Contest 2024 was a whirlwind of activity and gratitude. We scored 1st place AA (midsize) division and 3rd place overall. Our journey could not have happened without MVA co-directors, Carol Smolenski and Sally Jeffery and our coaches throughout the year. Our coaching staff included Britt-Heléne Bonnedahl, Ryan Heller, Karen Sweeters, Kim Wonders, Diane Porsch and Jen Williams. Our Director’s Team and Music Team worked diligently refining changes both on paper and audio tracks - supporting MVA’s motto “We are nothing but flexible!"

During contest weekend’s quartet contest, Sally’s quartet Phoenix Rising achieved first place. And when we thought Sally could not get any more excited - she received Region 1’s Marge Bennett’s “In Her Footsteps” award. Sally wears her angel pin proudly!

MVA looks forward to representing Region 1 this fall for the Harmony Classic competition - based on our 2023 score for small chorus. The chorus has been growing and we now compete as a midsized chorus. From Springfield and Beyond!