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LIVE, LOVE, LAUGH..
& EAT PIZZA
TORI,
WE LOVE YOU
AND ARE SO PROUD
OF YOU!
Mom, Nikki, Gma & Gpa,
Sebi, Scoobi, Scrappi & Katniss
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Elizabeth Nicole Inman
From an adorable
little princess to a
beautiful dancing diva!
Enjoy your senior year
in Sullivan Singers!
You have made us proud and we love you!
Mom & Audrey
Best wishes to our
2014 Sullivan Singer Seniors!
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Christina Brown
Macy Cornwell
Justin Elder
Tori Floyd
Nicola Grohler
Travis Hanson
Liz Inman
Alex Love
Devin Mosier
Justine Risley
Griffin Sullivan
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Grant and Bryce, You are the music of our lives.
Thanks for blessing us with your talents daily.
You bring a sweet harmony to our lives.
Estamos muy orgullosos de ustedes.
Mom & Dad
You always make us proud,
Smile, Sing & Dance!
Kali.
Love You,
Dad & Mom
We love you,
Marc, Mom & Kaden
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You make us so proud, Caroline Adamson!
We love our beautiful girl,
Mom, John & Oliver
NICOLA ASHTYN GROHLER
Dance like no one is watching,
sing like no one is listening,
love like you’ve never been hurt,
and live life every day as if it
were your last!
We are so proud of you!
Love,
Mom, Dad & Justin
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Sam ,
Music can change
the world, because it
can change people.
- Bono
You make us proud!
Love,
Mom, Sydni & Gram
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Connie Mulligan
Director of Choral Music
Connie Mulligan is a graduate of Eastern Illinois University where she
received a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education. Ms. Mulligan has been
teaching vocal/choral music for over 20 years. She is in her fourth year as the
vocal director in the Sullivan School District. Ms. Mulligan directs the Sullivan
Singers show choir program which has a strong tradition of success, as well as
directing and choreographing the annual high school musical theatre
production.
Ms. Mulligan is a member of Illinois Music Educators Association and
continues to serve as an adjudicator for various competitions, camps and
festivals, both regionally and nationally. Ms. Mulligan served as a co-director
for the FAME All Stars who traveled abroad for two consecutive years to
England, France and Italy. Aside from teaching, she is the owner of Prilla,
Sullivan’s local formal wear store. Connie also makes time to perform in productions Sullivan’s Little
Theatre on the Square, where she was thrilled to recently share the stage with her two children, Samual and
Sydni.
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REDEFINING COMPETITION STANDARDS
HOSTING TODAY
Sullivan Middle School “Singers Jr.”
Directed by: Connie Mulligan
Choreographed by: Connie Mulligan, Garrett Griffin, Samual Mulligan, Brody Elder & Christina Brown
Sullivan’s Singers Jr. is comprised of 43 singer/dancers and a combo of ten instrumentalists. In the 2014 competition
season, Singers Jr. will be competing at Mt. Zion, Danville, El Paso-Gridley, Chatham Glenwood, and Watseka. The
Singers Jr. are also involved in the Fall Musical at Sullivan High School. This year, they were featured in this year’s
production of Catch Me If You Can.
Last year, Singers Jr. was named Grand Champions at Mt. Zion receiving Best Vocals; 2nd Runner-Up at Danville, 1st
Runner-Up at Troy Buchanan; and Grand Champions at Springfield and Herscher, where they also received Best
Vocals and Best Choreography. Singers Jr. is proud to host tonight’s competition and wishes all the groups the best of
luck!
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Ciara Anderson
Mishayla Barton
Jordan Basset
Hannah Binnion
Alaya Bolin
Savana Brewer
Laine Cameron
Natalie Chance
Maddie Dickens
Emilee Elder
Ally Elzy
Renee Frazier
Lizzie Green
Nikki Harlin
Sydney Huckstep
Abigail Hussong
Cam Kesterson
Grace Marlow
AJ McPheeters
Macey Nashland
Ethan Neville
Jadon Nuzzo
Allie O’Neill
Josie Orris
Zoe Ray
Lexus Rockwood
Dalton Rogers
Bailey Root
Aryn Rousser
Emily Saravia
Hannah Schlieker
Mya Stidham
Gavin Sullivan
Tori Sutton
Keeley Tate
Dominique Voegel
Maddie Wall
Karsyn West
Jacob White
Anna Winkowski
HOSTING TODAY
Sullivan High School “Sullivan Singers”
Directed by: Connie Mulligan
Choreographed by: Jarod Voss & Tori Burns
Our final performance this evening will be your Sullivan High School Sullivan Singers! The Singers is comprised of a
talented group of 53 singer/dancers, which is 20% of the student body. In addition to their competition show, Singers also
puts on a musical theater production in the Fall and a Dinner Theatre show in the Spring. Last year, Singers was 4th
Runner-Up at Danville, 3rd Runner-Up at Crete-Monee, 2nd Runner-Up at Troy-Buchanan, and Grand Champions
at Herscher. They received several caption awards including best soloist, costuming, choreography, and vocals.
