In this inspiring episode, Angie and Shelly celebrate Shelly’s quartet Hot Notes and their big win at the Evergreen District contest, which earned them a trip to Pasadena for the Barbershop Harmony Society’s Midwinter Convention. They talk about the power of preparation, the mindset behind healthy competition, and what it really means to “win”—because it’s not always about medals or rankings.
💡 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:🎤 Hot Notes Hits the Stage – How Shelly’s quartet placed 4th overall, 1st in their division, and qualified for international competition
🪩 The Art of Preparation – From travel schedules to sequins and stage hugs, how humor, planning, and positive energy keep nerves in check
💪 Mindset Over Medals – Why success comes from executing your plan, not just taking home a trophy
❤️ Performing With Purpose – How intention and connection elevate a performance beyond the technical notes
💬 Constructive Criticism vs. Comparison – Using feedback to grow without getting lost in the scoreboard
🎶 Finesse Over Force – Why artistry, emotion, and storytelling often matter more than sheer vocal power
👑 Aging Gracefully in Harmony – How Hot Notes is redefining what it means to be a “senior” quartet by competing (and thriving) alongside younger groups
🙌 Winning Mindset – How to let go of perfectionism, embrace imperfection, and celebrate progress at every level
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💬 Have you ever put your heart into something and realized the real win was just showing up and giving it your all? Tell us what your “best performance” moment was—we’d love to celebrate it with you.
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