Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barber Shop Quartet Singing in America (SPEBSQSA)

The Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barber Shop Quartet Singing in America (SPEBSQSA), now known as the Barbershop Harmony Society, is a nonprofit organization founded in 1938 dedicated to promoting barbershop-style singing. It brings together amateur and professional vocal groups focused on four-part harmony, fostering a community that values musical excellence, education, and performance. The society organizes competitions, events, and educational programs to preserve this distinctive musical tradition and encourage its growth across diverse audiences. Its mission is to celebrate and sustain the art of barbershop harmony through camaraderie and musical innovation.