Additionally, Singers placed 2nd Runner-Up at FAME Chicago and qualified for the National Show Choir
Championships.
The Sullivan Singers’ 2014 competition season began with performances at the Mt. Zion, Troy-Buchanan, and El PasoGridley, and Chatham Glenwood invitationals. They will complete their season with a performances at the Watseka’s
invitational. The Sullivan Singers are proud to host today’s groups and wishes them a successful competition season!
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Lily Bales
Liam Bechtold
Travis Board
Taylor Booker
Dani Boyer
Christina Brown
Tristan Carroll
Dakota Clayton
Macy Cornwell
Kiersten Creek
Josh Davis
River Edwards
Brody Elder
Justin Elder
Tatum Ellis
Abby Elzy
Hayden Elzy
Charlie Emel
Tori Floyd
Kali Forsyth
Cassie Freese
Nicola Grohler
Travis Hanson
Liz Inman
Shelby Jent
Cody Johnson
Maddie Keller
Bryce King
Grant King
Dyllan Liddiard
Alex Love
Alyssa Marshall
Alex Menke
Allison Miller
Devin Mosier
Sam Mulligan
Jocelyn Nashland
Cadisen Nuzzo
Carlin Nuzzo
Justine Risley
Kaitlyn Russell
Austin Schmohe
Matthew Sparrow
Griffin Sullivan
Cassie Weber
Jed Wheeler
Tyler Whetsell
Abigail Williams
Stage Grew
Dee Mack
Tristan Menard
Kaylee Siere
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Justine,
We have enjoyed watching you perform ever since you
were a little girl. YouÊve always kept us entertained.
We couldnÊt be more proud of you!
We know you will continue to
make us proud in everything
you do!
Love you so much,
Mom & Megan
ALSO HOSTING TODAY
Sullivan
Combo
Kelly Sullivan, Accompanist
Michael Eckardt
Mark Rheaume
Evan Fowler
Jake Schlick
Patti Johnson
Tyler Seawood
Tony Piecuch
Kevin Sesko
SPECIAL PERFORMANCE BY
Sullivan Community
CHILDREN’S CHOIR
Directed By:
KATIE TIPPIT
The Sullivan Children’s Choir is a 57 voice auditioned choir comprised of fourth and fifth grade students. The
choir performs throughout the year for school and community events. Last December, the choir performed at
the Moultrie County Senior Center and at Courtyard Estates of Sullivan. This spring, the choir will perform at
the Spring Concert and IESA Organizational Contest. They will also be singing “Take Me Out to the Ballgame”
at Opening Day for the Gateway Grizzlies.
The Children’s Choir would like to thank Ms. Mulligan and the Sullivan Show Choirs Boosters for inviting us to
perform for you tonight.
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Macy,
We are so proud of you
and always will be. We
can’t wait to see you rock
that stage at your very
last invitational!
Give it all you got!
Love, Mom & Dad
Good Luck Emily S!
We love you and
are very proud of you.
Love, Mom & Dad
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TYLER
Thank you for all the musical and magical
moments. We are so proud of you for always going
above and beyond and being a shining example for God and everyone
around you. God blessed you with the talent of performing on stage; you
have captivated your audience through song and dance. Work hard and
keep lighting up the stage with that awesome smile.
Love,
Mom, Dad, Dalton and Cooper
The Lord is my strength and my song; He has become my salvation. (Psalm 118:14)
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JUNIOR HIGH DIVISION
El Paso
Paso-Gridley JHS
CRESCENDO
Directed By:
MARNEY WHITE & THAYRE MELICK
Choreographed By:
ALLIE PARADIES, MARILEE WENGER,
& HANNAH KAUPP
This is the third year for the Crescendo ladies and they are excited about their show! 17 young ladies from
EPGJH comprise this energetic group! The show today consists of: Saturday in the Park, Summer in the City,
Learn Me Right, and Walkin’ on Sunshine. Crescendo is accompanied by a combo of two and work with a crew
of three.
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Paso-Gridley JHS
El Paso
DYNAMICS
Directed By:
JOHN SHAFFER
Choreographed By:
MICHAEL TALAMONTI
48 students from El Paso-Gridley Junior High make up this year’s Dynamics. Almost all of the Dynamics
participate in other activities such as track, volleyball, basketball, baseball, softball, or cross country.
Dynamics will compete in Springfield, Manteno, Sullivan, and Watseka this year, as well as hosting their 5th
annual EPG Show Choir Invitational. Dynamics are very excited about competing again this year and look to
build on their tradition of success.
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JUNIOR HIGH DIVISION
Glenn Raymond MS
THE GRS SINGERS
Directed By:
JESSICA FEHLAND
The GRS Singers are an awesome group of 7th and 8th graders from Glenn Raymond School in Watseka, IL.
They practice once or twice a week, and many of them are involved in other activities such as basketball,
volleyball, math team, cheerleading, and Science Olympiad. This year the GRS Singers will compete at the El
Paso-Gridley Invitational, the Sullivan Invitational, as well as hosting their own competition in Watseka on
March 14th. The GRS Singers would like to wish good luck to all of the other talented middle school groups!
