The Greater Auckland Chorus (GAC) is chapter of Sweet Adelines International, an American organization for women who sing unaccompanied four-part harmony, barbershop style. GAC was formed in 1983 and since then we have been New Zealand Champions five times.
In 2010, GAC will represent New Zealand at the Sweet Adelines International convention in Seattle after winning the 2009 NZ competition in Auckland this year. Greater Auckland’s performance at this convention earned it 643 points, establishing GAC as an A- ranked chorus.
We have 100+ members from the Greater Auckland district, and beyond - as far north as the Bay Of Islands and as far south as Ngaruawahia! There are also several dual members. These are singers who are members of other Sweet Adelines choruses who choose to sing with GAC for specific events or competitions.
Our chorus is led by Master Director Melody Lowe and supported by Associate Director Jocosa Lowe and Assistant Director Barbara Gore.
Sweet Adelines love to perform and GAC is no exception. As a member of Greater Auckland Chorus you will have the opportunity to perform in public– we have appeared in many venues from band rotundas & churches, country market places & town halls, community events, rest homes & shopping centers, as well as staging own concerts or performing with other groups. The chorus has a considerable repertoire of songs, but new pieces are added regularly.
Women join the Greater Auckland chorus because they love to sing and perform. Added to that are friendships and the incredible fun we have – especially at rehearsal. It’s challenging and exciting, lively and energetic.
Being part of the Greater Auckland Chorus is enriching, not only in a musical sense, but also on a personal level as women develop self confidence and new skills.
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