‘We sing that they shall speak’

Singing Saints and speech pathology staff at Greater Niagara General Site display some of the materials purchased through the donation of concert proceeds.

That’s the motto of the Singing Saints Barbershop Chorus of St. Catharines. This group of gentlemen uses its collective vocal talent to benefit speech and hearing-impaired people by fundraising for equipment for Speech Pathology services at the NHS. This choral group has a 59-year history of singing a capella, barbershop style harmony, using proceeds from concerts to support community initiatives such as Harmonize for Speech.

Their rewards come from helping to make life-altering changes for patients with speech and hearing challenges. In recent years, the Singing Saints have generously donated more than $27,000 toward the Speech Language Pathology department of the NHS. These funds are used for a wish list of equipment that includes retraining aids, therapy materials and assessment tests.

Patient Deborah Kuhn was given a voice through the use of a Passey-Muir Valve purchased from donations by the Singing Saints. She is now able to vocally express her gratitude to the group.

“This equipment gave me a voice when all other means of getting in touch with humanity failed, and it opened a whole new world. I cried with relief, and finally felt like my life was coming back to me.”

During Speech and Hearing Awareness Month, join the Singing Saints on Saturday, May 15, for their annual concert in support of Speech Pathology services at the St. Catharines General with special guests Solstice.

For tickets please contact George at 905-682-4663. «