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Barbershop quartet keeps singing after member’s stroke
By Dale Ryman at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
STEVENS POINT, Wis. (Aging Untold) — A Stevens Point barbershop quartet called Alternative Medicine continues performing together after one of its members suffered a stroke and spent five days in the hospital. The group includes Patty Bourgeois on tenor, Joe Larson on lead, Dennis Stephani on bas...
Key takeaway A group built around barbershop Joel Bourgeois said he has been singing barbershop since he was 14, inspired by watching his father come home from practice in a better mood.
Why this matters in The Nashville
Nashville 's own music scene, known for its strong sense of community, can learn from the dedication of Alternative Medicine, a barbershop quartet from Stevens Point, Wisconsin. The group's commitment to standing by their member, Joe Larson, after his stroke is a testament to the power of music to bring people together and support one another through challenging times. As Nashville's musicians and music lovers know, the city's vibrant music scene is built on relationships and collaborations between artists, and it's not uncommon to see local musicians rallying around one of their own in times of need. The story of Alternative Medicine serves as a reminder that this sense of community and camaraderie is not unique to Nashville, but can be found in music scenes across the country. Nashville's own barbershop groups and music organizations may find inspiration in Alternative Medicine's story, and consider ways to support their own members and colleagues who may be facing similar challenges.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? STEVENS POINT, Wis. (Aging Untold) — A Stevens Point barbershop quartet called Alternative Medicine continues performing together after one of its members suffered a stroke and spent five days in the hospital. The group includes Patty Bourgeois on tenor, Joe Larson on lead, Dennis Stephani on bas...
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