As one show ends, sophomore Sam Strickhouser and the rest of the Ambassadors start the preparation for the next concert. Learning more songs, singing solos, and hours of practice all come with being a part of the Ambassadors.

 
“I love all of the songs but if I had to choose a favorite song this year it would be between ‘Save the World’ or ‘Let it Go’,” Strickhouser said. “They are both very fun to sing and are some of our best.”

 
The first show starts very laid back, with minimal lighting and not much choreography. This is all to reduce the stress on the new Ambassadors. The first show to have light cues and dancing is the Back By Popular Demand show in February. Competition is the next step for the show choir, where most of their songs are mixed together into one long flowing medley.

 
“Last year we did really well in competition,” senior Stephanie Lyskawa said. “We won Gold in both Show Choir and Vocal Jazz, four maestro awards (Awards given to Soloists), Outstanding Choral Group, Adjudicator award, and the Sweepstake Award (the choir with the highest points).”

 
This year the Ambassadors are headed to Washington D.C. for their annual competition. It will be held at the Calvary Baptist Church.

 
“I am excited for D.C. as it’s another place I haven’t been,” senior Michael Vancamp said. “Even though I’m not a huge history person, I’m sure I will still enjoy my time there with the group.”

 
While the Ambassadors are in the capitol, they are planning to take several trips to various historical locations, including stopping at Gettysburg and doing several tours while they are there.

 
“I can’t wait to go to D.C,” Strickhouser said. “Not only are we learning new material for competition but I hear the trip is just an absolute blast and a great bonding experience.”
When they get back from D.C, their two week time frame for preparation begins for the May finale. This is when the Ambassadors show their most polished work which includes singing, dancing, and acting. Included in the show will be the mixed medley from competition. Although their idea for this year’s medley will remain a secret until the concert, many people are certain they will attend the show.

 
“I always sit front row so I can see the show in full detail,” senior Rachel Anderson said. “It is best during the medley because you can see them and know they can see you, which makes it even more entertaining. I try to go to every show because they are all a little different and I love going to support my friends, they always do an amazing job.”

 
This is the last show for many of the performers, and while some are sad to go they learned music skills they can use for the rest of their lives.

 
“It’s been a great four years and I’m sad that it’s coming to an end,” Vancamp said. “I’m glad though that I’ve been able to spend all four years of high school in the group learning the tricks of the trade and also developing close friendships with several people that I wouldn’t have even known otherwise.”

 
The May finale takes place on May 8, 9 and 10 in the Ruby Zima Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Tickets will be sold for $5 in advance and $7 at the door.