Education

The main purpose of Sweet Adelines International is education of members in the art of singing four-part harmony, barbershop style. If you want to improve your singing abilities and learn a cappella harmony barbershop style, Sweet Adelines International offers the most comprehensive, quality education available anywhere in the world. Nearly every chorus provides access to leading experts in the areas of vocal production, choreography, stage direction, costuming, stage makeup, judging, teaching (faculty), chorus management, arranging, directing, personal growth and leadership. Together, our teams of international educators have created effective programs designed to help every woman achieve success.

Young Women in Harmony
The Young Women in Harmony Program focuses on acquainting young female singers with the barbershop style, primarily in school-based choruses and quartets. Complimentary teaching materials and sheet music are available to music educators, who may also receive volunteer support from local Sweet Adeline choruses, quartets and individual members.

Young Women in Harmony Coordinators - Contact your nearest Young Women in Harmony coordinator to find how to start a Young Women in Harmony program in your area.

Barbershop Basics
Barbershop Basics #1 - Vocal Skills
Barbershop Basics #2 - Learning Music
Barbershop Basics #3 - Rehearsal Expectations/Riser Etiquette
Barbershop Basics #4 – Dues/Membership
Barbershop Basics #5 - Standing Rules
Barbershop Basics #6 - Chapter Communication
Barbershop Basics #7 - Chapter Leadership/Structure

Basic Criteria for Public Performance

Sweet Adelines International Terminology

Performance Level Guidelines

Betty Clipman's Vocal Production Series

The Sudoku of Choreography by Renee Porzel

DCP Resource Modules
The Director Certification Program (DCP) is an educational program designed to provide training for Sweet Adelines International directors, potential directors and musical leaders. Information contained in the DCP Resource Modules will enhance participants skills in directing a Sweet Adelines chorus as well as prepare them for each skill area test required for advancement in the program. Download the table of contents to see a list of topics covered in the modules.

Director Page
Official Web page for directors.

Handouts
Directors' Seminar and Judge Training - Download handouts from the Directors' Seminar and Judge Training.
International Education Symposium - Download handouts from past International Education Symposiums.

International Education Events
PERSONAL PERFORMANCE POWER - IES Global - The global schools’ all-embracing theme, “Personal Performance Power,” will feature high-energy classes for attendees — designed around “The Power In You,” as a singer and a performer.

International Faculty
International Faculty Search - Get biographical and contact information on all of Sweet Adelines International's faculty members.

International Faculty Program Update (Audio)

MENC/EMEA Nomination Form
The Music Educators National Conference (MENC)/European Music Educators Association (EMEA) Award is presented to a member of Sweet Adelines who has made outstanding contributions to the music education of youth. Download the nomination form.

Newsletters
Download newsletters from a collection of interesting publications produced by international headquarters.

Pitch Pipe Articles
The Pitch Pipe informs and educates the members of Sweet Adelines International. Online editions of the magazine are now available.

Programs
Discover the numerous leadership opportunities and educational programs that are available to members.

Webinars
Register for upcoming FREE Webinars - all hosted by members of the Membership Committee and special guest speakers.

Queens' College
Queens' College is a weekend packed with classes, performances, quartet coaching, laughing, examining crowns and meeting new friends. Find out when you can participate in the next weekend session.