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EKBC(v) on air

There may be people who enjoy saving lives just by staying at home. Without belittling this important contribution: We barbershoppers lack the gigs and the rehearsals together!

That's why Erster Kölner Barbershop Chor has made a virtue of necessity and, with the participation of families, friends and fans, has produced a greeting to everyone "out there".

Here is the video of the virtual Erster Kölner Barbershop Chor EKBC(v) We wish you lots of fun!

other news

Quattro Voci men a cappella quartet from the Cologne Bay is looking for new bass singer

We are looking for a new bass singer!

Great concert with a tear in the eye

What a breathtaking evening: On January 8, the EKBC was finally able to once again thrill the audience in the sold-out Senftöpfchen! With old and new pieces and two guest quartets, the "boys" offered a varied program ranging from the greatest ambition to hullabaloo - just like the chorus has been known and appreciated for decades.

Sought & Found

EKBC's search for a new musical director ended with considerable success. Matthias Neuburger, long-time and now outgoing director says: "I am enormously pleased that the chorus has chosen Andrea Figallo as my successor."

Vocal FX - Workshop with Kerstin Greaves

Grunts come from the rehearsal room. A crow "answers" from outside. Truly unusual sounds produced by EKBC singers and singer friends. But it's all in good fun: Kerstin Greaves, singer, coach and certified CVT trainer, asked to try out sound effects like have been systematically described in the "Complete Vocal Technique".

Not the first best...

We are the "Erster Kölner Barbershop Chor" and have also successfully participated in the casting of the Best Choir in the West. Nevertheless we are not looking for the first best!

We like to spice up our performances with the Cologne way of life and a lot of humor. Nevertheless, we are seriously searching!