What is Sweet Adelines Region 5?
Sweet Adelines International (SAI) has more than 30,000 members worldwide and is divided into 24 regions based on geographic location. The Spirit of the Midwest, Region 5, proudly has 600+ singers in 15 choruses from the great states of Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska.
Our membership comes from all walks of life and all ages to share the joy of barbershop harmony. We have stay-at-home moms, students, CEOs, teachers, nurses, business owners, and retirees, just to name a few. Our differences and diversity create the very fabric of what makes this organization and this region so extraordinary.
Region 5 offers opportunities to join a chorus in many cities across several states. Joining a chorus is a wonderful way to learn to sing or improve your vocal skills. In a chorus, the director will assess your vocal range and place you in one of four voice parts. You'll be taught how to sing your best within that section of the chorus. The ability to read music is helpful but not required.
Every Spring, the "Spirit of the Midwest, Region 5" hosts a regional chorus and quartet contest and convention. We also offer two additional fun and educational events per year. Both opportunities allow you to meet others within the region, build new relationships, and learn more about barbershop harmony. You may even get the chance to sing a tag or two.
Our Regional Management Team is a group of women who volunteer their time and leadership to ensure our region runs smoothly and welcomes all to enjoy barbershop. If you'd like to learn more about our RMT check them out in our About section.
On this journey, you will meet many amazing, talented, friendly, and helpful women and develop friendships that last a lifetime. Click here to find a chorus near you!
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Region 5 Quartet Workshop

50th Annual Convention and Competition Bulletin #1
has been emailed to all Region 5 Members.


Region 5 Quartet Music School
Fri, Feb 6 2026 to Sat, Feb 7 2026Link to print 2026 Quartet Workshop schedule There will be 3 "general session classes" available to all attendees during this educational weekend, starting on Friday evening at 7 pm, ... moreNational Barbershop Quartet Day
Sat, Apr 11 2026
50th Annual Spirit of the Midwest Region 5 2026 Convention and Competition
Thu, Apr 23 2026 to Sun, Apr 26 2026For more information go to the Regional Convention Page: Click here moreZoom Education: “Evaluating Your Contest Performance” with Joan Boutilier
10:00am, Sat, Jun 6 2026More information coming SOON! more
SAI: Diamond Division Quartet Contest
Thu, Jul 9 2026MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON! https://sweetadelines.com/diamond-division more
SAI: Queens College and A Cappella Academy
Thu, Jul 9 2026 to Sat, Jul 11 2026Link: https://sweetadelines.com/acappella-academy-queens-college Sweet Adelines International's A Cappella Academy & Queens' College with The Coronet Club Join us for Sweet Adelines International’s A Cappella Academy and Queens’ College with the ... more
SAI: Rising Star Quartet Competition
Fri, Jul 10 2026MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON! REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN. https://sweetadelines.com/rising-star-quartet-contest more
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