Region 10 Sweet Adelines

Winter Workshop with Caitlin Castelino
2026-01-16 - 2026-01-17 | Holiday Inn Austin Town Lake, 20 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
JOIN US for Winter Workshop 2026!
January 16–17, 2026 | Holiday Inn Town Lake | Austin, TX

Kick off 2026 with Harmony! Join us this January in Austin, Texas for an unforgettable weekend of barbershop education and inspiration featuring the incredible Caitlin Castelino — International Faculty member, champion baritone of LoveNotes, and director of the award-winning Diablo Vista Chorus!
Whether you’re a seasoned singer or new to the risers, you’ll walk away energized, empowered, and vocally refreshed. Plus, don’t miss our Rising Stars of Region 10 youth workshop, Harmony: For Good — an exciting opportunity for young singers to learn, connect, and shine under the direction of 2023 Queen of Harmony Caroline Durrett, award winning lead of The Ladies quartet!
Mark your calendar. Warm up your voice. And get ready to ring in the chords!

WHAT TO EXPECT: Class Schedule (Updated 1/16/2026)
REGISTRATION: Register now!
HANDOUTS – If you like to have physical copies, please bring these with you. They will be available here (digitally) for you to access throughout the workshop.
• Calibrate Your Sound Handout
• Fun and Productive Rehearsals Handout
• Phonetics Handout
• Stop Aging in Its Tracks Handout
• The Vocal Mechanism_ How Does It Work Handout

QUARTET COACHING: Sign up for coaching!

MEALS – Complementary breakfast buffet is included for up to 2 people in each hotel room per day. Additional breakfast buffet meals can be purchased onsite. There will be a lunch buffet available for purchase. Price and menu to be announced.

WHERE TO STAY: Holiday Inn Town Lake – 20 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX 78701. Group rate is only available until January 12, 2026!

You can learn more about our clinician below!

CAITLIN CASTELINO

Caitlin Castelino is a 25-year member of Sweet Adelines and has been on the International Faculty since 2020. She is the Master 600 director of Diablo Vista Chorus, the 2020 Harmony Classic AA Champions and 2024 8th place International medalists, and baritone of LoveNotes, the 2014 International Quartet Champions. Caitlin created and directs The Starlettes, the chorus comprised of past Rising Star champion quartets, and previously directed Circle 12, the Region 12 chorus comprised of past quartet champions. She has had the honor of teaching, performing, and coaching all over the world as an individual and with LoveNotes, and has been very fortunate to serve as the clinician for numerous youth in harmony events. Caitlin graduated with her master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology in 2012, and she brings her knowledge of the vocal mechanism, healthy voice production, and voice therapy techniques to her classes and coaching sessions to promote healthy singing in all vocalists.

Event graphics provided by Laura DeGraw

Stay tuned for updates about this event!

Harmony: For Good - Youth Chorus Workshop
2026-01-17 | Holiday Inn Austin Town Lake, 20 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
Join us for a one-day barbershop a cappella event in Austin with Queen of Harmony Caroline Durrett – award winning lead singer of 2023 Sweet Adelines International Champion Quartet: The Ladies! This a cappella workshop is open to girls ages 25 and under, at any experience level, with the majority of singers coming from local middle and high schools or community choirs.

This chorus will spend the day together learning and singing For Good (Wicked) and Something To Talk About (Bonnie Raitt) in exciting 4-part barbershop a cappella harmony. Music and learning media are available so that you can prepare for this exciting opportunity! You DO NOT need to have music memorized for this event.

Event Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026

Holiday Inn Austin – Town Lake
20 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX 78701
Only $10 to participate!
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Event Time: 9AM-5:30PM Workshop & 7PM Performance!

Our youth event is graciously hosted by Great Gulf Coast Region 10 Sweet Adelines, a non-profit organization that provides barbershop harmony music education and performance opportunities to women of all ages in our community. The evening show will include our youth chorus workshop performance, as well as live performances from Region 10 quartets who are attending the Great Gulf Coast Region 10 Sweet Adelines “Winter Workshop” education seminar taking place at the same time in the adjacent hotel ballrooms.

