About Us
Founded in 1992, this spirited group of singers perform at various events throughout the school year, singing a wide array of music genres. The Rip Chords annually compete in ICCA (International Championship of Collegiete A Cappella) and are the only treble group on campus to do so. Additionally, the Rip Chords professionally record music available on streaming platforms.
Like all a cappella groups at UIUC, the Rip Chords is an auditioned group. Auditions for the 2026-2027 school year will take place over the course of three days: August 24th-26th from 5-10 PM. Callbacks will take place the evening of August 28th.
Please view our official website (https://www.illinoisripchords.org/) and follow us on Instagram (@illinoisripchords) for updates!