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Johns Hill Magnet
XPERIENCE!
Directed By:
HEATHER PISTORIUS
Choreographed By:
SETH DURBIN
Johns Hill Magnet School Xperience! is made up of 27 auditioned singers and dancers. Their rich tradition of
performance excellence is something the performers display proudly every time they take the stage. This year
they will be competing at Mt. Zion, Danville, Chatham-Glenwood and Sullivan.
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JUNIOR HIGH DIVISION
MANTENO MS
GRAND PAWS
Directed By:
SEAN HOFFMAN
Choreographed By:
MICHAEL TALAMONTI
Grand Paws is so excited to be here to perform for you today. Grand Paws is composed of 60 singer/dancers
selected from Manteno Middle School’s 7th Grade and 8th Grade choirs. With a combo of 11 and 4 support crew
members, all students involved are to participate in at least one performing ensemble at Manteno Middle
School. This year’s Grand Paws show is entitled “Grand Paws - On Stage”. This year, Grand Paws will be
performing at El-Paso Gridley, Chicagoland Showcase, Sullivan, Watseka, and the Herscher Swing and Sing,
as well as hosting their own competition, “The Main Event”.
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North Ridge MS
RADIANT REDS
Directed By:
JENNIFER & DAVID WOODROW
Choreographed By:
CHRISTY CHITWOOD MCKINNON &
MERRIT SPICER
Radiant Reds are the female show choir representing the North Ridge Music Department. Formed in 2005 in
response to the overwhelming interest in the show choir program, this group frequently performs in contests
and throughout their community. These 32 singer/dancers, from 6th through 8th grade, compete in 2-3 show
choir contests each year. They have been named Unisex Champions several times in the recent past. Radiant
Reds are excited to perform for you tonight!
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JUNIOR HIGH DIVISION
North Ridge MS
REDCOATS
Directed By:
JENNIFER & DAVID WOODROW
Choreographed By:
KEVIN BREAZEALE
Redcoats are the premiere performing ensemble at North Ridge Middle School in Danville, IL. Composed of
41 singer/dancers from 6th through 8th grades, Redcoats have been named Grand Champions at many
competitions across the Midwest. Redcoats celebrated an undefeated season in 2013. This year, they will
compete at Mt. Zion, El Paso-Gridley, Chatham Glenwood, and Sullivan.
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South View MS
ENCORE
Directed By:
BRENNA SEE
Choreographed By:
BRENNA SEE
ENCORE is a middle school show choir from South View Middle School in Danville, Illinois. This group is
made up of 6th through 8th grade students who participate in several other extra-curricular activities like
basketball, volleyball, softball, track, cheerleading, and Scholastic Bowl. ENCORE is proud of how much they
have grown throughout the past three seasons. Two years ago, ENCORE was made up of 14 members. This
year, ENCORE is proud to say they are made up of 46 singer/dancers. ENCORE would like to thank all of
their supporters and hope that their show makes you want to get on your feet and dance with them!
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JUNIOR HIGH DIVISION
Troy MS
TONALITONALI-T
Directed By:
MEGHAN PIEPER & JESSE DIAZ
Choreographed By:
ANNE CHAPMAN
& MICHAEL TALAMONTI
Tonali-T is a 44-member auditioned show choir for seventh and eighth grade students at Troy Middle School
in Troy, Missouri. This award-winning ensemble consistently competes across the Midwest. This year Tonali-T
will travel to the Milton Invitational, Pleasant Hill Battle of the Best, and Sullivan Invitational, as well as
performing at the Troy Buchanan High School Invitational. Tonali-T would like to thank their hosts and wishes
the best of luck to today’s performers!
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The Sullivan Show Choirs Boosters would like to
thank the hundreds of students, parents, volunteers and
community supporters who have ensured the success
and growth of the Singers Invitational!
Thank you for your time, support and commitment!
No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. - Aesop
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FRIDAY — GYMNASIUM
School
Warm-Up
Perform
Exhibition - SULLIVAN CHILDREN'S CHOIR
5:00 PM
5:30 PM
South View "ENCORE"
5:25 PM
5:55 PM
El Paso-Gridley "Crescendo"
5:50 PM
6:20 PM
North Ridge "Radiant Reds"
6:15 PM
6:45 PM
Glenn Raymond "The GRS Singers"
6:40 PM
7:10 PM
EVENING BREAK
7:35 - 7:50
Manteno "Grand Paws"
7:20 PM
7:50 PM
Johns Hill "Xperience!"
7:45 PM
8:15 PM
North Ridge "Redcoats"
8:10 PM
8:40 PM
El Paso-Gridley "Dynamics"
8:35 PM
9:05 PM
Troy "Tonali-T"
9:00 PM
9:30 PM
Exhibition - SULLIVAN SINGERS JR.
