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  • May 31, 2008 - Evergreen District, Division III Convention - Red Deer

    • The Division III Convention included the regular fellowship events on Friday Night and the Afterglow on Saturday night, but the Saturday Show was different by including all Choruses in Division III and not just the top 3.  The Stampede City Chorus had an increase in 30 points and captured 2nd - Most Improved Chorus was Medicine Hat with a 40 point increase.  The top two quartets had tied scores of 400/600 and were tied in the Singing category, but since the Music marks were higher, Trademark including Kevin Robertson, Doug Robertson, Doug Marwood, and Darcy Fraser were awarded the Division III Quartet Trophy.  Both the Stampede City Chorus and Trademark have been invited to the District Convention in Boise, ID but only Trademark will be making the trip to compete at the 2008 District Convention.

  • April 19, 2008 - 53rd Annual Show - Harmony Cafe

    • The show Harmony Cafe took the Stampede City Chorus back to a cafe where the bowling team would normally gather but this night the curlers stop by to check out their cafe.  The Chorus was joined by special guests "Antique Gold", the 2006 International Seniors Quartet Champs, and Doug Arden, comic and ventriloquist.  The local quartets Trademark, Close Encounter, and GOLD also performed on the show.

  • March 28, 2008 - McDougall United - SCC Concert

    • A Show was held at McDougall United on March 28th with the Stampede City Chorus and BRASS joined by the quartets Trademark, Close Encounter, and GOLD.

  • December, 2007 - Christmas Shows

    • The Stampede City Chorus has a number of singouts this Christmas season.  The chorus started by singing for the volunteers at Samaritan's Purse as they packed boxes to send to kids overseas and also sang for the Huntington Hills Manor, at Wild Rose United, for the Francis Kline Manor Christmas Party, at the annual VRRI Christmas Party, and for the Royal Oak Manor.

  • October, 2007 - 2008 SCC Board Announced

    • At the Annual Meeting for the Chapter, the 2008 Board was announced.  David Bruce was re-elected President, Pat Sproule continues as Past President, Wes Hartman continues as Treasurer with a search continuing for his replacement, David Hicks takes over as Secretary, Jim Dallman continues as VP Marketing & Performance, Ray Falk joins the board as VP Membership, Doug Spensley joins the board as Member at Large, and Angus Norman joins the board as VP Music.

  • March 17, 2007 - Annual Show - It's A Great Day for the Irish

    • On St. Patrick's Day, the Stampede City Chorus was joined by OnCue and the Possak Irish Dancer for our Annual Show, "It's A Great Day for the Irish".  The show also included the local quartets Trademark, Close Encounter, MountainAires, and GOLD.

  • Oct 11, 2006 - 2007 SCC Board Announced

    • At the Annual Meeting for the Chapter, the Board for 2007 was announced.  David Bruce was elected President and Pat Sproule becomes Past President.  Wes Hartman continues and Treasurer, Don Judd as Secretary, Jim Dallman as VP Marketing & VP Performance, and Kevin Robertson as VP Music.  Non-board positions include Jim Fellows, Webmaster; Bob Miller, Noteator Editor; Bob Parker, Uniforms; & Don Clarke & Doug Spensley, Librarians.

  • September 28, 2006 - Evergreen District Convention - Spokane, WA

    • SCC travelled by bus to Spokane, WA to participate in the Evergreen District Convention.  As displayed by the faces before and after singing "Give Me A Barbershop Song" and "Irish Lullaby", the guys were excited to be on stage and thrilled with their performance (click here to see photos).  Unfortunately, due to the contest being held in a convention hall without a shell for the chorus, the Judges did not reward us for our efforts.  The quartet Brief Encounter with Keith Sveinson, Chris van der Baaren, Doug Spensley, and Leon Buchamer also competed at District.

  • July, 2006 - Music Leadership Change

    • The SCC Board has approved a change in the music leadership of the chorus.  Kevin Robertson will be the primary Music Director for the chorus and Chris van der Baaren will be Assistant Director.  The changes will also include an expanded music team with designated section leaders to assist with the teaching of new music.

  • April 1, 2006 - 51st Annual Show - Survivors In Harmony

    • The Stampede City Chorus held it's 51st Annual Show under the direction of Kevin Robertson & Chris van der Baaren.  The show featured the guest quartet the Boon Brothers, the dance troupe MC Dancers, and local quartets North 40, MountainAires, and GOLD.

