Illinois’ competition circuit is finally getting its start at Crete-Monee, now the state’s perennial inaugural competition after Mt. Zion’s move to later in the season. Naturally, many choirs are entering their first competitive outing of the 2026 season, however some have competed already and are looking to either continue their success or in some cases, mark a turning point from a rougher first outing. Nonetheless, storylines will converge, and the Illinois circuit will hav

Illinois retains more than its fair share of national powerhouses heading into 2026 and will also see a handful of elite-caliber events within state lines.

Another incredibly deep lineup of choirs is set to take the stage in Chicagoland this year to round out their competition seasons.

By Ethan Parker, Founder Three regional experts considered 39 show choirs from the Land of Lincoln and voted 20 into the rankings across...

Three regional experts considered 39 show choirs and voted 20 into the rankings across three divisions. These are the results.

Choirs from everywhere will converge on Central Illinois this weekend for the Mt. Zion Midwest Invitational.

Three regional experts considered 39 show choirs from the Land of Lincoln and voted 20 into the rankings across three divisions.

Contenders from Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Alabama, and Mississippi will challenge for spots in two different finals rounds.

By Owen Miller, Illinois contributor Eight large mixed groups competed this past weekend at El Paso-Gridley, each searching for their...

Three regional experts considered 39 show choirs from the Land of Lincoln. These are the results.

El Paso-Gridley has historically been a competition for smaller schools to show off, along with occasional larger programs such as...

Three regional experts considered 39 show choirs from the Land of Lincoln and voted 20 in across three divisions. These are the results.

This weekend will begin what may considered a 'sprint' season for Illinois show choir in 2025.

Three Illinois experts rank 20 of the state's best show choirs. These are the results.

Photo: Nathan Ensley | Illinois show choir faces an identity crisis heading into the 2025 beyond.

33 groups are ranked: all of the state's varsity mixed groups, all of the state's single-gender groups, and 10 of the state's small groups.

So the Choral Classic and Showcase of Excellence are over. That's great. But where does everybody shake out after the dust settles?

Three Illinois experts rank 23 of the state's best choirs across three divisions. These are the results.

While the name may not say nationals, the prestige level is there. Every high school group competing is covered in-depth!

Three Illinois experts rank 23 of the state's best choirs across three divisions. These are the results.