2006 Pacific Northwest Regional Winners: Tongue TiedTongue Tied A Cappella has been dazzling audiences since 2002. Their distinctive arrangements create a very unique sound in the a cappella world. From classic '80s rock to original heartfelt ballads, Tongue Tied A Cappella covers a broad spectrum of previously unattempted a cappella sounds. This group of five from Northern Utah has entertained thousands, sharing stages with The Standards, T Minus 5, Eclipse, and many others. They have performed all over the Western US, and competed in the Northwest Regional Harmony Sweepstakes in 2003. Their first album "Mix It Up" showcases their mix of incredible sound, luscious bass, and original harmony. 2006 Pacific Northwest Regional: Second Place BaudboysBaudboys are an all-male a cappella group composed entirely of Microsoft employees. Risking the wrath of fellow employees, they rehearse in on-campus conference rooms, singing a variety of popular and original music. The group's members are drawn from product teams across the company, and as The Baudboys, they boast a wealth of musical training and performing experience. They have performed to audiences in a variety of venues, from nursing homes and schools to major festivals and sporting events. True to their profession, the "baud" part of their name refers to the method by which computer modem speeds were once rated. Other 2006 Pacific Northwest Regional Competitors DISHDISH formed in late 2004 with the intention of creating sassy, original and musically excellent a cappella. They recruited potential singers through the magic of Craigslist, and after a rigorous audition process found the seven sparkling vocal personalities they call DISH. Dirty, Delisha, Diva, Sugar, Candy, Saucy, and Deep DISH offer up some scrumptious a cappella. Their lyric-writing bursts usually happen in the middle of rehearsals, and they store these disruptions in a book fondly called the DISHionary. Because traditional a cappella music doesn't cater to the bottom range of women's voices, they write many of their own arrangements. Their self-titled first album was released this year.  Double DeuceDouble Deuce was formed in 1998, even though they discovered each other about 15 years ago. Each of the members brought years of singing experience to the quartet, and they soon found that audiences enjoyed their combined a cappella sound. In the beginning they concentrated on barbershop, but as time went on, they incorporated contemporary harmonies from groups like the Four Freshman and the gospel sounds of the Gaither Quartet. They have entertained audiences throughout the Northwest, performing virtually everywhere from concert stages to small coffee houses to private homes.  Four RealFour Real, quartet hails from Abbotsford, British Columbia, as a registered quartet with Sweet Adelines International. They started singing together in the Fall of 2004, and have developed a harmonious friendship over and above the music by sharing their personal challenges and victories in life. Most of their rehearsals end up having more storytelling time than singing time! They are proud members of Green Heart Chorus, the 2004 Small Chorus Champions of Western Canada with Sweet Adelines International. Four Real is excited to have the opportunity to participate in this Northwest Regional A Cappella Festival. KlapaDoo Wopellaas formed in 1979 in Seattle. The name "KlapaDooWopella" comes from "klapa" music of the Dalmatian Coast, "doo-wop" music from the streets of America, all sung in "a cappella" style. Thus, KlapaDooWopella. While the number of singers and personalities has changed over the years, the current quartet still has three of the original members. The group was first formed as a "klapa" to sing folks songs of the Adriatic Sea, but has added many styles over the years, singing in the Seattle area and around the world. Performance venues include folk festivals, pubs, street corners and private parties. MockingbirdMockingbird is an acappella trio, consisting of Robin Wallbridge, Sherrie Lutsch and Lesley Rigg. They have been delighting audiences throughout the Pacific Northwest for over eight years. Brewing their own songs, both humorous and heartfelt, about daily life (motherhood, coffee, rain, relatives and love), they also sing messages about tolerance, unity, and peace. Mockingbird is available for benefit concerts, special events, library programs, fairs, festivals, and private parties. TransitTransit, is an international women's barbershop quartet, adding equal parts of Canadian and American flavors to their mix. This group of creative and lively women offers a twist on familiar tunes like "Hooked on a Feeling," they do a hot swing rendition of "Jazz Me Blues," and audiences warm to their Celtic arrangement of "The Parting Glass." Transit has performed throughout the US and Canada over the past 15 years, bringing individual talents from backgrounds in musical comedy, cabaret and choral singing. This eclectic group will be sure to conjure up fond memories as well as create new ones! | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
