Sweet Adelines International 75th Jubilee Commemorative Album

Sweet Adelines, Inc. organizational chart, 1980

In 1980, the IMPACT special committee completed its two- year study of the organizational structure of Sweet Adelines, Inc. The Music Direction and Administrative Direction committees were formed and consisted of both staff and volunteer members. Several separate committees for various aspects, such as arrangers and judges, were now under the auspices of the two direction committees. —The Pitch Pipe, Winter 1980 I love singing, the harmonies, the dancing, constant learning and development and friendship! It’s a way of life and a necessity for well- being. —Christina Persson, Region #32, member since 1984 Why I Sing

1989 Option to compete for evaluation only in regional contests established.

1989 Growing Girls from Sweden is first quartet from outside North America to win the international quartet contest.

1990 Wild card eligibility for international contest established for quartets.

1990 Ribbons were given to choruses placing 6-10 in international contest.

1989 Desktop publishing system purchased for international headquarters communications department.

1990 Young Women in Harmony Fund established following Grand Rapids Chorus suggestion.

1990 Name of organization changed to Harmony International.

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