Poughkeepsie Newyorkers

Welcome to the Poughkeepsie Newyorkers Website!! The Newyorkers chorus is an a cappella group which sings in the uniquely American "Barbershop-style" of close four-part harmony.

Who We Are – What We Do

We are the Poughkeepsie Chapter of the international Barbershop Harmony Society.  Our “Newyorkers Chorus” is part of the Society’s Northeastern District, covering eastern Canada, all of New England, and eastern New York State.  Each of our society’s choruses across the United States and Canada share the same goals:  To provide continued music excellence to their communities, especially those in local assisted living and nursing facilities, veterans homes, habitat for humanity, at veteran celebrations and also to students from elementary through college.

Wanna Sing?

Sing... Who... Me..? Some say singing is a natural talent, but if you ask most singers, they'll tell you that it is a skill developed over time with a lot of work. [ Read Full Article ]
Singing is life!! The Rest is Just Details!!  Wanna Sing?  We "chord-ially" invite singing men to come join us for an evening of fun and fellowship. Can't sight-read music? No sweat! Our strong and talented Music Team will provide all the craft and technical guidance you need. Learning tapes and ongoing vocal production instruction are key to our enjoyment of this great hobby.

About Matt

A "Special Welcome" to new member Matthew (Matt) Orwick, singing a very capable Lead!
Matt is a recently retired orchestra teacher, who as a young man,
was involved in community choral groups for years.
He is a past president of the Putnam Chorale,
past member of the Orange County Chorus and Halcyon Singers.
We look forward to singing with Matt, contributing to our lead section!    Welcome!!!