IABS Annual Convention
IABS Convention 2024 is again at Killarney INEC for another great weekend of singing, companionship and competition!
Date and time
Location
INEC Killarney
Muckross Road Killarney IrelandRefund Policy
About this event
- 2 days 3 hours
IABS Annual Convention
Join us for the IABS Annual Convention, a must-attend event for all enthusiasts of barbershop singing. Get ready to immerse yourself in a weekend of music, competition and afterglow.
Date: Fri Oct 04 2024
Time: 12:00:00 GMT+0100 (Irish Standard Time)
Location: Killarney Convention Centre (INEC)
With youth, national and international competitions for chorus and quartets, the IABS Annual Convention is the perfect opportunity to showcase your group's work over the past year and engage with singers and educators from all over the world. You'll have the opportunity to attend coaching under glass, listen to some fabulous guest mic warmers and coolers, and tag along at our 'world famous' afterglow.
At the INEC, our chosen venue, provides the perfect backdrop for this exciting event. Located in the heart of stunning Kerry, you'll have the opportunity to explore the enchanting landscapes, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and experience the warm hospitality of Ireland. See www.inec.ie and www.gleneaglehotel.com for more information.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired. Mark your calendars for the IABS Annual Convention and get ready for a weekend filled with song, sequins, and unforgettable memories.
Further detail of schedule and guests will be posted on our website early July, and as more information becomes available. Visit www.iabsconvention.com to make sure you have all the latest news.
Frequently asked questions
Each member of the quartet competing must be age 55 or older, and the sum of the accumulated ages of the quartet must equal or exceed 240 years. These requirements must be met on the basis of birthdays reached on or before the day of the first day of convention. Applies to IABS member quartets only.
A novice quartet is defined as a quartet which has no more than 2 members who have previously competed together in a quartet at an IABS Quartet contest, and has no member who has previously won the IABS quartet contest in another quartet. Applies to IABS member quartets only.
This year IABS is running a 'Here to Harmonise' Youth Event which includes "Contest" for quartet and chorus (programme to include 2 contestable barbershop songs) as well as the Festival events (only require 1 of 2 songs to be a contestable Barbershop arrangement).
In a Junior quartet/chorus, all members are in school and under the age of 19 (not including the director). In a youth quartet/chorus, all members are aged 25 or under (not including the director). For clarity, entries in this convention are designated clearly by age.
There are various resources for determining this. Usually this can be checked when purchasing music. If in doubt, contact the arranger or request a review from a BHS judge. Contact IABS if you need more clarity or assistance.