ABOUT HARMONY FOUNDATION

HFI recognizes that singing improves lives. HFI’s mission is to support and share the gift of singing as an extraordinary means of making lives more enjoyable, satisfying and meaningful. HFI is closely affiliated with the Barbershop Harmony Society, the world’s largest four-part harmony a cappella singing organization. Scientific research has identified physical, emotional and social benefits to singing including increased muscle tone, better posture, increased mental alertness, reduced anger, depression and anxiety, and increased confidence, self-esteem and well-being for all ages. Young singers are generally more engaged socially, less likely to commit crimes and join gangs, do better in school and are more likely to go to college. HFI supports programs that encourage singing among all ages; youth through music education for students in middle school, high school and college; music educators; and generate and improve networks of singers in adult populations. HFI supports life-long singing for all ages, cultures and economic backgrounds. Teaching others the joy of giving is at the core of HFI and its mission.