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Region 3 mourns the loss of barbershop music legend, Jim Arns

December 31, 2025 - 5:10pm -- Jessica Moore

James (Jim) S. Arns Jr.

November 19, 1960 – December 29, 2025

James, Jim Arns Jr., beloved son, brother, uncle, friend, teacher, mentor, and musician, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025. He was 65.

Born on November 19, 1960, in Westmont, Illinois, Jim dedicated his life to music, education, and the transformative power of choral artistry. A gifted musician, organist, and director, he earned his master’s degree in music from Northwestern University and went on to shape the lives of countless singers through his passion, precision, and unwavering commitment to excellence.

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CONGRATULATIONS HOIC

November 12, 2025 - 8:30pm -- Jessica Moore

Region 3 is pleased to share that the Heart of Illinois Chorus has won the 2025 Peoria Community's Choice Awards for Live Music/Concert Venue and Live Theater!

We are so proud of you, HOIC! You do your region so proud! Congratulations!  

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Something awesome this way comes!

November 1, 2025 - 11:27pm -- Jessica Moore

Something exciting is on the horizon and the future is looking so bright! The RMT spent the weekend working closely with Sharon Cartwright and we cannot wait to share what we have in store for the region… are you ready?!? #StayTuned #RegionalReveal #sweetadelinesinternational #midwestharmonyregion3​

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2025 SOH winner announced!

August 19, 2025 - 7:42pm -- Jessica Moore

We are proud to honor, Bonnie Fedyski, as this year’s recipient!

 

The selection process for this year’s honoree was a little different from previous years. Traditionally, we recognize someone who has volunteered or contributed significantly to supporting the RMT over the past year and is someone whose efforts we truly appreciate.

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Region 3 takes on the DVLS 2024!

July 28, 2024 - 8:22pm -- Jessica Moore

Our region is lucky to have so many active members, directors and leaders who are incredibly dedicated enough to travel to Tulsa, OK and participate in the DVLS. What a weekend for Region 3 as our very own Whimsy Quartet took 5th place in Diamond Division Quartet Competition! Congratulations Whimsy!

 

Photo Credit: HOI Chorus

Featured Regional & International Events

Apr 30 2026 - 12:00am to May 3 2026 - 12:00am
2026 Region #3 Competition & Convention
  Announcements & Updates Communications Mailing #1 Quartet Mailing #2  Chorus Mailing #2... more
Sep 25 2026 - 12:00am to Sep 26 2026 - 12:00am
Fall Workshop with Di Porsch
Our annual, in-person, fall education workshop! Stay tuned!
Oct 26 2026 - 10:00am to Oct 31 2026 - 11:00pm
78th Annual International Convention and Competition
For more information visit http://sweetadelines.com/columbus2026  

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Midwest Harmony Region 3 of Sweet Adelines International is dedicated to the advancement of four-part harmony, barbershop-style, for women of all ages, through education and performance.