FANS of close harmony are in for a treat when ladies barbershop comes to Harrogate.

Around 1,800 singers will perform in the town at the Ladies Association of British Barbershop Singers 42nd national convention from October 26-28.

The headliner this year is GQ, a young a cappella quartet from the US, who will perform at two of the three shows and provide coaching.

There is also a full program of educational events, led by top coaches and performers.

See www.labbs.org.uk for details. Tickets from www.harrogateconventioncentre.co.uk