9:30 AM
10:00 PM
CHAMPIONSHIP AWARDS 10:30 PM
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SATURDAY — MEDIA CENTER
School
Warm-Up
Perform
Ben Davis High School - Soloists #1 & #2
9:25 AM
9:50 AM
Ben Davis High School - Soloists #3 & #4
9:45 AM
10:10 AM
Southeast High School - Soloists #1 & #2
10:05 AM
10:30 AM
Watseka Community High School - Soloists #1 & #2
10:35 AM
11:00 AM
Pekin Community High School - Soloists #1 & #2
11:05 AM
11:30 AM
LUNCH BREAK 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Manteno High School - Soloists #1 & #2
12:35 PM
1:00 PM
Danville High School - Soloists #1 & #2
1:05 PM
1:30 PM
Danville High School - Soloists #3 & #4
1:25 PM
1:50 PM
Hoopeston High School - Soloists #1 & #2
1:55 PM
2:20 PM
AFTERNOON BREAK 2:40 - 3:25 PM
Center Grove High School - Soloists #1 & #2
3:00 PM
3:25 PM
Troy-Buchanan High School - Soloists #1 & #2
3:30 PM
3:55 PM
Alan B. Shepard High School - Soloists #1 & #2
4:00 PM
4:25 PM
Alan B. Shepard High School - Soloists #3 & #4
4:20 PM
4:45 PM
H.L. Richards High School - Soloists #1 & #2
4:50 PM
5:15 PM
SATURDAY — GYMNASIUM
Division
School
Warm-Up
Perform
W
Center Grove "Debtones"
8:55 AM
9:30 AM
W
El Paso-Gridley "Hi Fidelity"
9:25 AM
10:00 AM
W
Danville "Contemporaires"
9:55 AM
10:30 AM
CC
Ben Davis "Purple-Aires"
10:50 AM
11:10 AM
CC
Center Grove "CG Singers"
11:05 AM
11:25 AM
CC
Danville "Madrigal Singers"
11:20 AM
11:40 AM
LUNCH BREAK 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
P
Center Grove "Surround Sound"
12:10 PM
12:45 PM
P
Troy-Buchanan "Soundwaves"
12:40 PM
1:15 PM
P
Watseka "Sensations"
1:10 PM
1:45 PM
W
Ben Davis "Sounds"
1:40 PM
2:15 PM
AFTERNOON BREAK 2:45 - 3:00
P
Southeast "Sensations"
2:25 PM
3:00 PM
C
Pekin Community "Noteables"
2:55 PM
3:30 PM
P
H.L. Richards "Encore"
3:25 PM
4:00 PM
C
Manteno "Magic"
3:55 PM
4:30 PM
P
Hoopeston Area "New Direction"
4:25 PM
5:00 PM
DINNER BREAK 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
PREP DIVISION AWARDS 5:55 PM
C
Danville "Delegation"
5:40 PM
6:15 PM
C
Center Grove "CG Sound System"
6:10 PM
6:45 PM
C
Ben Davis "Premiers"
6:40 PM
7:15 PM
C
Alan B. Shepard "NOVA"
7:10 PM
7:45 PM
C
El Paso-Gridley "Modulations"
7:40 PM
8:15 PM
C
Troy-Buchanan "Express"
8:10 PM
8:45 PM
8:40 PM
9:15 PM
Exhibition - SULLIVAN "SULLIVAN SINGERS"
CHAMPIONSHIP AWARDS 9:45 PM
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ADJUDICATORS
BRANDON HAHS
Senior High Soloist Division
Brandon Hahs was a founding member of his Collegiate show choir at Truman State University.
He spent three seasons with the Decatur Park Singers, three seasons with Six Flags Over
Mid-America and produced shows for Six Flags and several other major theme parks during his
time in Dallas, Texas with Mark Brymer and WOW! Entertainment.
Currently, Mr. Hahs is a Worship Leader, Professional Vocal Coach and Professional
Voice-Over artist located in St. Louis, MO. He has been using his voice and singing for as long
as he can remember, and for 37 years, his voice did exactly what he needed it to do when he
needed it to do it! But that all changed when a bout of Bronchitis, Laryngitis, and a diagnosis of
Silent Acid Reflux took his voice completely.
After several months of studying with local Vocal Therapists and Coaches in the St. Louis area, nothing was helping and
nothing was changing. Enter Brett Manning, the creator of the incredibly successful Singing Success program. After just
two sessions with Brett things began to change, and the rest is history.
Mr. Hahs’ main goal for his students is for them to experience the same freedom, range, control, style and passion that
he has experienced during his time of study with Brett and his Master Associates, in Nashville, TN. As the only fully
Certified Brett Manning Associate Coach in the states of Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana, he is extremely excited to be here
with you today.
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CYNDI JOHNSON
Senior High Show Choir Division
Cyndi Johnson, a cum laude graduate received her Bachelor of Music Education degree from
Millikin University. Her teaching career began in Arthur, Illinois, teaching vocal music to
Kindergarten through Twelfth graders and directing the Arthur show choirs for two years. She
served for three years as the assistant director for the award-winning Mt. Zion Show Choirs, as
well as vocal director for the “Decatur Park Singers” and has been on staff for Eastern University
Show Choir Camp.
Mrs . Johnson is sought out as an adjudicator and clinician for various Illinois State music festivals
and show choir invitationals. Mrs. Johnson currently continues the tradition of excellence in the Mt.