  • 2006 Barbershopper of the Year - David Bruce

    • To recognize the significant contributions that David Bruce made as Registrar for the 2006 Evergreen District Convention and for his ongoing contributions as VP Membership, David was selected to be Barbershopper of the Year for 2006.

  • October 2005 Evergreen District Convention - Calgary

    • On September 30th & October 1, the barbershoppers of Evergreen District converged on Calgary for the annual convention.  In addition to the 850 registrants, there was great support from the people of Calgary and surrounding area as the 2300 seat, newly renovated Jubilee Auditorium was filled to capacity for the Show of Champions on October 1.  The show featured the newly crowned quartet champions, "Vocal Magic", the new chorus champions "Northwest Sound" from Bellevue, WA, and the 100+ man ABC Chorus.  The Stampede City Chorus was thrilled to host this event and promises that it won't be another 14 years before we do it again!

  • SCC participates in the Alberta Barbershop Centennial (ABC) Chorus

    • During 2005, members of the Stampede City Chorus joined 100+ men's barbershop singers from across the province to participate in the Alberta Barbershop Centennial Chorus.  The performances in Lethbridge, Calgary, Edmonton, Medicine Hat, Red Deer, and at the Evergreen District Convention gave these singers a once in a lifetime opportunity to sing with a very special chorus and celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the province of Alberta.  With standing ovations at every show, this chorus was certainly a crowd pleaser as well.  Special thanks was extended to Terry Crowe and Don Craig for spearheading this chorus and to Randy Peter for directing.

  • April 16, 2005: SCC & WHS present "Cent-amental Journey"

    • For the 50th Anniversary of the Stampede City Chorus, 15th Anniversary of the Western Hospitality Singers, and the 100th Anniversary of the Province of Alberta, the two Calgary choruses joined forces with the Alberta Barbershop Centennial Chorus for a show at Grace Baptist Church. 

  • Christmas Singouts 2004

    • The Stampede City Chorus had several singouts during the Christmas season.  Thanks to Keith Lea, a new member of the chorus, we had the opportunity to sing on the Optimist Club "Christmas to Remember" concert in Jack Singer Hall and shared the stage with The Heebee-jeebees, choirs from Mount Royal College, the Stampede Show Band, and others.  Concerts were held at St Thomas United on the first Sunday in Advent and at Wild Rose United nearer to Christmas.  And for the 16th year, the chorus sang for the VRRI Christmas Party with 50+ of the guests at the party joining us for a rousing version of Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer and Silent Night.  The chorus Christmas Party was hosted by Kevin Robertson with 50+ in attendance for caroling and fellowship.

  • May 28-29, 2004: 49th Annual Show - "The Roxy"

    • The 49th Annual Show was held May 28 & 29th.  The Rhythm of the Rockies ladies barbershop chorus were the specials guests along with Damien James, Ventriloquist.  Chapter quartets GOLD, MountainAires, and TAG-The Acapella Guys contributed to the show along with special appearances by Silken aka "Old Yellar".

  • Jan 10, 2004: Proposed Goals for 2004

    • The Board of the Stampede City Chorus approved the following goals for 2004:

    • 1.  To achieve ongoing improvement in the performance quality of the chorus

    • 2.  To achieve a successful chapter annual show, and other singing events during the year

    • 3.  To increase chorus numbers to 50 performers for our 50th anniversary of the chapter and develop infrastructure to support ongoing chapter growth.

    • 4.  To prepare the chapter for participation in the 2005 ABC mass chorus.

    • 5.  Modernize the chorus performance image by updating costumes and accessories

    • 6.  Support the planning for the Evergreen District Fall Convention in 2005.

  • Dec. 2003: Bachelor of Barbershop Music awarded to Don Clarke, Barbershopper of the Year awarded to Keith Sveinson

    • The Evergreen District set out requirements for a Bachelor of Barbershop Music that awards the number of ways that a member can contribute to Barbershop Harmony and a points score for each of these items.  The minimum points required is 350.  Don Clarke, having achieved a score of 449, was awarded the Bachelor of Barbershop Music by Evergreen District and was presented with this certificate by the Stampede City Chorus.  His accomplishments include 47 years of membership, attendance at COTS schools, Harmony College, District Contest, and International Contests; contributions as Chapter President, Board Member, and Chorus Director; and participation in many quartets and as a coach.

