Second Runner-up Mooresville HS Spotlighters, Mooresville, IN; Luers-Midwest Swing Choir Invitational finals performance
First-time finalist Mooresville was one of the first top groups to eschew character shoes for their girls, and go with dyed to match pumps.
Anderson HS, Singers Unlimited, Anderson, IN; Luers-Midwest Swing Choir Invitational finals competition
Anderson's 1979 "Godspell" was one of the very first swing or show choir performances featuring material all from the same musical. The debate continues still today whether or not this is appropriate for competition.
First Runner-up Mt Zion HS Swingsations, Mt Zion, IL
Luers-Midwest Swing Choir Invitational finals competition
For the second year in a row, Mt Zion takes the first runner-up trophy. They would skip Luers altogether in 1985 before returning to claim the grand championship title in both 1986 and 1987.
Sophomores Keaton Savage, Jordan Booker, Andrew Orbison, Eric Parker and Dylan Tuomy-Wilhoit perform John Legend's "It Don't Have To Change" at the John Burroughs High School Vocal Music Association's annual "Pop Show," February 2007, Burbank, CA.
First runner-up Northrop HS Charisma, Ft Wayne, IN; Luers-Midwest Swing Choir Invitational prelims; "Captain Henry St James / Under the Sea"
Many times a finalist, this is the highest Charisma ever finished at Luers (a/o 2006). Featured soloist is future Tony Award winner Heather Headley.
Third Runner-Up Edgewood HS Music Warehouse, Ellettsville, IN; Luers-Midwest Swing Choir Invitational finals competition
Three-time grand champion Warehouse captures another Outstanding Show award, yet places just fourth over-all
Grand Champion Mt Zion HS Swingsations, Mt Zion, IL; Luers-Midwest Swing Choir Invitational, Ft Wayne, IN; finals competition
After sitting out 1985, Mt Zion returns to capture their first Luers Grand Championship - also the first ever by an out-of-state school.