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Barbershop quartet keeps singing after member’s stroke
By Dale Ryman at KGNS — Sitewide
· 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 Laredo
The story of Alternative Medicine, a barbershop quartet from Stevens Point, Wisconsin, has a unique connection to Laredo , as the group's members, Joel and Patty Bourgeois, originally hail from Texas. Their experience of moving to a new city and forming a new quartet resonates with the diverse community of Laredo, where many residents have similar stories of relocation and building new connections. The quartet's goal of using music to uplift and improve people's moods also aligns with the city's strong emphasis on community events and public performances. As Laredo continues to support its local arts scene, the story of Alternative Medicine serves as a testament to the power of music and friendship in overcoming adversity, and their determination to continue performing together is a heartwarming reminder of the importance of community and support in the face of challenges.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
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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