Meet Ladies First: Buffalo Gateway Show Chorus' Talented Female Barbershop Quartet

Formed in 2013, Ladies First is a dynamic female barbershop quartet featuring four talented members of the Buffalo Gateway Show Chorus (BGC). The quartet brings together a wealth of experience and passion for barbershop harmony, with each member contributing unique talents to the group.

The members of Ladies First are (from left to right):

• Kim Hooker (Tenor)
• Sharon Wolff (Bass)
• Bonnie Sugrue (Lead)
• Bonnie King (Baritone)

Sharon Wolff is a seasoned performer with over 24 years of experience in Sweet Adelines. She has previously competed with four quartets, earning multiple medals and winning the regional championship with Vocal Motion in 1994. Sharon is also the Assistant Director of BGC, a bass section leader, and plays a vital role in shaping the chorus's success.

Bonnie King, with 12 years in Sweet Adelines, has also performed in two competitive quartets, Spindrift Quartet and Resolution Quartet, placing 4th in the 2015 Regional Contest. Bonnie is heavily involved with BGC as the head of Membership, a Music Mentor, and part of the Music Direction Committee.

Kim Hooker has been a tenor with BGC since 2007 and serves as the Administrative Co-Chair of BGC's New Member Group, helping new members navigate their first year in the chorus. Her dedication to welcoming and supporting new singers has made her an integral part of the group.

Bonnie Sugrue joined BGC in 2011 and quickly became involved in the chorus’s leadership. She sits on the Music Direction Committee, is a music mentor, and co-chairs the Public Relations Committee, working to promote BGC and its events.

Together, these four talented women form Ladies First, showcasing their love for barbershop harmony and their dedication to the Buffalo Gateway Show Chorus. Their combined experience and enthusiasm make them a quartet to watch, both on and off the stage!