By Donovan Harris
The Warblers Club singing group has been around since 1929, when it was formed as the boys’ glee club at Woodlawn High School. In the mid-1970s, the Warblers’ existence as a high school group ceased, but in 1988, many of the group’s alumni decided to reunite and continue this musical legacy. Since then, The Warblers have performed regularly for private and public functions all over the city. And yet, The Warblers haven’t performed a big show since its 93rd anniversary show in 2022. That will change next month with a concert called “Let Melody Flow!” with the popular Three on a String ensemble on July 12 at 6 p.m. at Samford’s Fine Arts Center.
The Warblers will perform southern classics, spirituals and patriotic and Americana music in their traditional four-part harmony style. Between the first and second half of the show, a few of the members break out into a group and perform doo-wop numbers.
While many of the current performers were members of the Woodlawn High Warblers during their high school days, the membership now includes men from other high schools, more than 40 in all. “We’ve been rehearsing for a year, and it’s going to be a big show. We’ll do several black light numbers with choreography, in addition to our traditional group choral songs,” says Bob Parker, the musical director since 2007.
The Warblers are expecting a full auditorium at the Wright Center, so come join the crowd for a unique musical experience.
Tickets cost $30 and may be purchased from any active Warbler or online at warblersclub.org.
To send by check, mail to: The Warblers Club, PO Box 101025, Birmingham, AL 35210. Please include your address, email, & phone number to receive your purchased tickets.
