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2026 ICCA and ICHSA Finals Have Been Announced!

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The voices have spoken, and here is every first-place winner earning their spot on the Finals stage.

The 2026 competitive a cappella season has produced some of the most compelling performances in recent memory. From high school auditoriums to college concert halls, and even across the Atlantic, vocal groups from around the world have competed for a chance to advance. All of that work has been building toward one night: the 2026 ICCA and ICHSA Finals, set for April 24 and 25, 2026, at The Town Hall (123 W 43rd St, New York, NY) from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Ten of the best collegiate a cappella groups in the world will take that historic Manhattan stage and compete for the title. Below is a full breakdown of every first-place winner from the Semifinal and Wild Card rounds of both the ICCA (International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella) and ICHSA (International Championship of High School A Cappella).

ICCA SEMIFINAL WINNERS

Northeast: The Nor’easters (Northeastern University): The Nor’easters turned in a commanding performance with 418 points to claim the Northeast region, continuing a strong season that included an impressive quarterfinal run just weeks prior.

South: Carolina Sound (University of Mount Olive): Carolina Sound earned the South Semifinal title with 381 points, edging out Belmont’s Prismatics 381 to 373 in one of the tightest semifinal results of the season. A strong showing from a program that continues to grow on the national stage.

Great Lakes: Amazin’ Blue (University of Michigan): Amazin’ Blue secured their Finals berth with 368 points, adding another chapter to Michigan’s well-established legacy in collegiate a cappella competition.

West: Eh? Cappella (University of British Columbia): Representing Canada in the West region, UBC’s Eh? Cappella led the field with 394 points and also took home Outstanding Arrangement honors, delivering one of the more complete performances of the semifinal round.

Mid-Atlantic: Off Track (Towson University): Off Track carried strong momentum into the Mid-Atlantic Semifinal and came away with 388 points and the top spot, capping off a consistent run through both the quarterfinal and semifinal rounds.

Central: Off the Record (Lehigh University): Lehigh’s Off the Record earned 416 points at the Central Semifinal along with Outstanding Arrangement and Choreography recognition, making a clear statement as one of the stronger groups heading into Finals.

Midwest: A Cub Bella (Missouri State University): Missouri State’s A Cub Bella secured the Midwest title with 381 points, holding off a competitive field that included two strong entries from Ohio State University.

Southwest: VirtuOSO (Baylor University): In the narrowest result of the semifinal season, VirtuOSO from Baylor University edged UC Irvine’s Morse Coda by a single point, 414 to 413, to claim the Southwest title.

United Kingdom: Northern Lights (Durham University): Northern Lights posted the highest semifinal score of any group in either competition this season, earning 428 points at the United Kingdom Semifinal and establishing themselves as a serious contender heading into the ICCA Finals.

ICCA WILD CARD

Wild Card: Prismatics (Belmont University): After finishing second at the South Semifinal, the Prismatics earned their Finals spot through the Wild Card round with 419 points, securing a second path to New York City for the Nashville-based group.

ICHSA SEMIFINAL WINNERS

Northeast: NOTEorious (North Reading High School): NOTEorious turned in a 371-point performance to claim the Northeast title, capping off a dominant run through the high school competition that began at the quarterfinal level.

South: Sonic Edge (CCCEPA at Pebblebrook High School): Sonic Edge from Pebblebrook High School in Georgia earned 400 points and the South Semifinal title, delivering one of the standout performances of the high school competition this season.

Great Lakes: Off The Record (Lockport Township High School): In an exceptionally close contest, Lockport Township’s Off The Record claimed the Great Lakes title with 403 points, finishing just four points ahead of Port Washington’s Limited Edition in second place.

West: Titanium (Tesoro High School): Tesoro High School’s Titanium earned 371 points and the West Semifinal title, with the group also taking home Outstanding Vocal Percussion recognition for their performance.

Southwest: Infiniti (Rockwall-Heath High School): Infiniti delivered a dominant 418-point performance at the Southwest Semifinal, earning the top spot along with Outstanding Vocal Percussion and Choreography honors.

Mid-Atlantic: Stay Tuned (Cherry Hill High School East): Stay Tuned from Cherry Hill, New Jersey earned 412 points and the Mid-Atlantic title, also receiving recognition for Outstanding Choreography during the competition.

Midwest: 16th Street Soul (Warren Central High School): 16th Street Soul claimed the Midwest Semifinal title on their home stage at Warren Central High School, a meaningful result for a program that has worked to build its presence within the regional competition.

ICHSA WILD CARD

Wild Card: The Ram Jams (Ramsey High School): Ramsey High School’s Ram Jams earned the ICHSA Wild Card with 397 points, securing a Finals berth after finishing second at the Mid-Atlantic Semifinal earlier in the season.

What Is Next?

The semifinal winners and wild card champions now turn their attention to the Finals. The 2026 ICCA and ICHSA Finals take place on April 24 and 25, 2026, at The Town Hall in New York City, where ten collegiate groups will compete for the championship title. With programs representing campuses from Nashville to Vancouver and New Jersey to Durham, England, the Finals stage promises to be one of the most competitive nights in the tournament’s history.

Visit varsityvocals.com for full results, special awards, and Finals updates.

Just Sing Documentary Heads to Theaters This April

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The real-life Pitch Perfect story of USC’s SoCal VoCals is coming to the big screen

The a cappella world is getting its own documentary moment this spring. Just Sing, the acclaimed coming-of-age film following the University of Southern California’s SoCal VoCals, has just been picked up by Abramorama for North American theatrical release — and it’s opening just in time for ICCA Finals weekend.

The film follows a pivotal season with the SoCal VoCals, one of the country’s top collegiate a cappella groups, as they pursue a record-setting sixth ICCA title. With graduation looming and expectations high, the ensemble faces the pressure of competition alongside the uncertainty of what comes next. Directors Angelique Molina and Abraham Troen take an intimate approach, weaving together rehearsal footage, personal histories, and the emotional journey of young performers chasing something bigger than a trophy.

Abramorama will open the film on April 24th in New York City at the Quad Cinema and in Los Angeles at the Laemmle NoHo 7 for an Academy-qualifying run, followed by a wider platform release. The timing is no coincidence — the ICCA Finals take place the very next day, April 25th, at The Town Hall in New York City.

For a cappella fans, this is the film we’ve been waiting for. For everyone else, it just might be the one that changes how you think about vocal music entirely.

For more information visit justsingfilm.com.

Varsity Vocals Announces the Start of the 2026 ICCA and ICHSA Seasons

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Varsity Vocals is proud to announce the launch of the 2026 International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) and International Championship of High School A Cappella (ICHSA) seasons, marking the return of two of the largest and most prestigious a cappella competitions in the world.

Each year, the ICCA and ICHSA bring together the most talented collegiate and high school a cappella groups to compete in regional rounds, culminating in championship finals that celebrate excellence in contemporary vocal performance. From innovative arrangements to show-stopping choreography, audiences can expect an unforgettable live music experience at every event.

Tickets are now on sale for select 2026 ICCA and ICHSA regional competitions. Fans can purchase tickets at varsityvocals.com, including access to the prestigious ICCA and ICHSA Finals, both taking place in New York City. With tickets historically selling out quickly, early purchase is strongly encouraged.

Please note that some ticket links may not yet be live. If you do not see your event’s ticket link available, be sure to check back soon as additional ticketing options will be released.

The 2026 ICCA and ICHSA seasons promise months of thrilling performances and the chance to see the future of a cappella take the stage live in communities worldwide.