Zion School District teaching first through third grade general music and producing
elementary musicals. She is in her third season as the director for the Greater Decatur Chorale in
Decatur, Illinois, directs her church choir, and produces several Cantatas and special features throughout the year.
Her love of music is shared with her husband Kevin, and children Nate, Gabe and Isaiah. Mrs. Johnson is pleased to
be a part of the judging panel for today’s competition.
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ADJUDICATORS
MARK LINDVAHL
Senior High Show Choir Division
Mark Lindvahl is a retired public school band director/principal of thirty-four years. Mr. Lindvahl
is currently the Director of Music for the Saint James United Methodist Church in Danville, IL.
Originally from Taylorville, Illinois, Mr. Lindvahl received a Bachelors Degree in Music Education
from Eastern Illinois University, where he studied trumpet with Harold Hillyer. His graduate
degree is also from Eastern Illinois University in Educational Administration.
Mr. Lindvahl taught instrumental music in Highland, IN, Sullivan, IL, Hoopeston, IL and
Danville, IL. The last five years of his career saw him as an assistant principal at Danville High
School and an elementary school principal at Edison Elementary School in Danville. Currently
Mr. Lindvahl directs the choirs, hand bells, and orchestra at Saint James United Methodist
Church.
Mr. Lindvahl has been a guest conductor, clinician, and adjudicator. He has conducted various District Jazz Bands and
concert band festivals in Illinois. Mr. Lindvahl has been an adjudicator of marching, jazz, concert, and show choir festivals
and was on the staff for the EIU Summer Jazz Camp for over 20 years. He enjoys playing trumpet in the community and
plays principal trumpet in the Danville Municipal Band and also plays in the jazz/pop ensemble “Doc Ashton and the
Root Canals”.
Mr. Lindvahl has been married for thirty-five years to Marty Lindvahl. They have two children and six grandchildren. He
enjoys playing golf in league play and tournaments.
MARTY LINDVAHL
Junior & Senior High Show Choir Divisions
Marty Lindvahl is a native of Rantoul, Illinois and a 1978 graduate of Eastern Illinois University
with a Bachelor's Degree in Music Education. Her successful thirty-four year teaching career
has included years in northwest Indiana, Bethany, Illinois, and the Hoopeston Area Schools.
Mrs. Lindvahl is in her third year of retirement after teaching her last nine years at Danville
High School. She was on staff at EIU Show Choir Camps and has been a Show Choir, IHSA,
IESA and IGSMA contest adjudicator for over thirty years. She is a member of Illinois Music
Educators Association. Mrs. Lindvahl keeps very busy in the winter with show choir
adjudication and clinics around the Midwest.
Mrs. Lindvahl has been married for thirty-five years to Mark Lindvahl, who retired after
teaching instrumental music and administration for thirty-four years. The Lindvahl’s enjoy
spending time with their son, daughter, and six grandchildren!
Mrs. Lindvahl enjoys performing in her surrounding community for events and is a vocalist with a popular jazz/pop
group in Danville. She serves as the Children’s Music Director at her church and is very active with the church’s
monthly food pantry. Mrs. Lindvahl also plays in the Danville Municipal Band and the church orchestra. Mrs. Lindvahl
has served as musical director and performer in Danville Light Opera’s recent productions of “Rent” and “Promises,
Promises.” In her free time she loves to garden, craft and cross stitch.
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ADJUDICATORS
JUSTIN SANDS
Junior & Senior High Show Choir Divisions
Justin Sands is the Director of Choirs at Prairie Central High School in Cedar Rapids, Iowa,
where he joined the music faculty in 2011. He serves as the co-director of Prairie’s Concert
Choir, Concert Chorale, and Chamber Choir. He also directs The Ambassadors and Focal
Point, the show choirs at Prairie Central High School. Additionally, Mr. Sands serves as the
music director for the school’s annual musical theatre production.
Mr. Sands received his bachelor’s degree in vocal music from Luther College in Decorah,
Iowa, and a Masters of Music Education degree from VanderCook College of Music in
Chicago. He previously taught at Kennedy High School, also in Cedar Rapids. In 2013, Mr.
Sands was named “Best New Director” as part of FAME’s Aspire Awards. His wife, Meghan,
and son, August, are the joys of his life.
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JOHN STEPHENS
Senior High Show Choir Division
Mr. Stephens was appointed to the position of Executive Director on October 21, 2008 after
spending 3 seasons as Director of Marketing for The Little Theatre On The Square. Mr.
Stephens spent 10 years with The Decatur Park Singers serving as Road Manager and the
Director of The Decatur Young Park Singers. From 2001 until 2006, he taught at St. James
Catholic School in Decatur, IL and served as head choreographer for the Lincoln College
Express in Lincoln, IL during that time as well.
