Capital City Sound Chorus Performs Barbershop Favorites

The local chorus will showcase classic tunes at a free concert this weekend.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:19pm

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A minimalist, abstract illustration featuring bold black silhouettes of four singers in a barbershop quartet, set against a high-contrast background of solid red and white colors, conceptually representing the a cappella performance of classic barbershop tunes.The Capital City Sound Chorus will bring the rich tradition of barbershop harmony to the Boise community at a free concert celebrating this uniquely American musical style.Boise Today

The Capital City Sound Chorus, a local barbershop singing group in Boise, Idaho, will be performing some of their favorite classic barbershop tunes at a free Barbershop Music Appreciation Concert on April 9th.

Why it matters

Barbershop music has a long and rich history in the United States, with quartets and choruses keeping the tradition alive through live performances. This concert allows the community to experience the unique sound and harmonies of this American musical genre.

The details

The Capital City Sound Chorus will be performing two barbershop standards - "It's a Good Day" and "Swing Down Chariot" - as part of the free concert. The event is open to the public and aims to introduce more people to the joy of barbershop music.

  • The Barbershop Music Appreciation Concert will take place on April 9, 2026.

The players

Capital City Sound Chorus

A local barbershop singing group based in Boise, Idaho that performs classic barbershop tunes.

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What’s next

The free Barbershop Music Appreciation Concert featuring the Capital City Sound Chorus will take place this Saturday, April 9th, at the Boise Center for the Arts.

The takeaway

This concert is a great opportunity for the Boise community to experience the rich tradition of barbershop music and discover the talented local chorus that is keeping the art form alive.