Big Orange Chorus

Big Orange Chorus

Big Orange performing at 2011 Barbershop Harmony Society's International competition
Background information
Origin Jacksonville, Florida
Genres Barbershop music
Years active 1980 (1980)–present
Website Official Website
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The Big Orange Chorus is a men's chorus and chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society[1] based in Jacksonville, Florida, under the direction of Tony DeRosa. The chorus became a chartered member of the Sunshine District[2] in Orange Park, a suburb of Jacksonville in 1980, and also attributes its name to this community. The primary musical focus of the chorus is a cappella music in the style of barbershop harmony, however their repertoire of music spans many styles and difficulty levels in addition to traditional barbershop. Over the years the membership of the chorus has grown to include men from all over the Jacksonville metropolitan area and beyond in the tri-state area of Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina.

The Big Orange Chorus has recently become the cutting edge with the "combined chorus" concept, joining with the Tampa Bay Heralds of Harmony, performing together for competitions and shows, singing under whichever banner is consistent with the venue.

The chorus has become a frequent competitor on the world stage. Most recently, The Big Orange Chorus (combined with the Tampa Bay Heralds of Harmony, singing under the Heralds name) was ranked 9th in the world[3] at the Barbershop Harmony Society's International Competition in July, 2015, at the Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Big Orange Chorus is also the current (2015) Sunshine District chorus champion [4] (their 9th time).

To support ongoing vocal development the chorus is committed to embracing, developing and introducing innovative uses of technology. Digital learning materials in addition to specialized rehearsal approaches and methodologies enable Big Orange Chorus singers of all levels to develop world-class skills in preparation for both regional performances as well as international contests. The result of these efforts is helping improve the quality of male a cappella singing not only within this chorus but also among similar choruses in the Southeastern United States.

The chorus is also referred to by the nickname "The Big O".[5]


Barbershop Harmony Society International Competition

The chorus has had the privilege to perform on the International stage on nine occasions. Their highest ranking came in 1986 when they placed 8th in the world.

Appearances

1985 1986 1987 1990 1991 2010 2011 2012 2015
10th 8th 10th 13th 10th 19th 18th 17th 9th

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External links

References

  1. ↑ [Chapter Search]
  2. ↑ [District Chapters]
  3. ↑ http://www.harmonize.ws/HarmonetReporter/scores/2015/intl/int15fch.pdf
  4. ↑ http://www.harmonize.ws/HarmonetReporter/scores/2015/Spring/Chorus/SUN15DCH.pdf
  5. ↑ jacksonville.com
  6. ↑ International Contest Scores
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