Sioux Falls Jefferson promised a phenomenal competition with groups from surrounding states, and the event 100% delivered.

A titantic trio of Waukee Northwest, Lincoln Southwest, and Waconia will bring early intensity to Sioux Falls.

All of the usual players will be jostling for position once again in a tight (but crowded) South Dakota show choir scene.

Behind the Big Five large show choir schools sit a handful of dedicated small groups - O'Gorman, Harrisburg, Vermillion and Dell Rapids.

Nic Caberos is the new Mitchell Friend de Coup director. Caberos replaces Nick McGraw, who is leaving the teaching profession.