7/9/25

Blue Velvet • Vocal Confluence

As part of our show Sounds of Steel: An A Cappella Tribute to Pittsburgh Artists, chapter quartet Minor Inconvenience performs “Blue Velvet,” the timeless ballad made famous by Pittsburgh’s own Bobby Vinton. Featuring rich, nostalgic harmonies and a smooth barbershop style, this arrangement brings new warmth to a classic that has echoed through decades. Minor Inconvenience—made up of Will, Bridget, Addison, and Alex—delivers a heartfelt performance that honors both the song’s romantic charm and its Steel City roots.

🎙️ Quartet: Minor Inconvenience

👥 Members: Will, Bridget, Addison, and Alex

🎵 Originally performed by: Bobby Vinton

🎤 Performed by: Members of Vocal Confluence – Pittsburgh’s all-voice barbershop chorus

🎟️ From the show: Sounds of Steel: An A Cappella Tribute to Pittsburgh Artists

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