Harmony, Incorporated HI Note: January 2022 Issue #1

President's Message: Focusing on possibilities

Focusing on possibilities
By Linda Brehaut, International President
POSSIBILITIES – that is my word for 2022!

Let us look for possibilities that will connect us, that will inspire us, that will motivate us. Let us look for possibilities when others are looking at problems. Let us take whatever this year throws at us (and please do not even try to guess what that could be!) and make the best of it.

I have moved far away from thinking that I know - or think I know - how things will go, any more than a day or two ahead. I have become flexible (not physically of course!) and ready to accommodate change. With that said, I am not prepared to be flexible with my core values. I will continue to be understanding and compassionate. I will continue to value the people who are journeying through life with me (and that includes each of you!) and celebrate the joy we bring to each other.

We may have come together because of music, but I dare say that those who enjoy singing and performing do so for others. That is what unites us. We are all in this organization so that we can bring a positive experience to someone else – it might be our audience, or simply each other.

2022 is starting off a little shaky with uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, but I am inviting each of you to come together. Collectively, we will work together to look for new possibilities to make this year a positive one.

Wishing each and every one of you a wonderful New Year filled with wide-open eyes as we look for the possibilities that surround us.

International Chorus Video

'...and we will come back home!'

Please enjoy the Harmony, Inc. 2021 Virtual International Chorus performing From Now On from the Golden Globe Award-winning movie, The Greatest Showman, the plot of which can be summarized as “the impossible comes true.”

Find it here: youtu.be/HE7m901jypg

Membership Adventures: Upcoming Elections

Consider serving at the international level
By Kim Meechan, Director of Membership

Can you believe that 2022 is here already? There are so many things to look forward to this year, the best of which, I hope, is to see each other in person at upcoming Area and International Conventions and Contests.

While these annual events provide a wonderful way to enjoy our membership with Harmony, Inc., I’ve discovered that there is another way to feel that connectedness and fulfillment - serving the International Board of Directors. This is my third year on the IBOD. In addition to getting to know the amazing women who provide leadership to our organization, I have learned more about Harmony, Inc. than I ever could have imagined. When experience and learning move beyond any chapter or area it is like a bright spotlight, shining on every aspect of our organization. The work, consideration, and dedication to Harmony, Inc. of these women is remarkable. Our history, our plans for the future, and our daily interactions with members are exciting and rewarding.

I encourage every one of you to think about ways you can contribute to the work of Harmony, Inc. at the international level, whether it be as an assistant to the IBOD, as an Area Director, or as a Board Director. Elections will be coming up this spring for a number of positions including Area Director for Areas 1, 3 and 5 and Board Directors. Consider nominating someone you know who has the skills, the time, and the interest in nurturing and growing Harmony, Inc.

The deadline for nominations and applications is May 1, 2022. Online forms, HAR-034 Part 1 (Nomination Form) and HAR-034 Part 2 (Application Form), can be found in the Members Only section of our website.

AC&C News

Area Contest Entry Forms & Deadlines

Area 6 AC&C
March 31-April 3, 2022
Contest Entry Deadline February 1, 2022
Late Entry Cut-off Date March 2, 2022

Area 2 AC&C
April 21-24, 2022
Contest Entry Deadline February 21, 2022
Late Entry Cut-off Date March 23, 2022

Area 3 AC&C
April 29-May 1, 2022
Contest Entry Deadline February 28, 2022
Late Entry Cut-off Date March 30, 2022

Area 5 AC&C
May 27-29, 2022
Contest Entry Deadline March 28, 2022
Late Entry Cut-off Date April 27, 2022

Area 1 AC&C
June 2-5, 2022
Contest Entry Deadline April 4, 2022
Late Entry Cut-off Date May 4, 2022

Area 4 AC&C
June 10-12, 2022
Contest Entry Deadline April 11, 2022
Late Entry Cut-off Date May 11, 2022

As a reminder, all contestants who will perform in Harmony, Inc. contests must be members in good standing, which means that all Harmony, Inc. Corporate, Area, and Chapter dues must be current as of April 1, 2022 in order to participate in contests.

All quartets must be registered with the Quartet Development Coordinator prior to registering for contest. Visit https://www.harmonyinc.org/har-028-official-quartet-registration-form/ to complete the quartet registration process.

Area Contest Entry forms are available beginning January 5. Forms for both Chapters and Quartets are available on the Members Only section of the website or by following the links below. You may complete the contest registration process and pay online, or you may submit your form using the online system and mail payment to the Corporate Office by the posted deadline.

Chorus Entry Form: https://www.harmonyinc.org/har-063-official-area-chorus-contest-entry-form/
Quartet Entry Form: https://www.harmonyinc.org/har-061-official-area-quartet-contest-entry-form/

Harmony Notes

Condolences from the Membership

To the friends and family of Margaret Purdy (former Sea Belles, Area 1), who passed away in December of 2021.
To Nickel City Sound (Area 5) on the death of member Denise Vallee.
To Rhoda Fortier (Nickel City Sound, Area 5) on the death of her sister-in-law, Debbie Fortier.
To Vangie Mofford (Area 1 Associate Member) on the sudden death of her husband, Melvin (Mel) Mofford, who was a barbershopper and huge supporter of Vangie's previous chorus, the Sea Belles.

Your donations to the For Love of Harmony program enable you to identify individuals or groups to receive special recognition, while at the same time providing a monetary gift to Harmony, Inc.

❤ From Island A Cappella in honor of Myrt McCardle, with appreciation for her continuing support of the chorus and quartets.

❤ From Island A Cappella in honor of Mariedith Crockett, with gratitude for her generous spirit and hospitality in opening her home on many occasions as a service to the chapter.

Deadlines approaching!

JANUARY 31: Honorary Membership nomination forms due
MAY 1: Applications/nominations for International Board of Directors due

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