Welcome to Sounds of Pittsburgh Chorus – the place where music and friendship harmonize!
As the official Sweet Adelines chorus of Pittsburgh, we’ve been filling the city with the joy of song for over 50 years!
Our four-part a cappella performances in the barbershop style span multiple genres, creating unforgettable moments for our audiences. Whether you’re tapping your toes to an upbeat melody or getting lost in the beauty of a heartfelt ballad, our music is designed to move and inspire.
Sounds of Pittsburgh Chorus started out in early 1974 as Beaver Valley Chapter when the first rehearsal was held at Christ Episcopal Church, New Brighton, PA. The group was co-founded by Bette Carothers and Lorida Harvey, members of the Heathertones quartet, 1963 Queen of Harmony International champions. Beaver Valley Chapter officially became one of the 600 choruses in Sweet Adelines International on December 19, 1974. In 1990, another established chapter, Golden Triangle Chorus, in Pittsburgh, opted to dissolve their charter and join forces with Beaver Valley Chorus under the name Golden Valley. The name “Sounds of Pittsburgh Chorus” was later chosen to better represent our city.
Sounds of Pittsburgh Chorus has medaled at both regional and international competitions and performed at many local events and venues, including First Night, Three Rivers Arts Festival, PNC Park, the Pittsburgh Regatta, and the Women Who Rock benefit concert featuring Sheila E. Throughout its 50 years, this high-performing chorus has drawn members from the tristate area, and continues to bring the joy of a cappella and ringing chords of Barbershop Harmony in all types of music to audiences in the region
Beyond the stage, we are a sisterhood. Every weekly rehearsal is more than just fine-tuning harmonies; it’s about building lifelong friendships, supporting one another, and celebrating the magic of music together!
If you are passionate about singing, community, and connection, we’d love for you to be part of our journey. Come experience the power of harmony with us!
