ICCA. ICHSA. The Open.The real-life “Pitch Perfect”
We are Competitive A Cappella
The Varsity Vocals International Championship of Collegiate A Cappella (ICCA) and The Varsity Vocals International Championship of High School A Cappella (ICHSA) are the only global tournaments that showcase the art of student a cappella.
And our newest tournament, The International Championship of A Cappella Open (The Open) encourages singers to bring together groups of any age, experience or origin to form a cappella “dream teams.” By giving them a stage, our programs encourage young people to sing together throughout their lives.
Judging
We take pride in providing fair results and valuable feedback. Here's how we do it - judging criteria, panel selection, ethical considerations, special awards, and how you can get in the judge's seat.
Results
Keep up with all our winners here! Get official results for the ICCA, ICHSA, and The Open - up to the minute - as well as special awards. Search going all the way back to 1996.
The Gooding Cup
This is THE a cappella trophy. Every champion group since 1996 has its name engraved on the Gooding Cups, a symbol of innovation and excellence in a cappella.
Sponsors
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The ICCA is an unbelievable motivator, and the competition pushed me and my group to previously impossible heights. It’s where I first learned what excellence in live a cappella performance truly means. Not to mention that some of my current best friends are former ICCA competitors!
2022 ICCA Champions
Pitches & Notes, from the University of Wisconsin, are ICCA Champions for the first time ever.
2022 ICHSA Champions
SoundProof, from Kansas City, MO, were named ICHSA Champions for the first time in 2022.
2019 Open Champions
Spiderhorse, a vocal duo from New York City, are the champions of the 3rd ever A Cappella Open.
The ICCA was a big part of my college career at UCLA. It brought our group, the ScatterTones, closer together, it made us stronger singers, it provided undeniable work ethic, and it gave us the opportunity to travel together to compete as a unit. I think the best thing that the ICCA can teach students is the idea of teamwork and camaraderie.
Does your group have what it takes?
Each year is more exciting than the last, so be sure to apply early. Be sure to check out our rules & deadlines, and then audition and apply today!
