Deke Sharon

Deke Sharon is an American vocal arranger, musician, and producer. He is best known as the "father of contemporary a cappella," having been called "a one-man a cappella revolution" by singer/accomplished a Cappella artist Ben Folds.

Deke Sharon has been a driving force in the contemporary a cappella genre. He helped popularize a cappella music through his work as an arranger and producer, as well as his involvement in several vocal groups. He also served as the arranger, on-site music director, and vocal producer for the popular movie franchise "Pitch Perfect."

Deke Sharon has been a member of several acclaimed vocal groups, including The House Jacks, Rockapella, and The Swingle Singers. These groups have helped showcase his vocal talents and allowed him to contribute to the a cappella community in various ways.

Yes, Deke Sharon has received numerous awards for his work in the a cappella field. He has won numerous Contemporary A Cappella Recording Awards (CARAs) as both a performer and arranger. He has also been recognized for his contributions to the vocal harmony community through the Contemporary A Cappella Society (CASA) and other organizations.

Aside from his work in vocal groups and a cappella music, Deke Sharon has been involved in various projects. He has served as a judge and coach on the TV show "The Sing-Off" and has worked on numerous soundtracks and albums, including "Pitch Perfect" and "The Sing-Off: Harmonies for the Holidays." He has also conducted vocal workshops and masterclasses around the world to help aspiring singers improve their skills.