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 | Flannel Folk
Flannel Folk is a contemporary a cappella group based in Cedarburg, WI. Since its founding in 2018, Flannel Folk has gone on to become a household name in the greater Milwaukee area through their unique arrangements of fun and energetic music. Flannel Folk prides itself on singing many genres, including 80's Rock, Modern Hits, Barbershop, and Originals. Flannel Folk's impressive resume of performances includes the AHOU International Conference, Harley Davidson s 120th Anniversary Festival, the Wisconsin Center, Taste of Highland Park, the Bitter Jester Music Festival, and countless local venues. Members: Edward Sherman, John Sherman, Robert Danner, Claudia Levens, Liv Miller    |
 | Gold ‘n Blues
The Gold n Blues are Marquette University s first and premier Co-Ed A Cappella group. Based in Milwaukee, WI, GnB was founded in 2008 and entered the competitive scene in 2022. The group has competed in ICCA twice, and most recently Acapocalypse. This is their first time competing in Harmony Sweepstakes. The group consists of 19 undergraduate and graduate students, focused on creating intricate and breathtaking music while simultaneously establishing meaningful connections with each other and the entire A Cappella community. Members: Charlie O Neill, 13: Moira Sagon, McKinnley Marks, 14: Timmy Melfi, Abby Doria, 15: Max Creager-Roberts, Andrew McDonald, 16: Kane Undag, Jonah Zhungu, 17: Bennett Chapman, Tim Gnorski, Maggie Gnorski, Maddie Lee, Hailey Woerdeman, Ford McDonnell, Bea Cavour, Megan Kruse |
 | Minor Mischief
A fun Twin Cities-based music group with five fabulous friends! We ve been singing together for over 10 years and don t plan to stop anytime soon. We like to do a little bit of everything. From Beach Boys to Beyonc , th ere s a little something for everyone! Members: Anna Torgerson, Christina Case, Ricky Pierce, Nic Fairbanks, Luke Ericksen |
 | NexDetour
NexDetour is an a cappella power trio based in Dayton, OH. Jim Brown, Scott Dawson, and Ryan Holway have been singing a cappella together for 25 years and have shared the stage with The Beach Boys, The Temptations, and Styx. Members: Jim Brown, Scott Dawson, Ryan Holway |
 | The Peppermint Patties
The Peppermint Patties are close-harmony vocal group based in Chicago, IL. The Patties sing a wide variety of genres including songs made popular by the Andrews Sisters, jazz standards, golden age musical theater songs, a cappella, pop music and quirky covers. Members: Anna Caldwell, Daina Fischer, Nikki Krzebiot, Laura Smalley |
 | Vocalight
Vocalight is a 5 member a cappella group based out of Dayton, Ohio. All five members are former alumni of the High School A Cappella group, Forte. Vocalight started in 2017 and then broke up before coming back together in 2024 with 5 all new members and a completely updated sound. They look forward to continuing the legacy of the original group while also creating their very own brand new a cappella style. Members: Natalie DiPietro, Cara DiPietro, Sydney Korpusik, Sammy Villalva, Joel Korpusik |
Pacific Northwest
 | Verdant
Verdant is an award-winning professional a cappella group located in Eugene, Oregon. Established in 2016, our name is inspired by the lush greens of our home state. From our 2nd place win at Harmony Sweepstakes 2022, to creating our recent EP Daybreak, we imbue everything we do with our unique style and flair. Together we shape dynamic, compelling arrangements of songs from a variety of genres, including Top-40, indie pop, classic rock, and more. Members: Cameron Graham-Mask, Cassidy Finch, Chad Lowe, Connor Eyler, David Fowler, Lexy Menjivar-Grueskin, Rami Holmes  |
 | Minor Adjustment
Minor Adjustment is a contemporary co-ed a cappella group from Seattle. Catch them at various concerts in the area, or reach out for a private event! Members: Marissa Kranz, Mykhanh Pham, Kelly Ryan, Emily Aoki Yamashita, Shreya Manjunath, Isabelle Gomez, Ashley Watt, Cass Cunningham, Don Zheng, Neil Little, Duncan Boehle, Kevin Zhao  |
 | Puget Sound Company
Puget Sound Co. is an 8-member vocal ensemble founded in Seattle in October 2018. We specialize in unaccompanied musical performance, using only our voices to cover popular artists from The Beatles to Fleetwood Mac to Ariana Grande and more. Members: Taylor VanDuser, Lindsay Dawson, Michael Tappel, Sean Callahan, Connor Hartling, Shana Emile, Katie Gary, Danny Lacker, Drew O'Connell |
 | Quayside Voices
Quayside Voices is a Canadian vocal band that performs with a true passion for a cappella. Stephanie, Troy, Danjel, Elyse and Aerhyn are the quintet. In their 10th season, their shows are elevated with movement to captivate audiences. They are musicians in residence at Braid Street Studios and are the 2024 recipients for the Best Original Arrangement and Best Original Song at the Pacific North-West Harmony Sweepstakes. With a true belief that A Cappella is for everyone, Quayside honours this principle with continued connection and collaboration, whether it be through community events, local schools, or partnering with other groups. Members: Stephanie Lam (She/Her), Elyse Kantonen (They/Them), Troy Martell (He/Him), Aerhyn Lau (He/Him), Danjel Young (He/Him) |
 | Sorella
Sorella is the contemporary vocal ensemble of Seattle Girls Choir. Directed by Lauren Kastanas, this high-school ensemble performs in pop, folk, and contemporary styles, with a focus on independent ensemble singing. Seattle Girls Choir, under the leadership of Artistic Director Sarra S. Doyle, is a community that provides young singers with a high-quality music education and a place to belong. Founded in 1982, Seattle Girls Choir provides a comprehensive and progressive choral education with an emphasis on vocal technique, musical literacy, and ensemble performance. The organization provides six sequential levels of instruction for choristers in kindergarten through high school, and training choir for beginners, and the contemporary vocal ensemble Sorella. Members: Adele Shuman, Aethere Ayer, Bryn Fleck, Cecilia Fontana, Emily Jade Louscher, Eva Nelson, Makena Shephard, Megan Haberkorn, Sophia Cao, Sophia McCarthy, Sophie Bartscher |
 | Stage Appropriate
If Broadway and a cappella had a baby with a big, bright smile and jazz hands, it would be Stage Appropriate. Founded in 2022, this group of friends has performed at such prestigious locations as the Great Figgy Pudding Caroling Competition, Expedia conference rooms, and their friend Betsy s flower garden. From belting Broadway ballads to harmonizing Disney tunes, they bring the magic of the stage to every note they sing. Whether you're a fan of the classics like 'The Sound of Music' or you can't get enough of 'Into the Woods,' they've got a song (and a smile) for you. Members: Cele Wolman, Rachel Sacramento Coloma, Helen Jones, Pam Policastri, Dave Johnson, Ignacio Coloma, Maneesh Augustine |
 | The Pillage People
Like a tidal wave crashing against an unsuspecting shore, The Pillage People be here t' raid once more in the bountiful waters of The Harmony Sweepstakes! We takes no prisoners, because then we'd have to feed them. Cap'n Ramsay and his pirate crew are ready to split yer sides once more (with laughter, not swords!). The booty we be lustin' for tonight is the elusive Audience Favorite award. If we can't actually steal yer gold, we hopes instead t' win yer vote! This be truly one of our favorite shows t' raid, because ye makes us feel so welcome. Yar! Members: Roy Rasera, Ramsay 'RC' Cowlishaw, Mike Haines, Mike Mendyke, Shawn Dudley |
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