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Home My WebLink AboutHuron Expositor, 2016-04-20, Page 66 Huron Expositor • Wednesday, April 20, 2016 Harmony Kings are victorious Shaun Gregory Huron Expositor Barbershop music --in the 1930s, the tune, shoo doop shooby doo, broadcasted from numerous street cor- ners across North America. No instruments were needed, just some rhythm and sheer singing power. On April 9, the Seaforth Har- mony Kings kept the nearly century -old a cappella style of melody active. They ven- tured to Scarborough Ont. with one thing on their mind - gold. After losing last year by a nose hair, they knew what was needed to walk awayvic- torious. They made the nec- essary changes and the group of 35 men won first place, making them Ontario District Chorus champions. A feat of its own, considering they were up against seven much larger inhabited cities includ- ing Scarborough Ont. with a population of more than These guys are average guys. They are your mechanics, the farmers, electricians and plumbers," stated the director of the Harmony Kings — Dave Campbell 600,000 people and our neighbouring city, London Ont. with approximately 350,000 souls to share their land. Then, there is Seaforth with about 2,300 residents. "Last year we tied for first with Barrie, which led to a singing contest where they outscored us," said the direc- tor of the Harmony Kings, Dave Campbell. Upon returning home from the competition, they went back to the drawing board immediately. The 2015 neck -to -neck battle made Campbell think outside the box. Seeing as he is the instructor, which involves both choosing and teaching, he decided to search elsewhere. Winning a scholarship from Sing Can- ada, this was a perfect chance, so south he went. After being invited to Bel- mont University in Nashville, Tennessee, Campbell stud- ied the trade that was passed down to him from his father, for a week straight. The Bar- bershop Harmony Society invites instructors from all ea orthhuronex s ositor.co All the members of the Seaforth Harmony Kings. Contributed photo Shaun Gregory Dave Campbell, the director of Seaforth Harmony Kings shows the Ontario District gold "medal" pin. Each member of the chorus was presented with this pin for their win and the chorus. over the globe and offers them a college -type atmos- phere that is specifically for the directors. "I came back with some new tools, I brought it to the guys and they (took) it," he said. "Everyone got a little more focused after they got a taste at the top. They were like we want this." With the new title as champions, the group of fel- las ranging from 17 -80 -years -old, are still just your everyday Seaforth occupants, Campbell said. "These guys are average guys. They are your mechan- ics, the farmers, electricians and plumbers," stated Campbell at his home in Seaforth April 14. "It's just guys that enjoy singing." This month, the Seaforth Harmony Kings edged out seven other teams to become the Ontario District Chorus champions. It's been much more than that for Campbell, as he laughs in his living room. His wife, Lisa Campbell, joins the conversations. "It's more than a hobby, it's a way of life," she said sit- ting across from Campbell in their home. Whether it be singing his first quartet in Grade 5 or to joining the Harmony Kings in high school. This music still has the Seaforth native fascinated as ever. "I enjoy the music, when the cords lock and ring, the sound expands, it sends chills up your back," Campbell said "You can get a lot of emo- tion out of it." A little over a week ago, Campbell was presented with an award called the Barbershop of Renown. The prestigious recognition is for those who are outstanding contributors to both their Chapters and District levels followed by numerous other requirements. For more information on the local singing champions, go to seaforthharmonykings.ca. ATTENTION ADVERTISERS! DEADLINES Our Weekly Deadlines are as follows: ADVERTISING & EDITORIAL Friday @ 2:00 pm OFFICE HOURS: Mon. - Thurs. 9am - 5pm • Fri. 8am - 4pm CLOSED TUESDAYS Seaforth 41 Huron Expositor MIMI 8 Main St., Seaforth PH: 519-527-0240 www.seaforthhuronexpositor.com AlrlY DIRCTORY (.01 JJflUJRC'H You are invited to attend these area churches ST. THOMAS ANGLICAN 21 Jarvis St., Seaforth Church Office 519-527-1522 holyspirit@ The Rev. Lynn MitchellhellInterim Priest SundayApril24 Worship at 9:3Oam Parish Pastoral Care Team meets Sat. April 23 at 10am Thursday April 28 at 7pm Dessert & Coffee & Presentation by the Reids of their mission work in Tanzania All are Welcome EGMONDVILLE UNITED CHURCH Worship Leader Trish McGregor g April 24th - 10:30am Youth Sunday School with Steve Hildebrand 10:30am - Plant Sale & Homemade pie + more May 7th, 8-10:30am Everyone Welcome For more information view our website WI www.egmondvilleunitedchurch.com is BETHEL BIBLE CHURCH An Associated Gospel Church 126 Main St. Seaforth 519-527-0982 Interim Pastor: Rev. Laurie Morris April 24 -11 am Appreciation for Pastor Barry Pot Luck to follow service April 27- 2 pm Manor service Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m. TUESDAY EVENINGS: Youth Groups Boys & Girls Club 6:45 p.m. Wednesdays 7 p.m. Men's & Womens Bible Study (� EVERYONE WELCOME FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 59 Goderich St. W. Seaforth 519-527-0170 Lorrie Mann - Organist Sunday Wo rs h i p April 24 - 11 am Guest Minister: Rev. Rev. Zander Dunn Sunday School Nursery Provided as Needed �. ALL WELCOME ea orthhuronex s ositor.co All the members of the Seaforth Harmony Kings. Contributed photo Shaun Gregory Dave Campbell, the director of Seaforth Harmony Kings shows the Ontario District gold "medal" pin. Each member of the chorus was presented with this pin for their win and the chorus. over the globe and offers them a college -type atmos- phere that is specifically for the directors. "I came back with some new tools, I brought it to the guys and they (took) it," he said. "Everyone got a little more focused after they got a taste at the top. They were like we want this." With the new title as champions, the group of fel- las ranging from 17 -80 -years -old, are still just your everyday Seaforth occupants, Campbell said. "These guys are average guys. They are your mechan- ics, the farmers, electricians and plumbers," stated Campbell at his home in Seaforth April 14. "It's just guys that enjoy singing." This month, the Seaforth Harmony Kings edged out seven other teams to become the Ontario District Chorus champions. It's been much more than that for Campbell, as he laughs in his living room. His wife, Lisa Campbell, joins the conversations. "It's more than a hobby, it's a way of life," she said sit- ting across from Campbell in their home. Whether it be singing his first quartet in Grade 5 or to joining the Harmony Kings in high school. This music still has the Seaforth native fascinated as ever. "I enjoy the music, when the cords lock and ring, the sound expands, it sends chills up your back," Campbell said "You can get a lot of emo- tion out of it." A little over a week ago, Campbell was presented with an award called the Barbershop of Renown. The prestigious recognition is for those who are outstanding contributors to both their Chapters and District levels followed by numerous other requirements. For more information on the local singing champions, go to seaforthharmonykings.ca. ATTENTION ADVERTISERS! DEADLINES Our Weekly Deadlines are as follows: ADVERTISING & EDITORIAL Friday @ 2:00 pm OFFICE HOURS: Mon. - Thurs. 9am - 5pm • Fri. 8am - 4pm CLOSED TUESDAYS Seaforth 41 Huron Expositor MIMI 8 Main St., Seaforth PH: 519-527-0240 www.seaforthhuronexpositor.com AlrlY