Grace United Methodist Church

International Champion Vocal Spectrum and Midwest Harmony
Champion Stiletto Will Join Join Chorus of DuPage
An A Capella, 4-Part Harmony Music Production for All AgesFans of high-energy a Capella vocal music will be treated to some of the most talented groups in the Midwest on September 12 as the Chorus of DuPage (COD) hosts "Melodies and Memories” -- a show designed to celebrate classic and contemporary tunes and showcase award-winning barbershop groups for Chicago-area audiences. 

At 3 pm at Naperville's Grace United Methodist Church, 300 E. Gartner Road, several award-winning vocal groups will perform with the popular 30-voice Chorus of DuPage, including Vocal Spectrum -- former Barbershop Harmony Society international quartet champion. Also appearing on the show will be Stiletto Quartet -- the Sing United Midwest Harmony 2026 Quartet Champions, as well as two popular Chicago area quartets, the Upside Downers and Stratosphere.
 "We hope to delight area music lovers with a program that features a diverse mix of top talent, and a musical program theme that showcases music we all know and love," said John Morrison, COD chorus manager. The Naperville-based COD chorus, with members from throughout the Chicago area, will perform hits such as Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,
Yesterday, Daydream, and You’re Nobody ‘til Somebody Loves You
– and other favorites, performed in classic 4-part barbershop harmony style.
 The guest quartets will perform separately, and join the host chorus in a mass chorus number to conclude the show. 
 Tickets are available online or by phone at $20
for adults and $15 for students. Children under 5 are free, if accompanied by an adult. There is ample free parking at the church. 
Visit <a href="https://www.chorusofdupage.com/fallshow2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://www.chorusofdupage.com</a>/Fallshow
to purchase tickets online or call the ticket hotline at 331.444.2740. Tickets are first come, first served, so early purchase is suggested. If tickets are still available, they will be sold at the door.

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Grace United Methodist Church, 300 E Gartner Rd, Naperville, IL

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