Applications Open Now
Bring world-class a cappella and barbershop learning into your school/kura.
Sweet Adelines International (SAI) is a global organisation focused on barbershop and a cappella singing, vocal education, and leadership development.
We are now offering secondary school choirs in Aotearoa New Zealand the opportunity to become a Youth Affiliate Chorus - a simple way to access high-quality music, teaching resources and performance opportunities.
What is a Youth Affiliate Chorus?
It’s a school/kura choir (or vocal group) that partners with Sweet Adelines to access:
- Curriculum related vocal resources
- SSAA (treble/upper voices) repertoire (along with learning tracks)
- Skill development in harmony singing and ensemble work
No prior barbershop experience is needed.
Who can apply?
- Any secondary school choir or vocal group
- (individual student membership is not required)
- Singing in SSAA (treble/upper voice) range
- No minimum size and no prior organisational affiliation required.
Why Join?
For Teachers/Kaiako and Directors/Kaiwhakahaere Puoro
- FREE Director Membership with Sweet Adelines International
- Access to ready-to-use teaching resources and learning tracks
- A wide library of SSAA repertoire suitable for secondary students
- Support from an established international and local singing organisation.
For Students/Rangatahi
- Build confidence, teamwork, and musicianship
- Learn close harmony / a cappella singing skills
- Opportunities to perform and compete (optional, no SAI registration fee for national events)
- Access to international scholarships and pathways.
For Your School/Kura
- Strengthen your music programme and choir culture
- Offer students a unique, contemporary vocal experience
- Connect with a wider singing community across NZ and internationally.
Cost
- Annual school membership: NZD $260 (USD $155)
- FREE FIRST YEAR available through a contestable Sweet Adelines NZ funding pool.
Key Dates
- Schools can join directly anytime.
- Applications for funding to join close: 30 June 2026
How to Apply / Learn More
Enquiries: [email protected]
Learn more: https://sweetadelines.com/youth-affiliate-chorus-program
Application form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd2CBoqeObadwqM_Cxpj5jHjHwiVGemxOFGazAIYvP9WoUzSA/viewform
