Rian Whitman is a freelance arranger, show designer, adjudicator and guest clinician based out of Columbus, Ohio. This marks Rian’s 7th year arranging competitive show choirs in the Midwest. His groups have been named Grand Champions and have received many Best Choral Sound and caption awards while being recognized regionally and nationally as consistent finalists in competition. This past year Rian worked with 6 show choirs, soloists and ensembles. In his career he has also performed in numerous productions and with various broadway sensations. Rian brings performance experience as a former four year member of the Brush High School “Soundsation”, capturing best performer awards and assisted with the group as a vocal captain. He is currently attending Columbus State in Columbus, working towards his Bachelors Degree in Vocal Music Education. He would like to thank his family, friends and his beautiful girlfriend, MacKenzie for their love and support.