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New Series on Acaville TV: The Winning Edge

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We’re thrilled to announce the launch of The Winning Edge, a brand-new show on Acaville TV, hosted by none other than Leroy Hyson II! The Winning Edge is a dynamic roundtable series designed to equip and inspire current a cappella competitors with the tools they need to make their competitive season a success.

Each episode drops every Tuesday, beginning with an exciting conversation between Leroy and a cappella legends Ben Bram, co-founder and producer of Pentatonix and A Cappella Academy, and Shams Ahmed, former music director and arranger for Nor’easters and co-founder of Citizen Queen.

Don’t miss out! Watch the premiere episode on YouTube today on the Acaville TV channel, or catch the conversation during the College Town A Cappella Hour on Acaville Radio. Tune in and get the edge you need to take your a cappella game to the next level!

ICCA and ICHSA Semifinals!

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It’s Semifinal Season for the Varsity Vocals ICCA and ICHSA, and the competition is heating up! With two ICCA finalists and three ICHSA finalists already securing their spots, the excitement is at an all-time high. A massive shout-out to the incredible groups making waves in their regions: Noteriety (University of Arizona) from the Southwest, The Pitchmen (Belmont University) from the South, Walk The Line (Rockwall High School) from the High School Southwest region, Unstrumental (Calabasas High School) from the High School West region, and Sonic Edge (CCCEPA at Pebblebrook High School) from the High School South region.

But don’t let the action stop there—there are still plenty of Semifinals to go, and any of these groups could make a run for the coveted ICCA or ICHSA championship title! Don’t miss out on your chance to witness the magic live—get your tickets today at varsityvocals.com/events and support your favorite group before it’s too late!

Acaville at LAAF

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Don’t miss our live broadcast at LAAF this year presented by CASA. The Festival takes place in El Segundo, CA from Feb 14-16. The Los Angeles A Cappella Festival has been a staple in the a cappella community for years now and this year you can join the fun from around the world here at Acaville.org.

Broadcast Schedule

Friday: Showcase @7:30 PM PST

Saturday: Pro Show- Filharmonic @7:30 PM PST

Sunday: Scholastic Competition @4:00 PM PST

Amazing NE Barbershop On The Way!

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Some amazing close harmony will be ringing in Worcester, Massachusetts in a week – and the Northeastern District of the Barbershop Harmony Society has partnered with Acaville to bring it all to you!

Quartets, Choruses, and fans of barbershop will gather October 25-27 for contests, showcases, coaching sessions, and social gatherings. It is the District’s biggest event of the year.

Acaville will bring you all of the contests live, as well as replays so you can go back and catch anything you may have missed. You’ll also be able to watch the NEDAC Champions Showcase and other main-stage concerts. Plus, there will be interviews with competitors and luminaries and lots of other exciting behind-the-scenes surprises. Full replays will be available exclusively to subscribers.

Visit acaville.org/bhs to subscribe now!

Founded in 1946, the Northeastern District (NED) is one of 17 North American districts and an affiliate/associate entity of the Society for the Preservation and Encouragement of Barber Shop Quartet Singing in America, Inc. (SPEBSQSA, Inc.) dba the “Barbershop Harmony Society”. The mission of the Northeastern District (NED) is to passionately assist in the promotion and encouragement of Barbershop Harmony through singing, education, and community.

Acaville was founded in 2014, originally to bring a cappella fans a place to hear great a cappella music anytime, anywhere. The internet radio station has since expanded to include original programming, podcasts, event coverage, and live streaming, with a library that’s grown to 25,000 songs that play free ‘round the clock at acaville.org or on the Acaville app. Volunteers are the heart of Acaville, powered entirely by diehard fans, singers, and supporters of all styles of a cappella music.

Welcome, Leroy!

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We are delighted to welcome Leroy Hyson II to the Acaville team!

Leroy will be focusing on all sorts of our operational work, including supporting shows and podcasts and volunteers. He brings a wealth of experience as a member of the contemporary pro group The Trills, and as a highly-regarded educator, mixer, and audio technician.

Feel free to reach out to him if you have any questions or have great ideas for things we might be able to do together! There are lots of great initiatives ahead, and we’re so happy to have Leroy helping us out.

Acaville Partners with Harmony, Inc.

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Want to have streaming access to the 2024 Harmony, Incorporated Area 6 Area Contest & Convention? Great news! HI has partnered with Acaville to bring you all the excitement, regardless of where you are!

Quartets, Choruses, and fans of barbershop will gather in Florida for packed schedule of contests, showcases, and social gatherings.

Acaville will bring you all of the contests live, as well as replays so you can go back and catch anything you may have missed. Plus, there will be interviews with competitors and luminaries and lots of other exciting behind-the-scenes surprises. Full replays will be available exclusively to subscribers.

Visit acaville.org/harmonyinc to subscribe now!

Harmony, Inc. got its start in 1959 where all women barbershoppers could belong, sing, and form strong friendships. The organization now has 65 chapters in the US and Canada, with over 2000 members sharing in the love of barbershop. Harmony, Inc. provides extensive opportunities to perform and compete, as well as offering a wide array of educational opportunities.

Acaville was founded in 2014, originally to bring a cappella fans a place to hear great a cappella music anytime, anywhere. The internet radio station has since expanded to include original programming, podcasts, event coverage, and live streaming, with a library that’s grown to 25,000 songs that play free ‘round the clock at acaville.org or on the Acaville app. Volunteers are the heart of Acaville, powered entirely by diehard fans, singers, and supporters of all styles of a cappella music.