Nicky Cole Wins Monti Idol 2026! 

Nicky Cole is singing on stage during Monti Idol

Senior vocalist Nicky Cole came out victorious in the 2026 Monti Idol singing competition! The  annual contest, held this past Friday at Monticello High School, featured top vocalists singing several selections of their best works to an excitable audience and a panel of faculty judges. Nicky’s diverse and inspired repertoire included classics “Jolene”, “Die on this Hill” and “Rise Up”. ‘

a group of Monti Idol contestants pose in the hallway outside the auditorium. a group of Monti Idol contestants pose in the hallway outside the auditorium.

Congratulations to Nicky and all the participants on a fantastic performance, and to the Tri-M Music Honor Society on hosting such a wonderful event!