Women’s A Cappella Chorus Holds Open Rehearsals on Tuesday Nights

Pawtucket, Rhode Island, January 1, 2026 — Harmony Heritage Chorus, the award winning Rhode Island chapter of Harmony, Incorporated, an international organization of female a cappella singers specializing in the barbershop harmony style, resumes open, in-person Tuesday night rehearsals on January 6Th. Rehearsals are held at at Epworth United Methodist Church on 915 Newport Avenue in Pawtucket, RI. Female singers of all ages and musical backgrounds are welcome to attend. Rehearsals begin at 7:00 pm. Parking is available on site.

“Almost every one of our members came for the music, but each of us stayed for the camaraderie,” says Camilla Streeter, chapter president. “We welcome women who like to sing, even if it’s just in the privacy of their cars.”

The Harmony Heritage chorus is an award-winning chapter of Harmony, Inc. that performs under the direction of Bob O’Connell, an accomplished director, performer, arranger and musician. “It’s important to note that barbershop harmony is often considered the ‘everyman’s’ a cappella,” says O’Connell. “Members don’t need to have a lot of musical experience, formal training, or even have the ability to read music. As long as she loves to sing, we have the tools to help her find success in barbershop harmony.”

Harmony Heritage chorus primarily sings in the barbershop harmony style, which traces its musical roots back to the turn of the 20th century. Today, barbershop harmony singers not only celebrate the classics, but also put their own spin on contemporary songs as well.

For more information about Harmony Heritage chorus, visit www.harmonyheritage.org  . For questions on rehearsals or membership, contact Shelley Pray at 401-226-5192 or spray59423@aol.com.  To inquire about booking a performance by the chorus, contact Barbara-Ann MacIntosh at 401-560-0073 or joyhi@cox.net.