2026 Auditions Festival Trophy Recipients
- May 4
- 1 min read
Congratulations to the 2026 Auditions Festival Trophy Recipients!
Ohio Music Teachers Association – Southwest District
Each year, students from across the district participate in the OMTA-SW Auditions Festival, performing prepared pieces with artistry and dedication. Students who earn the highest marks are awarded trophies to recognize their exceptional achievement at their respective levels.
We are proud to celebrate this year’s outstanding students and their teachers:
2026 Trophy Recipients
Celine Zhang, student of Chia-Jui He, Primer
Gabe Otto, student of Niki Weidner, Primer
Kino Lin, student of Sergei Polusmiak, Beginner
Vaishnavi Ganti, student of Nora Ayvazian, Beginner
McKenna Chen, student of Chia-Jui He, Elementary
Nolyn Liu, student of Chia-Jui He, Elementary
Henry Liu, student of Chia-Jui He, Elementary
Elaina Zhang, student of Chia-Jui He, Early Intermediate
McKenna Chen, student of Chia-Jui He, Early Intermediate
Andrew Stanley, student of Sergei Polusmiak, Intermediate
Olivia Pan, student of Chia-Jui He, Intermediate
Maggie Jiang, student of Chia-Jui He, Intermediate
Lyla Perez, student of Karen Kim, Late Intermediate
Mandy You, student of Chia-Jui He, Late Intermediate
Alice Guo, student of Yuking Brandenburgh, Early Advanced
Chase Cao, student of Benita Tse-Leung, Advanced I
Cynthia Li, student of Benita Tse-Leung, Advanced II
We applaud these students and their teachers for their hard work, preparation, and musical growth. Congratulations!
PRIZEWINNERS' PERFORMANCE
The Spring District Showcase will take place on Saturday, May 16, 2026 from 1:00 to 3:30 at Werner Recital Hall, U.C. Cincinnati Conservatory of Music.
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