More than 50 women’s a cappella singing groups from the US and Canada will entertain audiences in contests and shows at the 2014 (55th Annual) International Convention and Contests hosted by Harmony, Inc.,, an international organization of women barbershop singers, November 13-15, at the Galt House Hotel, 140 North Fourth St., Louisville.

More than 1,000 participants and fans will attend and celebrate excellence in barbershop singing throughout the three-day event. The public is invited to watch choruses and quartets compete, visit the hospitality room and displays of musical-related items, gifts and jewelry; and enjoy world-class barbershop entertainment at two championship shows.

To commemorate this event, Harmony, Inc. will donate $1 from each contest ticket sold at-the-door to the West Louisville Performing Arts Academy, supporting vocal music and education for Louisville youth ages 8-19.

 Events kick-off Thursday, Nov. 13, at 7:30 p.m., with the gala “Parade of Champions” show, featuring current and past gold medal winners including Village Vocal Chords, 19-time gold medalist chorus from Chicago, and Spot On, 2013 International Quartet Champions. Guest entertainers, Cardinal Rule, University of Louisville’s contemporary a cappella ensemble, will open the show.