The Schmitt Brothers
1951 International Champion Barbershop Quartet
Four Small Town Boys
Who Made it to the Big Time
The Schmitt Brothers from Two Rivers, Wisconsin, electrified audiences with their sublime harmonies. They skyrocketed to stardom after they won an international singing competition in 1951, putting their hometown on the map and sparking a 35-year career. They “traveled along” more than 2 million miles, “singing a song” in 3,000 performances on radio, TV and North America's top stages. Through it all, they ran local businesses, led civic organizations and raised 35 children among the four families. This is their amazing story.
FREE CONCERT
Saturday, July 19, 2025
6:00 - 7:30 PM
Two Rivers Central Park
Harmony Lives On the Schmitt Brothers Stage 2025 will feature barbershop quartets from throughout Wisconsin, including Barber Pops, Lake Effect, Quandary, Juke Box, Late Expectations and the District Champion Coulee Classic as well as the Clipper City Chordsmen chorus.​
Commemorative Schmitt Brothers Sundaes will be served at the Washington House Museum, part of the Two Rivers Historical Society, from noon until 6:00 p.m., and the Cool City Brewing Company will have the 2025 Schmitt Brothers Barbershop Brew on tap all weekend.
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This event is made possible through an Explore Two Rivers Opportunity Grant and sponsored by Shelley Vogel at Weichert Realty and the Cool City Brewing Company.
