Rich-Tones Chorus

Master Director Dale Syverson is the heart and soul of the Rich-Tone Chorus. As the daughter of a barbershopper, Dale has been a part of the Sweet Adelines organization since she was a child. Since Dale became the Rich-Tone's Director in 1976, the chorus has grown from 18 members to over 150. Like Rembrandt or Picasso, Dale is a master artist who paints music with her hands. Dale's creative and musical expertise comes from over 30 years of training and experience in the Sweet Adelines organization. Dale is a Certified Expression Judge as well as a member of the Sweet Adelines International and Regional Music Faculties.

Dale was recently presented with the President's Lifetime Achievement Award. This honor has been awarded annually by the President of Sweet Adelines International since 1998 to a member whose contributions to and achievements within the organization are truly exceptional. Dale's many years of coaching, teaching, performing and directing garnered her this high honor within the organization. Dale has also been appointed to serve on an International Committee of Sweet Adelines International - the 2004-2005 EDC - Education Direction Committee. This is a 5-person committee, tasked with setting the musical and educational direction of the international organization. The EDC plans, supervises and evaluates the work of the committees that are responsible for our educational development, including all of the International Programs (Arrangers, Directors, Faculty, Judges and Regional Leadership). The committee oversees all internationally sponsored educational events and official chorus and quartet competitions.

Dale's unique artistic talents are in such high demand that she travels the world coaching quartets and choruses, and educating members through her continual participation in workshops, seminars and music schools. In her personal quest for excellence, Dale was twice crowned Queen of Harmony in quartet competition, the highest honor awarded. Her first crown was achieved with The Tiffanys in 1973, and her latest with Rumors in 1998. She has directed the Rich-Tones to three International Gold Medal Championships. The Rich-Tones hold the distinction of being the organization's first chorus to win three consecutive International Championships. Dale is also one of only two directors to win a quartet championship and a chorus director gold medal at the same International contest, which occurred in Nashville in 1998.

Discography

One Of A Kind

Sweet Georgia Brown The Rose The Music And The Mirror Broadway / Star Medley Broken Heart For Every Light On Broadway Look For The Silver Lining / Great Day Medley I Never Knew / I Never Loved Anyone Let's Hear It For The Boy All That Jazz The Nearness Of You I'm Alone Because I Love You God Bless The USA

Quite possible the best women's barbershop chorus ever and winner of four Gold medals this is another fine recording from this wonderful group. Some of the great American standards such as "Sweet Georgia Brown" and "God Bless the USA" get the Dale Syverson treatment as well as the fabulous "The Rose" and the touching "I'm Alone Because I Love You" A must have for fans of the ladies barbershop sound.

Turnin' Up The Heat

I've Got The Music In Me Think OF Me The Music Of The Night Stuff Like That There Sweet Georgia Brown Mistakes Conga / Rhythm Is Gonna Get You Swanee The Masquerade Is Over Lullabye In Ragtime Battle Hymn Of The Republic Smile

Featuring arrangements of some of the great barbershop arrangers including Brian Beck, Ed Waesche and David Wright this is a wonderful recording by the multiple-award winning Sweet Adeline chorus. Texas sure knows how to produce great barbershop choruses with both the Rich-Tones and the incredible Vocal Majority hailing from Dallas and this recording is sure to please fans of barbershop chorus harmony.

A"live" and Swinging

Opus One/Stompin' At the Savoy Star Wars Cantina A Foggy Day In London Town Someone That I Used To Love That's A' Plenty Give Me One Reason Kiss Her Goodbye Corner Of Heaven Tiger Rag Back Home Again In Indiana String Of Pearls Sing, You Sinners Star Wars Cantina (reprise)

The CD opens by announcing, "it's Saturday night in New York City, at the world famous Rainbow Room." It's actually recorded in Texas, but the mood is set for this program of songs, featuring the award-winning women's chorus from Dallas, the Rich-Tones, as well as the saxophone quartet Opus Four, and a 3 piece combo fronted by Brian Beck on bass guitar. That said, this CD is a smorgasbord of styles, from Dixieland ("That's A Plenty," and "Back Home Again In Indiana," Opus IV) to Tracy Chapman's "Give Me One Good Reason," featuring a solo vocal, guitar, plus the trio. The common element is entertainment with elegance. Soloist Pam Lauffer expresses it best on "Corner of Heaven," a languid pour of retro come yonder. Practically all accompanied and a lot of fun.

Wrapped Up In The Holidays

Sing We Noel Patapan You're All I Want for Christmas Happy Holidays / Holiday Season Hush Little Children, Do Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town Old Man's Back In Town Pretty Dolly Jingle Bell Jazz Christmas Shoppin' Blues God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen Auld Lang Syne Feast of Lights Joy to the World Mary, Did You Know? One Small Child

The Rich-Tone Chorus are no strangers to awards ceremonies at Sweet Adelines' International Chorus competitions, winning the gold in 1992, 1996 and 1999. "Wrapped" is a generous Christmas album, featuring three original tunes by Chorus members, "You're All I Want For Christmas," "Hush Little Children, Do," and "Christmas Shopping Blues." Included are guest appearances by Rumors, Rhythmix, Kindred Spirits, The Gina Williams Trio and The Texas Girl Choir. There are 16 tunes, familiar songs like "Sing We Noel," "Patapan," "Happy Holidays," "Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town," "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen," "Feast of Lights," "Joy to the World" and "Auld Lang Syne," And lesser known ones like "Old Man's Back In Town," "Jingle Bell Jazz," "Mary Did You Know," "One Small Child" and the hilarious (if in questionable taste) "Pretty Dolly." There's a nice variety in the mix of the powerful chorus, the smaller quartets and soloists here. Some light accompaniment on a few cuts.

Listen to "Jingle Bell Jazz" in Real Audio.

Unwrapped!

Sleigh Ride Let It Snow Gift Of Love Star Carol What Can I Give Him Psalm 98 / Shalom Silent Night / Night Of Silence It's Beginning To Look Alot Like Christmas Santa Baby Festival Of Lights When Jesus Was A Tiny Baby Fum Fum Fum When A Child Is Born Oh Holy Night

Under the direction of Dale Syverson this top-notch chorus has earned a reputation for excellence and this wonderful holiday recording is a great example of their craft. The combined voices of these talented singers shine on these great arrangements and are guaranteed to bring holiday cheer to the listener. Special guest quartet Kindred Spirit featuring Brain and Holly Beck is an additional treat.

Listen to "Star Carol" in Real Audio.

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