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Iowa woman’s a cappella anthem earns her Nashville recording session, national spotlight
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Debra Worley , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· September 7, 2026
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Key points The winner, a 20-year-old from Iowa, will record in a professional studio. A nationwide contest to find the best a cappella performance of a patriotic song has concluded.
A nationwide contest to find the best a cappella performance of a patriotic song has concluded. The winner, a 20-year-old from Iowa, will record in a professional studio. She was chosen from nominees gathered by dozens of stations across the country.
A multi-round process narrowed the field, with viewers voting and a regional round selecting finalists. The winner's reaction to the news was one of surprise. Further details about the contest and its winner are available.
The competition was launched to celebrate a significant national milestone, and the winner's performance earned her a notable opportunity.
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Category: Local Published: September 7, 2026 Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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