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The Achordants are an all-male a cappella group at the University of North Carolina. Officially formed in 2001, the group has performed at UNC and around the country on tour. Though they perform in a variety of outfits, their trademark uniform is marked by baseball shirts with “Achordants” printed on the front.
Originally formed to form a venue for a greater diversity of music on campus, the group has a wide repertoire featuring music from Queen, Marvin Gaye, Soft Cell and Frank Sinatra, among others.
The group has a fall and spring performance and their performances often feature short comedy sketches between songs, or as a set-up to their next piece. They also perform at various campus events such as Fall Fest.
Though all of the choral groups on campus share a passion for singing, they each have a unique approach. This weekend, three groups will bring their own styles to the stage.
“Every group kind of has their shtick,” said Katie Paxton, president of the Loreleis.
All-male a cappella groups the Clef Hangers and The Achordants have both enjoyed well-attended concerts in the past, but other than their ability to draw large crowds, the two groups are more different than they are alike. This weekend, both groups will offer their fall concerts to the community.
If you see someone handing out fliers in the Pit this week dressed as a gorilla, don't be surprised.
It's just an example of how far some student performance groups will go to attract new recruits.
The Achordants would agree they aren't your father's barbershop quartet.
The all-male student a cappella group that prides itself on performing fun, loud and in-your-face a cappella will be performing at 8:08 p.m. today and Saturday in Carroll Hall for its annual fall concert.
Yes, 8:08 p.m.
That is not a typo.
While UNC student organizations help students find their niche in campus life, the organizations themselves are having difficulty finding their places on campus.
Hark the sound of Tar Heel voices. All-male, all-female and co-ed a cappella groups around the University are warming up for a busy year with auditions beginning this week.
Clef Hangers
The birds aren't the only ones singing as UNC's a cappella season kicks into high gear.
Many groups are presenting their marquee concerts as the year draws to a close.
"Spring is definitely the busier semester for us," said Cassie Criswell, concert manager for the Loreleis.
A group of UNC students is crooning its way to the Big Apple.
The Achordants, an all-male a cappella group, will perform tonight in Gerrard Hall before packing its bags for New York City, where it will compete April 30 at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts.
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