Starting a college a cappella group sounds exciting — and it is. But between recruiting singers, finding rehearsal space, and figuring out how to actually run a student organization, the process can feel overwhelming fast. Gerard Saguto, a classical choral musician and longtime follower of collegiate vocal music, has watched dozens of groups grow from […]
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The Nor’easters Win the 2026 ICCA International Championship
The 2026 ICCA International Finals had a lot riding on them. Thirty years of competition history. A record-breaking season. Six of the best collegiate a cappella groups in the world sharing one stage at The Town Hall in New York City on April 25. When the night was over, Northeastern University’s The Nor’easters walked away […]
ICCA International Finals: Six Groups Take the World Stage in New York City
One month from now, the most competitive night in collegiate a cappella arrives. The 2026 ICCA International Finals are set for April 25 in New York City, capping off what has already been a record-breaking 30th anniversary season for the International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella. More than 7,500 performers from 445+ groups competed throughout […]
Hullabahoos Win Big with Reser’s Jingle Deal
A beloved collegiate a cappella group just proved that the human voice alone can land a major brand deal. The Hullabahoos, a University of Virginia vocal ensemble founded in 1987, won a national jingle competition hosted by Reser’s Fine Foods, earning $25,000 in prize money plus up to $20,000 in travel expenses to perform and […]
International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella Returns for 2026
The International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella, better known as ICCA, is set to return in late January 2026 with its first round of live competitions. Organized by Varsity Vocals, the ICCA is the premier competitive circuit for college a cappella groups in the United States and beyond. Quarterfinal events begin on January 24 and […]