Barbershop-Songs

Barbershop songs owe their name to the American barbershops in which they originated in the 19th century. These ‘barbershops’ were often the centre of sociable village and small-town life, so it is hardly surprising that people also sang there to pass the time. Over time, these musical activities developed into a unique vocal style, influenced by American folk songs, but also by the spread of early jazz and ragtime, and the arrangements were originally written for male choir or quartet. As a rule, the second tenor has to sing the melody. Later, many songs were also arranged for mixed choir and in the United States, the tradition of barbershop songs is still cultivated by many choirs today.

Content:

1. The Old Songs
2. Aura Lee (As the blackbirds in the Spring)
3. Little 'Lize Medley (Oh honey, honey, bless your heart)
4. My Evaline
5. Mavourneen
6. Serenade (I arise from dreams of thee)
7. Now the day is over