rittenhouse sound

rittenhouse sound A TTBB a cappella and barbershop chorus located in Center City Philadelphia, rehearsing every Tuesday

Founded in December 2014 under the direction of Larry Bomback and Eric Engelhardt, Rittenhouse Sound strives to preserve and evolve the rich American art form of barbershop harmony and a cappella singing. Our main objective is to provide the greater Philadelphia region with high-quality public performances, educational workshops, and participatory musical experiences.

05/03/2026

Rittenhouse Sound invites you to “Looking For America:
A Soundscape of Democracy” on Saturday, June 13th at 4:00 PM, at the Philadelphia Ethical Society, 1906
Rittenhouse Square.
Tickets are $20. Children 12 and under are free. General admission tickets may be purchased in advance at the link in our bio.

Rittenhouse Sound invites you to “Looking For America: A Soundscape of Democracy” on Saturday, June 13th at 4:00 PM, at ...
04/15/2026

Rittenhouse Sound invites you to “Looking For America: A Soundscape of Democracy” on Saturday, June 13th at 4:00 PM, at the Philadelphia Ethical Society, 1906 Rittenhouse Square.

“Looking For America” is about rediscovering patriotism through a soundscape of song and the spoken word of great American thinkers, poets, and dreamers. The concert will use iconic music and beloved narratives to take the community on a journey through the triumphs, struggles, and promise of America in this semiquincentennial year.

Tickets are $20. Children 12 and under are free. General admission tickets may be purchased in advance at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/looking-for-america-a-soundscape-of-democracy-tickets-1986099412808

Are you a BHS member affiliated with a M-AD chorus? Are you 30 years of age or under? Looking for an opportunity to atte...
04/04/2026

Are you a BHS member affiliated with a M-AD chorus? Are you 30 years of age or under? Looking for an opportunity to attend Harmony University in Denver from July 26 through August 2?

Apply now to the 2026 James Lamb Memorial Scholarship to Harmony University!

Applications are being accepted until Friday, April 24th at 5PM. The awardee is to be notified by Friday, May 8th. Please apply at the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4mvrLdqSdbPHPMNwS5L9M66viUPCuBfitbiwOCoah6CksiQ/viewform

James was a beloved member of Rittenhouse Sound and True North Chorus. His love of a ca****la harmony was infectious, and his support for BHS's mission will continue to inspire us for years to come. The 2026 scholarship aims to cover registration, room and board, and airfare for a rising barbershopper interested in growing as a musician and contributing to chapter or chorus leadership.

04/02/2026

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Calling all singers in the Philadelphia area! We are holding our first Open House of the year next Tuesday, March 31st! ...
03/25/2026

Calling all singers in the Philadelphia area! We are holding our first Open House of the year next Tuesday, March 31st! Come sing with us, learn about the chorus, and get a sneak peek of our exciting repertoire celebrating in 2026!

Visit our website and click "Join Us" to let us know you're coming, and check out our audition information. Singers of all voice types are welcome and encouraged to join! We can't wait to see you there!

What an incredible weekend at the Mid-Atlantic District Southern/Central Convention. Rittenhouse Sound brought home 3rd ...
03/22/2026

What an incredible weekend at the Mid-Atlantic District Southern/Central Convention. Rittenhouse Sound brought home 3rd place, the AAA Plateau Championship, and the Most Improved Chorus Award! We we're very excited to welcome 3 new members who made their Rittenhouse competition debut yesterday.

On the quartet side, chapter quartet Four Cheese Blend took home the Central Division Novice Quartet Championship with a stellar debut set. The Liberty Beaus delivered a fantastic and moving set as well.

All of the Philadelphia Chapter's performances this weekend were dedicated to the memory of our dear friend James Lamb. We appreciate all the love and support from the Greater Delaware Chapter and everyone at divisions who helped us honor James's memory. We're especially grateful for everyone who scanned the QR code to donate to James's Harmony University Scholarship, https://www.rittenhousesound.org/scholarship

Stayed tuned for announcements regarding our upcoming spring show, Rittenhouse Sound is always ringing chords!

03/18/2026

🇮🇪 Ireland, My Ireland 🇮🇪

☘️ A Special St Patrick's Day Tag Tuesday from rehearsal last night ☘️

💈 ☘️🌈🎩

Rittenhouse Sound is proud to announce the recipient of the Chorus's 2026 Barbershopper of the Year, James Lamb. At last...
03/09/2026

Rittenhouse Sound is proud to announce the recipient of the Chorus's 2026 Barbershopper of the Year, James Lamb.

At last Tuesday's rehearsal, the chorus held a singing wake to honor the memory of our beloved singer. We shared memories, poems, Guinness, Extra Toasty Cheez Its, and hours of James's favorite tags.

A heartfelt thank you to the 140+ donors who have already contributed the James Lamb Memorial Scholarship. This fund will send aspiring barbershoppers to Harmony University and help ensure that talented, passionate individuals can access the unparalleled educational experience the weeklong program has to offer.
https://www.rittenhousesound.org/scholarship

It is with great sorrow that Rittenhouse Sound announces the passing of our dearly cherished singer James Lamb.James’s l...
02/27/2026

It is with great sorrow that Rittenhouse Sound announces the passing of our dearly cherished singer James Lamb.

James’s love for a ca****la harmony was infectious, leaving an indelible mark on all those fortunate enough to know him. His steadfast support for the Barbershop Harmony Society's mission continues to inspire us and will continue long after his passing. We will dearly miss his incredible devotion, intense love, and immeasurably joyful spirit.

In lieu of flowers, James's family has requested donations be sent to the James Lamb Memorial Scholarship Fund to help send individuals to the Barbershop Harmony Society's "Harmony University", held each summer, to continue his legacy for years to come: https://www.rittenhousesound.org/scholarship

Calling all singers in the Philadelphia area! We are holding our first Open House of the year next Tuesday, January 13th...
01/07/2026

Calling all singers in the Philadelphia area! We are holding our first Open House of the year next Tuesday, January 13th! Come sing with us, learn about the chorus, and get a sneak peek of our exciting repertoire celebrating in 2026!

Visit our website and click "Join Us" to let us know you're coming, and check out our audition information. Singers of all voice types are welcome and encouraged to join! We can't wait to see you there!

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1906 S. Rittenhouse Square
Philadelphia, PA
19103

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7pm - 10pm

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