IABS Annual Convention 2025
Tag along with us at IABS Convention 2025 for yet another packed weekend of contests, afterglow and camaraderie.
Date and time
Location
INEC Killarney
Muckross Road Killarney IrelandRefund Policy
Agenda
International and National Quartet Contests
International and National Chorus Contests
Youth Competitions
Gala Concert
About this event
- Event lasts 2 days 6 hours
IABS Annual Convention
Join us for the IABS Annual Convention, a must-attend event for all enthusiasts of barbershop singing.
Date: Fri Oct 10 2024
Time: 09:00:00 GMT+0100 (Irish Standard Time)
Location: Killarney Convention Centre (INEC)
With youth, national and international competitions for chorus and quartets, the IABS Annual Convention is the perfect opportunity to showcase your group's work over the past year and engage with singers and educators from all over the world. You'll have the opportunity to attend coaching under glass, listen to some fabulous guest mic warmers and coolers, and tag along at our 'world famous' afterglow. We even have a Chorditorium so don't fear you'll have plenty of opportunities for singing and tagging along!
At the INEC, our chosen venue, provides the perfect backdrop for this exciting event. Located in the heart of stunning Kerry, you'll have the opportunity to explore the enchanting landscapes, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and experience the warm hospitality of Ireland. See www.inec.ie and www.gleneaglehotel.com for more information.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired. Mark your calendars for the IABS Annual Convention and get ready for a weekend filled with song, sequins, and unforgettable memories.
Further detail of schedule and guests will be posted on our website early July, and as more information becomes available. Visit www.iabsconvention.com to make sure you have all the latest news.
Frequently asked questions
Each member of the quartet competing must be age 55 or older, and the sum of the accumulated ages of the quartet must equal or exceed 240 years. These requirements must be met on the basis of birthdays reached on or before the day of the first day of convention. Applies to IABS member quartets only.
A novice quartet is defined as a quartet which has no more than 2 members who have previously competed together in a quartet at an IABS Quartet contest, and has no member who has previously won the IABS quartet contest in another quartet. Applies to IABS member quartets only.
IABS is running a 'Here to Harmonise' Youth Event including a "Contest" for quartet and chorus (2 contestable barbershop songs) and Festival events (Chorus must have 1 of 2 songs as a contestable Barbershop arrangement, quartets compete with one barbershop song only).
In a Junior quartet/chorus, all members are in school and under the age of 19 (not including the director). In a youth quartet/chorus, all members are aged 25 or under (not including the director). For clarity, entries in this convention are designated clearly by age.
There are various resources for determining this. Usually this can be checked when purchasing music. If in doubt, contact the arranger or request a review from a judge. Contact IABS if you need more clarity or assistance.
If you are so unfortunate as to be unable to attend our wonderful event, full refunds for tickets will be available up until the 30th of September. We will be unable to refund any tickets after this date.
Contest rules and stage setup info can be accessed via the convention website 'www.iabsconvention.com' along with other general information. If you cannot find what you are looking for us contact the convention team directly on iabsconventionteam@gmail.com.