Tune In
Tune In
Podcast Description
Tune In is the official podcast of the British Association of Barbershop Singers, bringing you closer to the music and the people behind it. Hosted monthly by the BABS volunteer team, each episode dives into organisational updates, recaps recent events, answers listener questions, and features interviews with special guests. Whether you’re a seasoned barbershop enthusiast or a newcomer, Tune In has something for everyone!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers various themes related to barbershop singing, including membership insight, the importance of innovation, and community outreach. Episodes like the first one featuring Calvin Laverick discuss the future of BABS conventions, the impact of the Directors Academy, and the 2025 Year of Harmony campaign, showcasing a blend of tradition and modernity.
Tune In is the official podcast of the British Association of Barbershop Singers, bringing you closer to the music and the people behind it. Hosted monthly by the BABS volunteer team, each episode dives into organisational updates, recaps recent events, answers listener questions, and features interviews with special guests. Whether you’re a seasoned barbershop enthusiast or a newcomer, Tune In has something for everyone!
In this episode of Tune In, Peter Bryant and Alistair Lamyman discuss Alistair’s recent appointment as Chair of the British Association of Barbershop Singers (BABS) and the various initiatives and challenges facing the organisation, particularly regarding the upcoming convention and financial governance. The conversation covers upcoming events in the British barbershop community, including the return of Harmony College, the introduction of the British Open event, and the importance of participation in competitions. The hosts discuss the logistics and excitement surrounding these events, emphasising community involvement and the opportunities they present for singers.
Takeaways
- Alistair’s vision for BABS
- Financial challenges of conventions Exciting events in barbershop
- Community engagement is key
Chapters
- 00:00 Introduction and New Beginnings
- 03:06 Alistair’s Journey to Chair
- 05:54 The Role of the Chair
- 08:57 Financial Governance and Budgeting
- 12:00 Convention Costs and Challenges
- 15:00 BABS Financial Health
- 15:59 Upcoming Convention in Brighton
- 19:07 Chorus Registrations and Participation
- 21:57 Introducing the Spotlight Chorus
- 24:48 The Spotlight Chorus Experience
- 30:53 Anticipating a Great Event
- 31:43 Upcoming Music Calendar Highlights
- 32:31 Harmony College Returns in 2027
- 38:36 Introducing the British Open Event
- 49:14 Audience Engagement for the British Open
- 55:26 Calls to Action for Barbershop Community
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