Chorus History

The Sweet Adelines International organization first appeared in the Raleigh area in 1968, when the Raleigh Chapter was chartered. The Sound of Carolina chapter formed in Cary in 1975. These two chapters merged in the fall of 1978 and became the Carolina Harmony chapter with 60 members, directed by Jan Mott. Cathy Rothey served next as director, followed by Barbara Dixon. As director for eight years,  Barbara directed us in our first medal-winning competition. Susie Smith became our director since 1997, and has led us ever since. 

Competition

We are presently one of the top-ranked small choruses in all of Sweet Adelines.

Here are our most recent competition results:

Sweet Adelines International Harmony Classic competition

Sweet Adelines Region 14 competition:

A large group of singers in matching blue sequined dresses and heels posing on risers in front of a blue curtain.
A large group of singers dressed in matching purple sequined costumes with fringes, posing on stairs in an indoor setting.
Group of singers dressed in biker-inspired clothing and accessories, celebrating and holding a large silver trophy.
Group of singers in matching black costumes with colorful dots and red necklaces, standing on risers in a choir, all wearing black face-masks during the pandemic.
Group of singers dressed as Egyptian pharaohs on stage, raising their fists in celebration, with a blue backdrop.