Powered by WebRing. Home     Performance Schedule     Practice Schedule     Barbershop LInks     International Convention Report     The Spirit Of Shenandoah Chapter J-048 The Apple Capital Chorus is seeking men who enjoy singing. No formal training is required. Come join us at a rehearsal for a fun evening of music.  See the "Practice Schedule" for details.                              Barbershop Singing is Alive and Well in the Shenandoah Valley. Courtesy of Grand Photographer John P. Westervelt                                                         The Barbershop Harmony Society; Founded in 1938 in Tulsa, Okla., is the largest all-male singing organization in the world with nearly 30,000 members including 1,500 quartets in over 800 chapters. There are also eight official foreign affiliates of the Society. This organization was formerly known as, the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing in America, Inc. (SPEBSQSA), Inc. Barbershop harmony is a uniquely American musical art form. It is known for its four-part harmony and the “expanded sound” created by its unique chord structure. The Apple Capital Chorus is the Winchester Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society  The Barbershop Harmony society is a non-profit organization which donates all profits to charities through the Harmony Foundation.  Under the direction of John Westervelt the chapter strives for excellence in Barbershop Singing. The Chorus practices every Monday evening from 7:00 PM until 9:30 PM at the First United Methodist Church at the corner of Braddock and Fairfax Streets in Winchester, Va. Go to  Schedule of Practices for directions.  Visitors and new members are always welcome.   We audition for new members throughout the entire year.   Mission Statement The mission of the Winchester Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society is to keep and strengthen the tradition and reputation of the style in barbershop singing, providing a personal oportunity to participate in a continuing and rewarding hobby, while realizing our commitment to our chapter, our community, and our international organization. Always check here for any Special Announcements. The Apple Capital Chorus' Spring Sing on April 18th, at the James Wood Middle School in Winchester Virginia was a huge success.   Immediately following the show most participants and their guests went to Donados Italian Restaurant for the Afterglow.  After a delicious dinner, The Crowning Touch favored us with a few more beautifully performed songs.   Director, John Westervelt then led all members of both chorus' and their guests in singing a few of the favorite old time tunes.   It was a wonderful way to cap off a splendid barbershop day. We have a Special Report from Ed Rittenhouse who attended the Harmony Society's International Convention in Nashville, TN. View Our Guestbook Sign Our Guestbook Directory: Apple Capital Front Page Schedule of Performances Schedule of Practices Barbershop Links Performance Proposal Form Special Report Members only access to Membership Roster If login fails: Email Me Paul BarrettWebmaster.