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Nov 11, 2026
TBA
Veteran's Day Performance
CommunityCovenant Presbyterian Church · 1831 Deyerle Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24018
A mix of patriotic and non-patriotic songs honoring our nation's veterans in ringing four-part harmony.
Now recruiting singers · Fall 2026
Four-Part Harmony,
One Blended Sound.
Virginia Blend is a mixed-voice barbershop chorus based in Roanoke, VA. We ring chords, share the music we love, and have a blast doing it: come lend us your voice.
Est. 1970
Years ringing
20+
Active singers
4
Voice parts
Roanoke, VA
Home base
Based in
Roanoke, VA
Est. 1970
About the chorus
A mixed-voice chorus with barbershop in its bones.
Virginia Blend has been ringing chords in Roanoke, VA since 1970. As a mixed-voice chorus, we bring together tenors, leads, baritones, and basses, voices of every kind, to celebrate the uniquely American art form of barbershop harmony.
We rehearse weekly and perform throughout the year for community events, seasonal shows, and private gatherings. Whether you've sung for decades or you're brand new to four-part harmony, there's a place for you on the risers.
The Craft
Close harmony, locked chords, and the pursuit of that ringing overtone.
The Community
Singers of every age and background united by a love of the barbershop style.
The Stage
Annual shows, local showcases, and community performances across the Commonwealth.
Passion & ringing chords
Mixed-voice harmonies
Our Story & Heritage
Over 50 years of harmony
The chorus on the risers today grew from roots planted over half a century ago, reflecting both our local Roanoke legacy and the wider evolution of barbershop music.
1970
The Cardinal Chorus
Founded as the Roanoke Valley Chapter of SPEBQSA (Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barber Shop Quartet Singing in America), bringing four-part barbershop harmony to Roanoke.
Later
The Virginia Gentlemen
Renamed the Virginia Gentlemen, the chorus carried the barbershop tradition forward for decades, performing at annual shows and community events across Virginia.
2004
SPEBQSA Becomes BHS
SPEBQSA officially adopted the name Barbershop Harmony Society (BHS), recognizing a global community of barbershop singers.
2017
Everyone in Harmony
The Barbershop Harmony Society launched the 'Everyone in Harmony' strategic vision, committing to intentional inclusion for singers of all backgrounds.
2023
Virginia Blend
Embracing mixed-voice singing, the chorus officially became Virginia Blend: bringing tenors, leads, baritones, and basses of every background together on the risers.
Rehearsals & Sing with us
Come stand on the risers with us.
Guests are always welcome at rehearsal; no audition needed to drop in and sing. Bring your voice; we'll bring the music.
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Weekly rehearsal
Monday evenings
7:00 – 9:00 PM
Grace Church
2731 Edgewood St SW, Roanoke, VA 24015
The four parts
Tenor
Sings above the melody: bright and clear.
Lead
Carries the melody and the heart of the song.
Baritone
Weaves around the lead with notes all its own.
Bass
The foundation: the root of every chord.
Not sure where you fit? Most singers find their part within the first couple of visits: we'll help you place your voice.
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No need to read music
You don't need to know how to read sheet music to sing with us. We'll help you find your part and learn it by ear.
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Learning tracks
We provide learning tracks for each part, so you can sing along to your voice from home or in the car and come prepared.
Join us
Lend us your voice.
Thinking about singing with Virginia Blend? Tell us a bit about yourself and we'll invite you to a rehearsal.
Monday Rehearsals at Grace Church
Weekly warm-ups, sectionals, and singing through our repertoire together.
Singing & Community
Fellowship, laughter, and lifelong friendships made on and off the risers.
Upcoming events
Come hear us sing.
Shows and community performances around the Roanoke Valley. Most events are open to the public; bring a friend.
Featured upcoming showFree admission · Donations accepted
It's About Time: Adventure Through 100 Years of Music
Saturday, Oct. 10th · 4:00 PM
The Kaleidoscope · Hardy, VA
Special Guest Group: Cave Spring High School Chorale
Singer call time: 2:30 PM · Dress rehearsal Mon, Oct. 5, 7:00 to 9:00 PM
Take a musical journey across a century of popular song arranged in ringing four-part harmony. Bring family and friends to an unforgettable afternoon of barbershop melodies and choral guest performances.
Nov
Nov 13 & 14, 2026
Nov 13 at 7:00 PM · Nov 14 at 3:00 PM
Blue Ridge Harmeneers: America, A Nation of Many Voices
Guest ChorusNov 13: Main Street Methodist Church, Bedford VA · Nov 14: Mountain View Church, Forest VA
Virginia Blend joins as guest chorus for the Harmeneers' 2026 show. Invited to the afterglow party following Saturday's show.
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Nov 25, 2026
Evening
National Anthem: Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs
CommunityBerglund Center · Roanoke, VA
Singing the Star-Spangled Banner live on the ice before the Rail Yard Dawgs take the rink. Details to come.
2027
Feb 2027
Details to come
Valentine's Show
Upcoming ShowCombined with the Harmeneers
A special Valentine's performance combined with the Blue Ridge Harmeneers. More details to come.
@virginiablendchorus
What We've Been Up To
Real clips and moments from rehearsals, shows, and singing out around the Roanoke Valley. Tap any preview to open the full post on Instagram.
Book us
Bring the chorus to your event.
Weddings, corporate events, parties, and community gatherings: tell us about your occasion and we'll be in touch.