    • Although Keith Sveinson has only been a member of the Stampede City Chorus for a few years, he has contributed as Show Chairman for the last two years, is currently on the Standing Show Committee, is Co-Section Leader of the Lead Section, and sings with the quartet Mountainaires.  For Keith's contributions to barbershop singing in the chapter, he was awarded the Barbershopper of the Year (BOTY) Award for 2003.

  • Oct. 2003: SCC Co-Director, Kevin Robertson, recognized as Certified Director

    • Having completed two years of study at Directors College and additional courses, Kevin Robertson, Co-Director of the Stampede City Chorus, completed the requirements to be a Certified Director with SPEBSQSA.  His certificate and pin were presented at the Evergreen District Convention in Spokane, WA in October, 2003.

  • Oct. 2003: Stampede City Chorus wins Bid to Host the 2005 Evergreen District Convention

    • The Evergreen District Board, at their Board Meeting in October, 2003 in Spokane, WA, received a presentation by the Stampede City Chorus to hold the Annual Convention in Calgary, Alberta.  The presentation was very well received and SCC was given their full support for the convention that will be held September 30, 2005 - October 1, 2005.  The contest will be make use of the newly renovated Jubilee Auditorium and the Headquarters Hotel will be at the Hyatt in downtown Calgary.  Click here for more info. 

  • 2003 International Convention - Montreal, PQ - July 1-5, 2003

    • Some members of the SCC went to Montreal for the convention.  Click here to see more information.

  • 2003 Division III Competition - June 7, 2003 - Stampede City Chorus wins Most Improved Chorus Award

    • At the 2003 Division III Competition, the Stampede City Chorus improved their marks by 32 points over the prior year to win the Most Improved Chorus Award.  The mark of 360 also gave them third place in the contest and a high enough score to qualify the chorus for the Evergreen District Competition taking place in Spokane, WA in October, 2003.  The top two choruses, Western Hospitality Singers and Spruce Grove Chorus, also qualified for Evergreen District Competition.

    • The Champion Division III Quartet, with a score of 411, was Take Note with the SCC Director, Chris Van der Baaren, as their Bass.

    • Seniors Quartet Champion was the MountainAires, a quartet that includes four members of the Stampede City Chorus: Keith Sveinson, Don Clarke, Roger Woodgate, and Angus Norman.

  • VRRI grants the Stampede City Chorus an Honorary Membership

    • Every Christmas for the last 14 years, the Stampede City Chorus has performed for the Christmas Party of the Vocational Rehabilitation Research Institute.  At a recent Board Meeting, VRRI voted to honor the Stampede City Choruses with an Honorary Membership for the contributions to VRRI over the years.

  • 2003 Annual Show - April 4 & 5, 2003

    • The 48th Annual Show held April 4 & 5, 2003 was certainly a success for the chorus.  Over a week before the first performance all of the seats in the 462 seat Lord Beaverbrook High School Theatre were SOLD OUT for all three performances.

    • In the last few weeks leading up to the show, the Stampede City Chorus had the opportunity to sing a Mini-Show for the local Sweet Adeline choruses who were going to be away the same weekend as the show.  The chorus and quartets got a chance to sing and to hear the ladies quartets Nice Shoes, Impromptu, and Rhapsody.

    • The Stampede City Chorus was in top form for the three performances on April 4 & 5th.  Under the direction of Chris Van der Baaren (Music Director) and Kevin Robertson (Assistant Director) the chorus sang a mix of songs with three members of the chapter, Alec Fleming, Ray Falk, and Peter Jacquest, contributing as actors.  The quartets from the chapter, GOLD, Harmony KARD, and The Acappella Guys, all contributed several songs to fill out the program.  Special guests included the Bow Valley Fiddlers, the Linda Possak Irish Dancers, and the extremely popular local group the Heebee-jeebees.  It was a great weekend for all involved and the chorus is encouraged by the positive reaction that was received from the audience.  See pictures from the show on the "Photos" page.

  • 2003 Executive Board & 2002 Barbershopper of the Year

    • On December 18, 2002 the 2003 Executive Board was installed by Past President Chris Masterman.  The 2003 Executive for the Stampede City Chorus is listed on the Contact Page.

    • On January 8, 2003 the Barbershopper of the Year (BOTY) for 2002 was awarded by Chris Masterman to Kevin Robertson for contributions in 2002 including an update to the chorus website and contributions as Assistant Director.