Quick Links & Info:
• Register now to join us on January 17th!
Singers wishing to participate should sign up ASAP to secure a spot, access the music/recordings, and so that our team can prepare for the event!
For your convenience:
• Harmony – For Good – Schedule
• Harmony – For Good – QR Code Flyer
Songs and Learning Media (available after registration)
– For Good (Wicked)
– Something To Talk About (Bonnie Raitt)
The Harmony: For Good – youth event is a one-day Saturday workshop, so overnight stay is not required. If you are traveling for the workshop and would like to stay overnight at the hotel (Friday or Saturday night), you are welcome to reserve your stay using our group discount. This discount is only available if booked by January 12th, 2026.
Questions? Contact youth@region10sai.org!

Meet this year’s Youth Chorus Director…

CAROLINE DURRETT

Caroline Durrett is an accomplished barbershop educator, clinician, and director with a deep commitment to nurturing young singers both musically and personally. A Sweet Adelines International Queen of Harmony with The Ladies Quartet, Caroline brings firsthand experience at the highest level of the art form—along with a thoughtful, youth-centered approach that makes her an exceptional leader for emerging singers.
Caroline holds a Master’s degree in Counseling, which uniquely equips her to support the mental, emotional, and social well-being of young performers. As a music educator and coach, she is especially skilled at helping singers build confidence, healthy vocal habits, teamwork skills, and resilience—tools that serve students not only on the risers, but in everyday life. Parents value Caroline’s ability to create a positive, encouraging learning environment where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to grow.
In addition to her barbershop work, Caroline is an active choral musician and director, performing with the Highland Park Chorale and other Dallas ensembles. Her musical background spans classical, choral, Broadway, pop, folk, and a cappella styles, giving her a broad perspective that resonates with today’s young singers. Caroline’s professional credits include recording and vocal work for The Biggest Little Farm and Walker, Texas Ranger, reflecting her versatility and real-world industry experience.
Harmony: For Good marks Caroline’s third time serving as director for Region 10’s Young Women in Harmony programming. Her return speaks volumes—she is a trusted, beloved leader who consistently inspires students to sing with confidence, connect with others, and find joy in music. We are thrilled to welcome her back to guide and encourage the next generation of barbershop singers.

For more information about youth programming, please visit www.region10sai.org/youth.
We look forward to seeing you there!

63rd Annual Convention & Competition
2026-04-16 - 2026-04-18 | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport, 8181 Airport Blvd, Houston, 77061, United States
Reach For The Stars!
April 16-18, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport – HOUSTON, TEXAS, USA

Visit our Convention Hub for details!

Summer Splash
2026-06-12 - 2026-06-13 | Sheraton North Houston at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 15700 John F Kennedy Blvd, Houston, 77032, United States
SAVE THE DATE for Summer Splash!
June 12–13, 2026 | Sheraton North Houston GBIA | Houston, TX

☀️ Make Waves at Summer Splash 2026! ☀️Get ready to dive into harmony at Summer Splash, coming June 2026 to Houston, Texas! This sizzling barbershop education event is your chance to soak up summer education, boost your vocal skills, and connect with passionate singers from across the region.
Whether you’re singing tags ’til midnight or leveling up your ensemble performance, Summer Splash is where fun meets fabulous barbershop growth.
Mark your calendars and pack your pitch pipe—this is one splash you won’t want to miss!

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WHAT TO EXPECT: Class Schedule & Handouts TBA
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WHERE TO STAY: Sheraton North Houston at GBIA – 15700 John F Kennedy Blvd, Houston, TX 77032. Book now: $99/night Region 10 Group Rate. Last day to book is May 22, 2026.
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You can learn more about our faculty below!

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Stay tuned for updates about this event!
