To anyone outside the Sweet Adelines Organisation it’s hard to describe the hours of preparation and sheer hard work that goes into attending the International Convention. There’s usually a period of 18 months between winning the Regional Contest and travelling to America and during that time the task of keeping the Chorus focussed and motivated largely falls to our Director Jenny.

“This will be our fifth time at the International Convention, and every time we go the amount of work we put in grows and grows. I am so proud of the members of Surrey Harmony, the dedication they show to improving our standards. It’s a long way to go to sing two songs, but it’s such a wonderful experience that the enthusiasm never wanes”.

About a third of the Surrey Harmony chorus that appears on the stage in Las Vegas will be competing at International for the first time. “It’s wonderful to be giving so many new members the chance to take part and to see the top choruses in action. I’d also like to thank our SH-ooter members who have put in so much work, it will be great to have them with us”.

Jenny wants to continue expanding Surrey Harmony, her goal is to have 100 members. “But in Las Vegas my aim is to see all of our hard work and coaching pay off with the best possible performance we can give. I hope to see our points and position improve”.