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VS '23

Will Ferguson

'21 - '23

BIO

School: Connecticut College

Collegiate Group: CoCo Beaux

Solos: Southern Cross, Walking in Memphis

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Hailing from the island town of Long Island, Maine, Will is an eccentric singer who defies expectations at every turn. With his flowing locks of blond hair reminiscent of a majestic yeti, he has become known as the "Sasquatch Serenader." For the past three years, he has honed his vocal prowess with the Vineyard Sound while harmonizing with the mermaids in Martha’s Vineyard waters. Not only does his voice possess a supernatural ability to mimic the sound of crashing waves and whispering winds, but it also can summon a chorus of sentient lobsters to accompany his performances. Will's performances often incorporating his patented dance move, the "Lobster Shuffle," where he gracefully scuttles across the stage, showcasing his crustacean-inspired moves, and blending the magic of Maine with the melodies of the Vineyard Sound.

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Drew Weddig

'23

BIO

School: Wesleyan University
Collegiate Group: The Wesleyan Spirits
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Drew is a rising senior at Wesleyan University, where he studies mathematics and theatre. He is from Erie, Colorado, a town just outside of Boulder. At school, Drew sings tenor with the Wesleyan Spirits. He also acts in and music directs productions put on by the student-run theatre company he founded alongside his friends, called Spike Tape. And, if he couldn't get enough music in his life, he writes songs and plays instruments in his free time. 

Nikko Bannon

'23

BIO

School: William & Mary
Collegiate group: Gentlemen of the College

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Nikko is one of our rookies this year. It is his first time on the island. He is originally from Richmond, Virginia and studies at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. At William and Mary, he is working on a major in Business with a focus on Marketing and a minor in film. When he isn’t playing tennis, going to the skatepark, or playing guitar by the campfire, Nikko is singing a cappella with the Gentlemen of the College at William and Mary or No Ceiling on the ICCA’s stage.

Ryan Dirgins

'22 - '23

BIO

School: Wesleyan University
Collegiate Group: The Wesleyan Spirits
Solos: Brandy (You're A Fine Girl)

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Ryan is a rising senior at Wesleyan University where he studies film and music. He is from Pleasantville New York, a small village populating only 7,000 people. At school, Ryan sings tenor and baritone with the Wesleyan Spirits. In his free time, you can find Ryan taking long runs along the beach or relaxing in a hammock writing songs.

Ethan Van Valkenburgh

'23

BIO

School: William & Mary
Collegiate Group(s): William & Mary Cleftomaniacs and No Ceiling
Solo(s): Beyond the Sea

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Ethan is a rising senior at William & Mary, where he studies Chemistry and Music. He is the music director for the Cleftomaniacs and No Ceiling, as well as co-recording chair of the Botetourt Chamber Singers. He hails from Lynchburg, VA, and is thrilled to live by the coast for once. This is Ethan’s first time ever on Martha’s Vineyard, and he’s a new member of VS. When he’s not learning bass (guitar, not the voice part) or doing work on his…distinct choice of vehicle, you can find Ethan arranging music and planning rehearsals for his other acapella groups back at W&M.

Owen Stone

'23

BIO

School: William & Mary
Collegiate Group: No Strings Attached Solos: Wonderful World, Easy

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"Owen is a rising senior at Emory University, studying Computer Science and Film & Media. He hails from Pleasantville, New York, where he has lived his entire life. At Emory, he is the vice president of the all-male a capella group No Strings Attached. When not singing his heart out, he can be found climbing local rocks, writing surreal stories, and making amateur short films.
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Ian Albanese

'23

BIO

School: Connecticut College
Collegiate Group: Co Co Beaux
Solos: Doctor My Eyes, So Much In Love

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Ian intends to graduate from Connecticut College next year with an English major and theater minor. Post grad he plans to drop off the face of the earth and become the first air bass guitar player on the Jovian moon of Europa

Vic White

'23

BIO

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Vic joins us for his first VS summer from Columbia, CT. He is a rising Junior at the University of Connecticut where he studies Music Education and is a Resident Assistant for the Special Interest Housing on campus. Vic is currently the music director of the UConn Conn-Men, and has been singing with the group since the Fall of 2022. When he isn't singing, you can find Vic sewing, writing music, or experimenting with his sourdough starter. Fun fact, Vic is a professional Balloon Twister!

Alex Kaplan

'23

BIO

School: Wesleyan University
Collegiate Groups: The Wesleyan Spirits, Triple Major
Solos: California Dreamin', Runaround Sue

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Alex joins us for his first VS summer from Westfield, New Jersey. He is a rising junior at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut where he studies Computer Science and American Government. Alex is a member of the Wesleyan Spirits and is one of the Music Directors for Triple Major. When he isn’t singing, you can find Alex playing piano, video games, Dungeons and Dragons, or tossing a frisbee around. Fun fact, Alex’s favorite song is Roundabout by Yes.

Repertoire

  • A Case of You -- Joni Mitchell

  • All You Need Is Love -- The Beatles

  • Beyond the Sea -- Bobby Darin

  • Bring It On Home to Me -- Sam Cooke

  • California Dreamin' -- The Mamas & the Papas

  • Captain's Song -- Vinx

  • Chappy Island Baby 

  • Doctor My Eyes -- Jackson Browne

  • Easy -- Lionel Richie

  • Feeling Good -- Nina Simone

  • Good Old A Cappella

  • How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) -- James Taylor

  • I'll Be -- Edwin McCain

  • L-Y -- Tom Lehrer

  • Leaving on a Jet Plane -- John Denver

  • On And On -- Stephen Bishop

  • Only the Good Die Young -- Billy Joel

  • Runaround Sue -- Dion

  • So Much in Love -- The Tymes

  • Southern Cross -- Crosby, Stills, and Nash

  • Their Hearts Were Full of Spring -- The Beach Boys

  • The Star-Spangled Banner (National Anthem)

  • Walking in Memphis -- Mark Cohn

  • (What A) Wonderful World -- Sam Cooke

  • Who's Lovin' You -- The Jackson 5

  • Zombie Jamboree -- Harry Belafonte

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