Mr. Stephens was born and raised in Glasford, IL and graduated from Lincoln College with his
Associates degree and attended Millikin University majoring in Vocal Music Education. His
passion for theatre started at a young age as the Ringmaster in the Illini Bluffs First Grade
Circus program (the only speaking role in the entire show) and has grown from there. If you
look really close, you might catch him on stage from time to time. Mr. Stephens was last seen as Melvin P. Thorpe in The
Best Little Whorehouse In Texas, and Reuben, one of the brothers in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor
Dreamcoat. He is a frequent soloist at area churches and most recently performed as the guest artist for the 2011
Greater Decatur Chorale.
Mr. Stephens currently resides in Sullivan and owns and operates Asotria, a local business specializing in handmade
soaps and lotions, with his partner, Timmy Valentine.
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9.5
9.0
YOU BE THE JUDGE
VOCAL (50)
South View “ENCORE”
El Paso-Gridley “Crescendo”
North Ridge “Radiant Reds”
Glenn Raymond “The GRS Singers”
Manteno “Grad Paws”
Johns Hill “Xperience!
North Ridge “Redcoats”
El Paso-Gridley “Dynamics
Troy “Tonali-T”
SULLIVAN "SINGERS JR."
Center Grove “Debtones”
El Paso-Gridley “Hi Fidelity”
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Danville “Contemporaires”
Center Grove “Surround Sound”
Troy-Buchanan “Soundwaves”
Watseka “Sensations”
Ben Davis “Sounds”
Southeast “Sensations”
Pekin Community “Noteables”
H.L. Richards “Encore”
Manteno “Magic”
Hoopeston Area “New Direction”
Danville “Delegation”
Center Grove “CG Sound System”
Ben Davis “Premiers”
Alan B. Shepard “NOVA”
El Paso-Gridley “Modulations
Troy-Buchanan “Express”
SULLIVAN "SULLIVAN SINGERS"
VISUAL (40)
GEN FX (10)
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TOTAL (100)
ADJUDICATORS
JARAD VOSS
Junior High Show Choir Division
Jarad Voss is currently based out of Indianapolis, Indiana. A graduate of the University of
Wisconsin and alumni of the Wisconsin Singers, Mr. Voss has been professionally
choreographing and teaching since 2004. Most of his year includes creating, staging,
instructing, and motivating high school kids through competitive show choir. The creation of
friendships and the unique ability to bring together a community are the foundations of his
commitment to kids and schools.
Instruction at non-competitive festivals include: Show Choir Camps of America Illinois, Show
Choir Camps of America Ohio, University of Nebraska Show Choir Camp, Mt Shasta Show
Choir Camp, Shell Lake Show Choir Camp, Show Choir Camp Europe, Southern Experience
Show Choir Camp, Alabama All State Show Choir, Mississippi All State Show Choir, Arizona All
State Show Choir, Bay State Festival, and Hal Leonard Joy of Singing workshops. Mr. Voss would
like to thank Paul Gulsvig, Dwight Jordan, Kye Brackett, and Robin Whitty for teaching him more
than music.
COMPETITION AWARDS
JUNIOR HIGH DIVISION
CONCERT CHOIR DIVISION
Grand Champion
First Runner-Up
Second Runner-Up
Outstanding Music
Outstanding Visual
Outstanding Costuming
Outstanding Male & Female Soloists
Grand Champion
WOMEN’S DIVISION
Grand Champion
First Runner-Up
Second Runner-Up
Outstanding Music
Outstanding Visual
Outstanding Female Soloists
HIGH SCHOOL (OVERALL)
Outstanding Costuming
Outstanding Instrumental
Outstanding Tech Crew
SOLOIST DIVISION
Grand Champion Male Soloist
Grand Champion Female Soloist
PREP DIVISION
Grand Champion
First Runner-Up
Second Runner-Up
Outstanding Music
Outstanding Visual
Outstanding Male & Female Soloists
CHAMPIONSHIP DIVISION
Grand Champion
First Runner-Up
Second Runner-Up
Outstanding Music
Outstanding Visual
Outstanding Male & Female Soloists
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Ben Davis High School
SOUNDS
Directed By:
HERSEL CREMEANS
Choreographed By:
JARAD VOSS
The Ben Davis Sounds are an elite concert/show choir. They are accompanied by the “Show Band” under the
direction of Eric Park. Sounds were named the 2013 ISSMA State Show Choir Champions. This year, Sounds
will be competing at Pike, Crete Monee, East Noble, Sullivan, and Lawrence Central.
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Center Grove High School
DEBTONES
Directed By:
JARED NORMAN
Choreographed By:
ANDY HAINES
Founded in 1963 by Judith A. Meeks, Debtones have a reputation as being one of the finest, trend-setting, and
highest achieving women’s ensembles in the country. This group has been named Grand Champions in
numerous competitions throughout the Midwest. In 2011, Debtones earned the title of Grand Champion
Unisex choir at FAME Nationals. Debtones are proud to represent their school and the city of Greenwood as
they work to provide consistent excellence and timeless entertainment to audiences across the country.
