Six Finalists Are Closer To $500 Grand Prize of A Cappella & Unplugged

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa., June 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Franklin County Visitors Bureau is excited to announce the completion of Round 1 of the 2026 A Cappella & Unplugged music competition. Seventeen acts took the stage at the Capitol Theatre, performing for a lively audience of more than 250 music lovers.

A panel of five judges—Amoretta Shultz, Kelly Kozloski, Heather Kline, Bob Courter, and Brian Grant—evaluated performers on vocal quality and musical skill, originality and creativity, audience appeal, and stage presence.

The 2026 A Cappella & Unplugged finalists are Brandon Lee, Jack's Back, Jenni Joy, Josh & Chris, Lily Snowberger, and Noah Mellott. The People's Choice Award, determined by the Capitol Theatre audience, went to Noah Mellott, who received a $100 prize.

Finalists will perform ahead of the 1864 Ransoming, Burning & Rebirth of Chambersburg on Saturday, July 18, on the steps of the historic Franklin County Courthouse. Audience members, along with text voting, will select the 2026 A Cappella & Unplugged champion, who will receive the $500 grand prize.

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