  • December, 2002 - Christmas Concerts

    • For a group who just loves to sing, the Christmas season is a high time for the Stampede City Chorus.  Singing for the reception at the Gala Night for the Festival of Trees brought much positive feedback from those who attended.  We were asked again to sing for the Vocational and Rehabilitation Research Institute (VRRI) Christmas Party where we were joined by the audience for rousing renditions of Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer and Silent Night and we were given the opportunity to smile at the sight of Hugh Lowe with antlers on!

    • Two concerts held jointly with the choirs of Knox Presbyterian and St.David's United were a departure from prior types of Christmas Concerts but certain a great experience.  Some of the performers at these concerts included the Stampede Show Band Percussion Section, Knox trio, choirs from both churches, junior choirs from St.David's, the Fore Fathers quartet, a temporarily revised GOLD quartet, and, of course, the Stampede City Chorus.  We hope that Knox and St.David's were as thrilled with these events as we were.  Truely a great way to say (sing?) "We Wish You A Merry Christmas".

  • October 25-27, 2002 - Division III Workshop - Lethbridge, Alberta

    • The Stampede City Chorus and the chorus quartets GOLD and Harmony KARD participated in an outstanding weekend hosted by the Gas City Chorus in Lethbridge.  The quartets SAGE, which includes the legendary Freddie King, and Most Happy Fellows were brought in to provide coaching for quartets, choruses, and for the massed chorus.  The Saturday night performance included several choruses and quartets and the 135 man massed chorus ending the performance with "Let's Harmonize" and "He's Got the Whole World in His Hands".  Excellent job by the Lethbridge chorus to put on this event!  For pictures of the event go to: http://www.evg.org/~megacity/Division3/Clinic/   Thanks for the pictures, Lyle!

  • September 24, 2002 - Visit to Wild Rose Harmonizers rehearsal, Red Deer

    • Some of the members of the chorus made the trek to Red Deer on a Tuesday night to visit the Wild Rose Harmonizers.  It was a great inter-chapter event with coaching by BRASS and impressive snacks to follow a night a singing.  For pictures of the event click on the following link: http://www.evg.org/~megacity/RedDeer/020924/index.html

  • September 18, 2002 - New Website

    • The website for the Stampede City Chorus has been modified and updated so that it is more useful for those interested in the activities of the chorus.  Ongoing updates will occur as new information is available.  Please contact Kevin Robertson (StampedeCC@telus.net) if you have any comments about the revised website.

  • August 28, 2002 - Chorus BBQ

    • A barbeque was held August 28th at Keith Sveinsen's house with most of the chorus in attendance.  Special thanks has to go to Keith and Edna for sharing their backyard with us and to Keith's son-in-law for helping grill the steaks.  Between the chorus ringing a few chords in the warm evening air and contributions by Harmony KARD and GOLD (with a replacement baritone), the requisite quantity of singing was shared with the neighborhood.

  • July & August, 2002 - Choir replacement

    • The Stampede City Chorus had two successful singouts at Central United and St.Thomas United.  A portion of the chorus, thankfully with all four parts present, sang a version of "A Mighty Fortress" with the church's organ and also "This Little Light of Mine" and "Let There Be Peace On Earth" on their own.  The chorus was well received at both churches.

  • April, 2002 - Division III Convention

    • Six choruses and 10 quartets attended the Division III Competition in Red Deer.  Western Hospitality Chorus and the quartet About Face took top honors with good singing and fellowship shared by all.  For more information check out the following website:  http://www.evg.org/~megacity/Division3/Contest2002/

  • April, 2002 - Annual Spring Show

    • The Stampede City Chorus held its 47th Annual Spring Show at Lord Beaverbrook High School Theatre with the theme "Memories from Grandpa's Attic".  In addition to songs performed by the chorus, the show included "Memories" quartet, G.O.L.D. quartet, BRASS quartet, Bow Valley Fiddlers, and special guest quartet Vocal Works.

  • March, 2002 - Tourism Calgary announces that Calgary will host 2007 Sweet Adelines International Convention

    • Tourism Calgary announced that Calgary has been selected to host the 2007 International Competition of Sweet Adelines International, an organization of women's barber shop choruses and quartets including three choruses in Calgary.  This competition will bring 8,000 attendees from around the world to the city October 7-14, 2007.  The successful hosting of the 1993 SPEBSQSA International Competition by the Stampede City Chorus contributed to successful bid.  Chinook Winds chapter is the host chapter for this bid but it is anticipated that they will receive support from all of the women's and men's barbershop chapters in the city and surrounding area.


 

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