The western suburbs have become home to a perfect harmony.
Six men from across the west have created a team that is the first of its kind in the region and they need more members to be able to represent the place they call home on the national stage.
Chris Daria is the music director of the Western Melbourne Men’s Chorus which was formed in February and sings popular songs in the style of a barbershop quartet.
Member Garry Wood said he had performed in choruses all over the world but he had never sung with a group in Melbourne’s west – until now. “Previously I had to drive about an hour to find someone to sing with in either Geelong or Doncaster,” he said.
While the men love busting out magical melodies, they need at least six more members to be recognised as a Barbershop Harmony Australia (BHA) chartered group, which would allow them to compete at the BHA National Convention in September next year.
Member Paul Newham said he was hoping he could represent the west at a national level.
“It’s an amazing opportunity to catch up with 1500 other guys who have a common interest.”
The Western Melbourne Men’s Chorus rehearses every Tuesday from 7pm to 9.30pm at 330 Derrimut Road, Hoppers Crossing. For more information call 0400 414 215.
Xavier Smerdon
