I’ve seen great improvement in the way raised our standards and caliber of our singing.
things are done in both the men’s and women’s
society. Coaching has gotten better - more focus on I enjoyed contest weekend especially since it was
my birthday and what better way is there then
spending it with friends? I got to chat with a few
of the “newbies “ who were delightful and so
eager. Ahhh, youth!! My advice to them is keep
the energy, keep an open mind, work hard, feel
comfortable feel confident and bring into the
chorus some more young members to keep this
great organization alive. It will keep them young.

I’d hoped for a blue ribbon, but I’m still happy
with what we accomplished. We did improve, but
will need to work even harder to attain A level.

Remember it’s all about treasuring the journey –
not the medal.

Nancy Propfe

Betty
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North Atlantic Region 1 Sweet Adelines