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WOMEN’S DIVISION
Danville High School
CONTEMPORAIRES
Directed By:
ADAM JOHNSON
Choreographed By:
DAMON BROWN
& MICHAEL WEAVER
Contemporaires is comprised of 44 singers/dancers, an 11-member combo, and a stage crew of ten. Last year,
Contemporaires won Grand Champions at Mt Zion, El Paso-Gridley, and Glenwood. They also traveled to
FAME Hollywood where they were awarded Second Runner-Up. This year, Contemporaires will be
competing at Ben Davis (IN), El Paso-Gridley (IL), Glenwood (IL), Sullivan (IL), and Lawrence Central (IN).
Contemporaires looks forward to seeing how everybody's hard work pays off and wishes everyone the best of
luck on their competition seasons this year.
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Paso-Gridley High School
HI FIDELITY
Directed By:
JOHN SHAFFER
Choreographed By:
MICHAEL TALAMONTI
& HEATH GEMAR
Hi Fidelity is comprised of 49 young ladies that love to sing and dance. The Hi Fidelity ladies will be competing
Burlington, Springfield, West Liberty, Manteno, Central Lee, Sullivan, and Watseka this year, as well as playing
the role of host at their 5th Annual EPG Show Choir Invitational. Hi Fidelity is accompanied by a combo of 11
instrumentalists and uses a stage crew of nine. The ladies of Hi Fidelity are excited to be performing today and
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PREP DIVISION
Center Grove High School
SURROUND SOUND
Directed By:
JENNIFER DICE
Choreographed By:
MARTY DEMOTT
& KENNY SHEPHERD
Surround Sound is a mixed junior-varsity ensemble of 29 singer/dancers from Greenwod, IN. The group has
been names Grand Champions in the small group division at many competitions over the past few years.
Surround Sound is proud to represent their school and the city of Greenwood as they work hard to provide
consistent excellence and timeless entertainment to audiences across the country.
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H.L. Richards High School
ENCORE
Directed By:
JOSHUA HAMMANN
Assisted By:
PETER BROMANN
Choreographed By:
MICHAEL TALAMONTI
Encore from H.L Richards High School is an extracurricular ensemble that rehearses one evening a week
during the fall semester and twice a week starting in January. It is comprised of 34 singer/dancers, ranging
from freshman to seniors. This season, Encore will compete at Danville’s “Midwest Classic”, Manteno’s “Main
Event”, Sullivan’s “Singers Invitational”, and Herscher’s “Swing and Sing”.
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PREP DIVISION
Hoopeston Area High School
NEW DIRECTION
Directed By:
ROCHELLE MORGESON
New Direction is made up of 39 members, including combo and crew. This group meets twice a week in the
morning as an extra-curricular activity. This season, New Direction is taking you back to the 80’s with classic
hits from movies like “St. Elmo’s Fire”, “Top Gun”, and “Footloose”. New Direction wishes all the groups
performing a successful season and great year!
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Southeast High School
SENSATIONS
Directed By:
TIFFANY WILLIAMS
Choreographed By:
TIFFANY WILLIAMS
Sensations is the premier performance group at Southeast High School in Springfield, IL. Comprised of thirtytwo singer/dancers, eight musicians, and eight crew members, Sensations enjoys performing for all audiences,
young and old, as they present entertaining shows that will make you tap your toes. In recent years, the group
has won awards at various Music in the Parks festivals and performed on-stage at Downtown Disney in
Orlando. This year, Sensations will compete at El Paso-Gridley, Sullivan, and Chatham. The highlight of the
year will be a performance at the Heritage Music Festival in New York City. Sensations are proud to represent
the Capital City and wish all of today’s participants good luck!
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PREP DIVISION
TroyTroy-Buchanan High School
SOUNDWAVE
Directed By:
ANDREW DRINKALL & JESSE DIAZ
Choreographed By:
ANNE CHAPMAN
& MICHAEL TALAMONTI
Soundwave is the prep show choir from Troy Buchanan High School in Troy, MO. The group is comprised of 40
singer/dancers and they are accompanied by 10 instrumentalists. Through the years, Soundwave has
consistently placed at the top of their class, winning many different awards in the Prep Division. In 2014, they
will compete at Milton, WI, Pleasant Hill, MO, Belmont University in Nashville, TN and Sullivan, IL.
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Watseka Comm. High School
SENSATIONS
Directed By:
JESSICA FEHLAND
Choreographed By:
JENNIFER TONEY & AMBER GUNTHER
Sensations is an auditioned group of 48 singer/dancers from an enrollment of 350 students. They are
supported by a combo of 8 members and 10 stage crew. The show choir is an extra-curricular activity, and all
singers are required to participate in the concert choir. Under new leadership for the past three years,
Sensations have increased their number of participants and enhanced their look and style. Sensations placed 1st
Runner-Up at the Mt. Zion Invitational last year. This year they will be competing at Danville, Manteno, El
Paso-Gridley, Glenwood, and Sullivan. Sensations will also host the 36th Annual Watseka Show Choir
Invitational on March 14 and 15 at Watseka High School. We hope you enjoy this year’s show, Tragedy and
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CHAMPIONSHIP DIVISION
Alan B Shepard High School
NOVA
Directed By:
MICHAEL FALLON
Choreographed By:
MICHAEL TALAMONTI & ANDREA COLLIER
From Alan B. Shepard High School in Palos Heights, Illinois, NOVA is one of many feature ensembles in an
award-winning, diverse and active music program. Entering their 15th year as a competition ensemble,
NOVA is honored to be among the numerous outstanding groups at today’s contest and wishes everyone the
best! The 2014 edition of NOVA is comprised of 30 singer/dancers, a 12-piece combo, and a crew of 8. This
year’s show features music on the “spooky” side, but is meant to solicit a chuckle not a shriek. NOVA is glad
to be returning to be a part of Sullivan’s long-running contest tradition!
