While everyone's been making such a fuss about Beyonce's lip-synching at the 2013 Inauguration, I've decided to focus in on the talented vocalists we have right here in the Hudson Valley.

Meet Eliza Benfer, for example:

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vs. Beyonce's lip synching

Should the national anthem always be sung live? I think so. Way to go, Eliza! 

What do you guys think of Eliza's performance? Will Beyonce lip-synch at the Super Bowl too?