Akron Derbytown Chorus

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Akron Derbytown Chorus Calling AKRON home since 1939! Come ring some chords with our well established chorus. The membership of our Society, as expected, has aged over the years.

The Akron Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society was founded in 1945, roughly seven years after the creation of the, "Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barbershop Quartet Singing in America" (aka - S.P.E.B.S.Q.S.A.), which was founded in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on April 12th, 1938. The name was chosen as a wry commentary, on many governmental organizations at the time, which were in the habit of using acronyms as names (WAC – Women’s Army Corps; FDIC – Federal Deposit Corp.; etc). The first meeting of the Akron Chapter, was on the evening of February 6, 1945, at the Mayflower Hotel on South Main St. downtown, where ten men, all friends and all interested in singing, got together to relax. They decided that they should meet regularly, (twice a month on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays) to forget the trials and tribulations of business and indulge in some good old-fashioned barbershop harmony. Barbershop harmony and the preservation of this truly American art form for future generations, is the primary focus of the Barbershop Harmony Society. Over the years, the Society has grown, and our love for close a cappella harmony is as strong as ever. We sing, and share with audiences of all stripes, the arrangements both old school - from years gone by, and new contemporary tunes that are familiar to our audiences, which have been rendered into classic “Barbershop”. And we are continually seeking new blood, to carry on our crusade to preserve this musical style. It is a fun and engaging hobby, and we invite anyone (whether you believe you can sing or not), to come join us ‘of a Tuesday evening, and enjoy the music.

09/08/2026

Are you planning to come and hear us sing as well as support our Chapter? Tickets are available now (we are limited to 150 seats) and all quartets and choruses who would like to sing are welcome!

08/09/2026

Beautiful night for some singing from Keyed Up followed by a ballgame.

06/30/2026

If you are at the Rubber Ducks game tonight, we are excited to also be in attendance to sing The National Anthem. See you back at our regular rehearsal location next Tuesday!

What are you doing tonight? We're having our open house. If you visit, you'll get to hear more barbershop harmony and si...
04/07/2026

What are you doing tonight? We're having our open house. If you visit, you'll get to hear more barbershop harmony and sing with us if you'd like. Note: pizza and pop will be served! That's right. Free singing and free food. What more can you ask for?

THANKS to all who attended our 77th Annual Show this past weekend. Here is a photo of the entire cast including The Newf...
03/23/2026

THANKS to all who attended our 77th Annual Show this past weekend. Here is a photo of the entire cast including The Newfangled Four and Hot Air Buffoons as part of our callbacks.

Ready to come sing with us?? We have a guest night on April 7th at 7 pm. Hope to see you there! (Guest Night at the Salvation Army 190 S Maple St, Akron)

We will be back rehearsing on Tuesday, March 31st also if you can't wait until the 7th!!

It is great to see how the Akron Chapter is growing!
03/23/2026

It is great to see how the Akron Chapter is growing!

THANK YOU to everyone who came to support us this past weekend as we appeared on our FIRST Akron Chapter BHS Annual Show. It was a blast, we made some great memories and introduced the audience to our ensemble!

Here is a picture someone shared of the full cast during our call backs.

Interested in joining us? Come to our Guest Night on April 7 at 7 pm at the Akron Salvation Army (190 S Maple, Akron) or on our regular rehearsal night. We will be back Thursday, April 2 at 7:30. We would love to have you join us!

Akron Derbytown Chorus Barbershop Harmony Society Johnny Appleseed District of the Barbershop Harmony Society

They are correct... there are still some GREAT seats available!!!
03/19/2026

They are correct... there are still some GREAT seats available!!!

THIS SATURDAY 3/21 AND SUNDAY 3/22 IN AKRON, OH w/ THE DERBYTOWN CHORUS!
TELL ALL UR PALS AND LETS SELL OUT THESE SHOWS!
OKAY BYE!!!!

03/18/2026

WE ARE ONLY 3 DAYS AWAY from our 77th Annual Show!! Tickets are available online at derbytownchorus.org or by calling 234-738-0356! Make sure you get your tickets today!

We are excited to welcome Hot Air Buffoons and The Newfangled Four to our new venue at the CF HS Performing Arts Center (2630 13th Street, Cuyahoga Falls, OH).

Here's a look back at the Hot Air Buffoons to get you ready... share and get your tickets NOW!!!

https://youtu.be/IwSmUaG-VJc?si=u0j-oKG1NqDP2qkf

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