Chapter History

"Spirit of Detroit Chapter of Sweet Adelines International is an organization of women singers, who advance musical excellence in barbershop harmony through education and performance." - Mission Statement The Spirit of Detroit Chapter is the product of a merger of the former Farmington Hills and Greater Detroit Chapters on June 17, 1986. These choruses came together with a common goal of improving their singing, performing, education in vocal production, and presenting the barbershop style of four-part harmony. This chorus is comprised of members from more than 44 Detroit Metro communities and currently rehearses in the Farmington / Livonia area. Spirit has been a consistent Regional Champion since 1988 and has competed in International competitions held all over the United States. Regional Placement International Placement 1987 - 2nd Place in Flint 1989 - 13th Place in Miami 1988 - 1st Place in London 1992 - 18th Place in Baltimore 1991 - 1st Place in Grand Rapids 1994 - 22nd Place in Reno 1993 - 1st Place in Grand Rapids 1996 - 16th Place in Fort Lauderdale 1995 - 1st Place in London 1998 - 17th Place in Nashville 1997 - 1st Place in Flint 2000 - 13th Place in Orlando 1999 - 1st Place in Grand Rapids 2003 - 10th Place in Phoenix 2001 - 2nd Place in Grand Rapids 2005 - 13th Place in Detroit 2002 - 1st Place in Grand Rapids 2007 - 20th Place in Calgary 2004 - 1st Place in Grand Rapids 2009 - 13th Place in Nashville 2006 - 1st Place in Dearborn   2008 - 1st Place in Dearborn   The Spirit of Detroit Chapter's motto is "Dedicated to Musical Excellence". Each member constantly strives for quality performances while at the same time having fun and spreading their enthusiasm for singing barbershop!