One evening, back in 2011, a couple of Barbershoppers were returning home to Brunswick County after rehearsing in Wilmington with the Cape Fear Chordsmen chorus. By the end of the long drive, conversation turned to the notion of having a Barbershop chapter right here in Brunswick County. The idea was suggested to a few other Brunswick County Barbershoppers and weekly meetings began. Soon, more men from local communities started to come and sing with the group. In June 2012, the group got its first experienced Barbershop music director, Barbara Berry. Barbara served as our director until she retired in June of 2023. The chorus name of Coastal Harmonizers was chosen and application for chapter membership in the Barbershop Harmony Society began. The charter was granted in April 2013, and the new Brunswick County, NC, Chapter was added to the Carolinas District of the Barbershop Harmony Society.
In the fall of 2023, we welcomed our current director, Kat Vigil to lead us into our future Barbershop adventures.
A Truly American Art Form
Barbershop Harmony is Music in a very pure form, created with nothing but human voices coming together to create a rich and satisfying texture that is pleasing to the ears and invigorating to the soul. Whether you're an experienced or a brand new musician, barbershop levels the playing field and allows you to find your voice and be a part of creating something that is greater than the sum of its parts.
Barbershop Harmony is Fraternity
Men (and women) from all over the world and from all walks of life and all ages can come together and share in this truly American art form and find common ground through self-expression in song. The friendships forged through barbershop harmony bridge gaps that no other hobby is capable of doing. And for many devotees, barbershop is far more than a hobby--it's a passion!
Barbershop Harmony is a Way of Life
Perfecting this musical art form takes commitment. When done well, our music reaches audiences on a personal level. You will experience personal growth, build self-confidence and create lasting memories as your work with others to perform for a variety of audiences from large concerts to intimate Singing Valentines. And the lessons learned in barbershop harmony last a lifetime.
Mission Statement of the Coastal Harmonizers
In the fall of 2023, we welcomed our current director, Kat Vigil to lead us into our future Barbershop adventures.
A Truly American Art Form
Barbershop Harmony is Music in a very pure form, created with nothing but human voices coming together to create a rich and satisfying texture that is pleasing to the ears and invigorating to the soul. Whether you're an experienced or a brand new musician, barbershop levels the playing field and allows you to find your voice and be a part of creating something that is greater than the sum of its parts.
Barbershop Harmony is Fraternity
Men (and women) from all over the world and from all walks of life and all ages can come together and share in this truly American art form and find common ground through self-expression in song. The friendships forged through barbershop harmony bridge gaps that no other hobby is capable of doing. And for many devotees, barbershop is far more than a hobby--it's a passion!
Barbershop Harmony is a Way of Life
Perfecting this musical art form takes commitment. When done well, our music reaches audiences on a personal level. You will experience personal growth, build self-confidence and create lasting memories as your work with others to perform for a variety of audiences from large concerts to intimate Singing Valentines. And the lessons learned in barbershop harmony last a lifetime.
Mission Statement of the Coastal Harmonizers
- Provide the means to encourage and enjoy singing four-part harmony in the Barbershop Style.
- Provide our members a comfortable environment which fosters fun and fellowship while effectively exercising and improving our musical skills.
- Develop and maintain a performing chorus with a high level of quality singing that will be pleasing and entertaining to a variety of audiences.
- Inform our community about Barbershop and contribute by performing and sharing our musical talents.
- Become a prominent performing arts organization in Brunswick County.
