Every year, Stampede City Mixed Chorus brings the spirit of the season to Calgary through three heartwarming Christmas concerts that combine festive entertainment with meaningful community support.
In 2025 we raised $6,400 for these charities: Brown Bagging For Calgary Kids, Calgary Horticultural Society, St. Vincent de Paul and the Kinsmen Club of Calgary
During our Fall “2024 Season of Carols”, the Stampede City Chorus donated almost $9000 to various charities through our major shows and other fundraising efforts including:MS Canada, Silvera for Seniors, St. Vincent de Paul Society, Brown Bagging For Calgary Kids (BB4CK).
What makes these concerts especially unique is that 100% of ticket sales are donated directly to three different registered charities, helping local organizations continue their important work throughout our community. By attending a Stampede City Mixed Chorus Christmas show, audience members enjoy an unforgettable evening of four-part a cappella harmony while making a positive difference in the lives of others.
Our Christmas performances feature beloved holiday classics, seasonal favorites, and the rich sound of barbershop harmony that audiences have come to love. Each concert is filled with holiday cheer, community spirit, and the joy of giving.
For those looking for Christmas concerts in Calgary, holiday entertainment, or a way to support local charities during the Christmas season, Stampede City Mixed Chorus offers an inspiring experience that celebrates both music and generosity.
Join us this Christmas and help us turn beautiful harmonies into meaningful support for worthy charitable organizations.
Barbershop singing is more than just making music. It builds friendships, boosts confidence, sharpens listening skills, and creates lasting memories. Whether performing on stage, entertaining at community events, or simply singing for the joy of it, barbershop singers share a passion for creating beautiful music together.
Choruses and quartets around the world continue to keep this vibrant musical tradition alive, bringing audiences to their feet with harmonies that are both timeless and inspiring. From upbeat classics to heartfelt ballads and contemporary arrangements, barbershop music offers something for everyone.
There is something truly special about hearing four voices blend in perfect harmony. In the world of barbershop singing, that magical sound is created through four distinct voice parts—Tenor, Lead, Baritone, and Bass—working together to produce rich, ringing chords that can fill a room with warmth, energy, and emotion.
Barbershop harmony is a unique style of a cappella singing, meaning it is performed without instrumental accompaniment. Each singer contributes a vital piece of the musical puzzle. The Lead typically carries the melody, the Tenor sings above the melody, the Bass provides the foundation with the lowest notes, and the Baritone completes the chord by filling in the missing notes.
When these four parts come together, something remarkable happens. The voices blend so closely that listeners often hear additional overtones, creating a resonant sound that seems larger than the four singers themselves. Barbershoppers call this a "ringing chord," and it is one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences in vocal music.
What makes barbershop harmony especially appealing is that it welcomes singers of all experience levels. Many people discover that they can learn to sing harmony even if they have never had formal vocal training. Through practice, coaching, and the support of fellow singers, individuals develop their musical skills while enjoying the camaraderie of a friendly and encouraging community.
