About Crystal Chords

Crystal Chords is an organization of women singers, who meet regularly to practice, perform, socialize, and have fun. We currently have 35 singers of all ages and all walks of life from the Corning/Elmira/Ithaca areas.

Performance

The main purpose of Crystal Chords is to get out and sing for our community. We perform on shows, at a number of community events, and in annual competitions.  If you're looking for a unique musical experience to liven up your event, please Contact Us.

Education

Another great passion of ours is learning more about the art of a capella singing. Vocal instruction is a regular part of chorus rehearsals, and a very important component of the chorus experience. We also get coaching from experts in singing and performance.

Competition

Every spring Crystal Chords participates in the Area 3 chorus competition and convention. Competitions are a special time for quartets and choruses from our area to come together to sing for each other, and get constructive feedback from a panel of judges. Those quartets and choruses that score high enough earn the right to compete on the international level, at the Harmony, Inc. International Competition, which is held in the fall in various locations throughout the U.S. and Canada.  In 2010, International Competition will be held in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada.

 

Quartets

Singing in a quartet is a unique experience.   The opportunities for education, the deep friendships that result, and the chance to share the passion for great music can't be beat.   Crystal Chords currently is home to a number of wonderful quartets, and we are very proud of them!   Click here to see our quartet section.