Overview

• The Chicago choir advanced as one of six semifinal vote-getters, with host Terry Crews announcing them as the last act through.
• Their semifinals rendition of Fall Out Boy’s “Centuries” followed glowing remarks from judges Mel B, Sofía Vergara, Howie Mandel and Simon Cowell.
• The final performance airs Tuesday, Sept. 23, with the winner revealed Wednesday, Sept. 24 on NBC.
• A watch party at Leo Catholic High School drew students, staff and neighbors who organized online voting pushes.
• Backed by longtime director LaDonna Hill and school leaders, the boys say they would use the $1 million prize for college tuition if they win.