BSM's alternative spring break supported by a cappella groups
A cappella powerhouses the Clef Hangers and Harmonyx are teaming up for a night of song, all in support of a good cause.
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The Clef Hangers are an all-male a cappella group at the University of North Carolina. Established in 1977, they have created 16 CDs and toured nationally since 1980. First known as the Morrison Dorm Singers, they adopted the name Clef Hangers in 1978 and have worn the characteristic vests and bow ties since then.
Their repertoire includes pop, rock, R & B and old favorites. Some of their recent covers include Coldplay, Chris Brown and U2. Perhaps their most famous song is their rendition of James Taylor’s “Carolina in my Mind.” The group always has a fall and spring concert and also performs at various campus events throughout the year, including an Old Well sing near the end of the semester.
Clef Hanger alum Anoop Desai was one of the final 7 contestants on the eighth season of “American Idol” in 2009.
A cappella powerhouses the Clef Hangers and Harmonyx are teaming up for a night of song, all in support of a good cause.
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.
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 typical show at Memorial Hall for two of the major a cappella groups at UNC is a sight to see. A sold-out house of screaming fans awaits the talented musicians, and when the singing starts, the screaming doesn't stop there.