In-person rehearsals in 2021!
Until further notice, rehearsals will be held in the Palatine Gateway Center Parking Garage. The entrance to the garage is located on Colfax Street just west of Smith Street. (See map below.) The rehearsal time will be the same as we've been doing on Zoom - 6:30 to 8:30. (We hope to be able to also Zoom for those that cannot get to the garage.)
Go to the SOUTHEAST corner on the third level (update as of 2021/04/06). Look for Jerry Reed's brown Rav4; he plans to be there by about 6:00.
Remember:
Finally, until further notice, be sure to check the website every Sunday to determine where we'll be rehearsing Monday. (Once the weather stabilizes we'll meet at the garage every Monday.)
Until further notice, rehearsals will be held in the Palatine Gateway Center Parking Garage. The entrance to the garage is located on Colfax Street just west of Smith Street. (See map below.) The rehearsal time will be the same as we've been doing on Zoom - 6:30 to 8:30. (We hope to be able to also Zoom for those that cannot get to the garage.)
Go to the SOUTHEAST corner on the third level (update as of 2021/04/06). Look for Jerry Reed's brown Rav4; he plans to be there by about 6:00.
Remember:
- Masks are required. Bring your singers mask!
- Bring a chair if you need it.
- There aren't any restrooms in the facility.
- After rehearsal we'll have an afterglow at one of the nearby establishments.
Finally, until further notice, be sure to check the website every Sunday to determine where we'll be rehearsing Monday. (Once the weather stabilizes we'll meet at the garage every Monday.)
We hope to Zoom the rehearsals even from the garage location. Below are the credentials.
(new credentials as of February 18, 2021):
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 867 8187 2039
Passcode: 685719
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86781872039?pwd=TTRrMmc3WUZ2aFBNMnNzeU8rOHlJQT09
Via phone: +13126266799,,86781872039#,,,,*685719#
In-person afterglows for 2021!
When we are rehearsing at the garage in Palatine Monday, we are likely to afterglow at Lamplighter Bar & Grill on their deck and enjoy a beverage afterwards. The address for Lamplighter is 60 North Bothwell, in Palatine, at the southwest corner of Bothwell and Wilson, about four-five blocks from the Palatine Parking Deck.
When we are rehearsing at the garage in Palatine Monday, we are likely to afterglow at Lamplighter Bar & Grill on their deck and enjoy a beverage afterwards. The address for Lamplighter is 60 North Bothwell, in Palatine, at the southwest corner of Bothwell and Wilson, about four-five blocks from the Palatine Parking Deck.
ABOUT THE ARLINGTONES
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The Arlingtones is an a cappella Chorus located in the Northwest surburbs of Chicago. The Chorus sings all types of music in four part harmony. The music sung ranges from Broadway to contemporary to traditional Barbershop.
The Chorus puts on a Spring show, a Christmas show and sings at various community events. The Chorus can also be hired for special events ranging from an hour or more to the singing of the National Anthem for sports events. The Chorus puts an emphasis on both music and sociability and as such is a fun group to be a part of. The Chorus is always open to and welcomes singers of all levels of expertise. |
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ARLINGTONES DIRECTOR, JOHN DAVIS
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John Davis has been a member of the Barbershop Harmony Society for 30 years. He is a graduate of Illinois State University with a Master's degree in Vocal Performance. During the course of his barbershop career, he has performed at the International Competitions for BHS as both a chorus member and a quartet member. He has also been an Illinois District quartet champion twice, singing with Chronicle in 2013 and Union Station in 2015.
John is glad to have the opportunity to direct a barbershop chorus, and is looking forward to being the director of the Arlingtones. He hopes to bring his musical experience and enthusiasm to the chorus to make great music and have fun. |
HISTORY OF THE ARLINGTONES
The Arlingtones is an a cappella Chorus located in the Northwest surburbs of Chicago. The Chorus sings all types of music in four part harmony. The Chorus is part of the Barbershop Harmony Society and has a rich history dating back to 1952. In 1976, it became one of the largest Barbershop choruses in Illinois peaking at 134 members.
The Chorus puts on a Spring show, a Christmas show and sings at various community events. The Chorus can also be hired for special events ranging from an hour or more to the singing of the National Anthem for sports events.
The Arlingtones also has quartets available for special occasions. The Chorus puts an emphasis on both music and sociability and as such is a fun group to be a part of. The Chorus is always open to and welcomes singers of all levels of expertise.
We hope that you will come hear us at an event soon and join us if you can!
The Chorus puts on a Spring show, a Christmas show and sings at various community events. The Chorus can also be hired for special events ranging from an hour or more to the singing of the National Anthem for sports events.
The Arlingtones also has quartets available for special occasions. The Chorus puts an emphasis on both music and sociability and as such is a fun group to be a part of. The Chorus is always open to and welcomes singers of all levels of expertise.
We hope that you will come hear us at an event soon and join us if you can!