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The Virginians (also known as the Richmond Virginians) is a barbershop chorus located in Richmond, Virginia. Mike Wallen is currently its musical director, and has been serving in this capacity since 1998. It recently celebrated its 50th anniversary and is one of the oldest continuous singing groups in the Greater Richmond Area. Originally named the "Tobaccoland Chorus", the chapter was renamed to be the "Virginians", in 1990.

The Virginians competed at the 2000 Barbershop Harmony Society International Competition, held at Kansas City, Missouri, numbering 100 on stage. That same year, it sponsored a major benefit performance (featuring the Richmond Symphony Orchestra) for the WRVA "Alden Aaroe Shoe Fund" at the Landmark Theater. The Virginians chorus was recently selected to participate at the seventh annual "Russian Barbershop Music Festival" with Greg Lyne, held in St. Petersburg, Russia. (See also .)

Membership
The active members of the chorus draw primarily from the city of Richmond, Henrico, Hanover, Chesterfield and eastern Goochland counties. Some members come from as far away as Charlottesville and the Northern Neck, with a strong contingent from the Williamsburg area.

Activities
Annual performances typically include: The Virginians chorus participates in numerous community appearances with diverse shows that may include performances by its registered chapter quartets. One of its biggest fundraisers is an annual "Singing Valentines" program.
 * Spring Show, which usually has a theme and a guest quartet or performing group
 * Williamsburg Area Show
 * Christmas Show

Organization
The Virginians chorus is the principal performing group from the Richmond chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society (based in Nashville) a 501(c)(3) non-profit institution. It is partially supported by the Arts Council of Richmond.

In addition, the Virginians Ensemble is a daytime chorus (a subset of chapter members that can perform during the work day) that is very active in the community.

Mission Statement
The mission of the Richmond, Virginia, Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society, is to pursue musical excellence and good fellowship through learning, teaching, and singing the barbershop style of music; to entertain at a professional level; to develop and maintain a nationally competitive chorus; and to contribute to our community and country through charitable activities.

Timeline
Sponsored a major benefit performance (featuring the Richmond Symphony Orchestra) for the WRVA "Alden Aaroe Shoe Fund" at the Landmark Theater.
 * 1952: Organized as the Richmond chapter of the SPEBSQSA, Inc., under the name: the Tobaccoland Chorus.
 * 1990: Renamed: from the "Tobaccoland Chorus" to the "Virginians".
 * 1999: Won Mid-Atlantic District Championship (and Large Chorus Championship), held at Wildwood, New Jersey.
 * 2000: Competed at the International Competition, held at Kansas City, Missouri.
 * 2002: Celebrated 50th anniversary
 * 2006: Represented the United States at the annual "Russian Barbershop Music Festival", held in St. Petersburg, Russia.