Fifty quartets compete for the gold medal at the International Championships of Barbershop Singing in a tight and emotional contest.
“The story of three very different quartets, each on a mission to win the most prestigious singing competition no one has ever heard of.”
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Fifty quartets compete for the gold medal at the International Championships of Barbershop Singing in a tight and emotional contest.
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In Nashville, the Barbershop Harmony Society hosts its International Convention, where quartets compete for the coveted gold medal. Among them are Max Q, a favorite, and challengers OC Times, Vocal Spectrum, and Reveille. Filmed over three years, American Harmony captures the intense rivalry, personal struggles, and comedic moments within the barbershop community during the 2005 to 2007 competitions. The film documents one of the closest finishes in the event's history, revealing the passion behind this unique art form.
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- Meet barbershop quartets like OC Times and Vocal Spectrum.
- Follow the competition at the Barbershop Harmony Society.
- See interviews with everyday 'Joe Barbershoppers.'
Did You Know
- The film was produced over more than three years.
- It was screened at the Barbershop Harmony Society’s 2008 Convention.
- American Harmony won Best Documentary at the 2009 San Diego Film Festival.
- The DVD was released in June 2010 and re-released in September 2011.
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Who directed the documentary American Harmony?
American Harmony was directed and produced by Aengus James.
When was American Harmony released on DVD?
The DVD of American Harmony was made available in June 2010.
What awards did American Harmony win?
American Harmony won Best Documentary at the 2009 San Diego Film Festival and the Silver Lei Award at the 2009 Honolulu Film Festival.
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