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Ben Davis High School
PREMIERS
Directed By:
HERSEL CREMEANS
Choreographed By:
JARAD VOSS & VICTORIA BURNS
The Ben Davis Premiers are an elite concert/show choir. They are accompanied by the “Show Band” under the
direction of Eric Park. This year, Premiers will be competing at Pike, Crete Monee, East Noble, Sullivan, and
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Center Grove High School
CG SOUND SYSTEM
Directed By:
JENNIFER DICE
Choreographed By:
ANDY HAINES
CG Sound System has been in existence for twenty-seven years and in that time has built a reputation of
one of the nation’s top choirs. Since competing for the first time in 1982, the group has been named Grand
Champion Show Choir at regional and national competitions numerous times. Included in those wins are
SHOWSTOPPERS National Show Choir Competition (Chicago 1991; Orlando 1995, 2004, 2005, 2007; New
York City 2003, 2006) and FAME (Orlando 2008; Chicago 2009; Branson 2011). In addition, CG Sound
System was the Honors Choir for the first-ever Orlando SHOWSTOPPERS.
Danville High School
DELEGATION
Directed By:
ADAM JOHNSON
Choreographed By:
MICHAEL WEAVER
Delegation is comprised of 46 singers/dancers, an 11-member combo, and a stage crew of twelve. Last year,
Delegation won Grand Champions at El Paso-Gridley and Glenwood. They also traveled to FAME
Hollywood, where they were awarded Second Runner-Up. This year, Delegation will be competing at Ben
Davis (IN), El Paso-Gridley (IL), Glenwood (IL), Sullivan (IL), and Lawrence Central (IN). Delegation looks
forward to seeing how everybody's hard work pays off and wishes everyone the best of luck on their
competition seasons this year.
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Paso-Gridley High School
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MODULATIONS
Directed By:
JOHN SHAFFER
Choreographed By:
HEATH GEMAR &
MICHAEL TALAMONTI
Modulations consist of 53 dedicated singer/dancers who love to compete in the show choir world.
Modulations will be traveling to Burlington, Springfield, West Liberty, Manteno, Central Lee, Sullivan, and
Watseka this year, as well as playing the host role at their 5th Annual EPG Show Choir Invitational. The
students in this group are very active in other school activities inside and outside of the school setting.
Modulations are accompanied by a combo of 11 instrumentalists and work with a crew of nine.
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Manteno High School
MAGIC
Directed By:
SEAN HOFFMANN
Choreographed By:
MICHAEL TALAMONTI
Magic is in its 28th year of competition. All 60 singer/dancers, 14 combo members, and 8 support crew
members participate in at least one performing ensemble at Manteno High School. This year’s Magic show is
entitled “Never Lookin’ Back”. This season, Magic will be performing at Milton, Davenport’s “Big Dance”, Troy,
El Paso-Gridley, Chicagoland Showcase, Sullivan, and the Herscher Swing and Sing, as well as hosting their
own competition, “The Main Event”.
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CHAMPIONSHIP DIVISION
Pekin Comm. High School
NOTEABLES
Directed By:
KALEIGH CHRIST
Choreographed By:
HEATH GEMAR & ALEX HALL
Noteables is an auditioned group made up of 48 singers/dancers, 12 combo members and a crew of 14. This
devoted and enthusiastic group of students dedicates their time to show choir as an extracurricular activity rehearsing two evenings a week, with rehearsal marathons throughout the season. Noteables have received
recognition in the past for their outstanding sound, show design, choreography, and outstanding combo. After
all of their preparation this fall, their teamwork and dedication to each other will pay off as they travel to
compete at Mt. Zion, Danville, O’Fallon, El Paso-Gridley, Fairfield, OH, Sullivan, and Herscher. Notables is
thankful for the opportunity to perform today and SO excited to share their light with you! Noteables wishes
everyone an inspiring and uplifting season in 2014!
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-Buchanan High School
EXPRESS
Directed By:
ANDREW DRINKALL & JESSE DIAZ
Choreographed By:
CHAD ALEXANDER, STEPHEN TODD,
& MICHAEL TALAMONTI
Express is the varsity show choir from Troy Buchanan High School in Troy, MO. The group is comprised of 46
singer/dancers and they are accompanied by 10 instrumentalists. Through the years, Express has been a
consistent finalist in show choir competitions across the nation and they have won several caption awards
along the way as well. In 2014, Express will compete at Milton, WI, Pleasant Hill, MO, Belmont University in
Nashville, TN and Sullivan, IL.
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