Los Alamos Music Teachers Association also hosted a Halloween Masquerade Recital on Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Unitarian Church, featuring performances by 40 students, including several District Honors winners. Courtesy/LAMTA
Los Alamos Music Teachers Association News:
The 2025 District NE-I Honors Auditions took place on Saturday, Oct. 18, on the University of New Mexico-Los Alamos campus. Talented young musicians from Los Alamos and Santa Fe, ages 7 to 17, participated in this year's event, showcasing their artistry and dedication.
Students represented the studios of Aejin Chang, Wendy Ge, Lydia Madrick, Janna Warren, Dr. Patricia Wood, Liana Austin, and Michelle Rosette.
The esteemed panel of judges included pianists Sergio Rodriguez and Dr. Jacquelyn Helin, and violinist Emmy Tisdel Lohr. Their insightful feedback and encouraging comments made the day a memorable and educational experience for all participants.
Winners in each level and category are listed below. First-place winners will advance to the State Honors Competition in Albuquerque on Saturday, Nov. 8.
For more information about the PMTNM Honors Competition or future participation, visit Los Alamos Music Teacher Association website. All instruments and voice types are welcome! Non-PMTNM member teachers may also enter students with a nominal additional fee.
String Competition
Level 1 - 1st place: Isaac Chu, violin (student of Michelle Rosette)
Level 2 - 1st place: Simone Bowlan, violin (student of Liana Austin)
Level 3 - 1st place: Rachel Bowlan, violin (student of Liana Austin)
1st place: Alice Sun (student of Aejin Chang)
2nd place: Elizabeth Wang (student of Wendy Ge)
3rd place: (tie) Frances Sonkwa Foma (student of Lydia Madrick)
3rd place: (tie) Grace Waters (student of Dr. Patricia Wood)
Level 2
1st place: Gavin Hu (student of Dr. Patricia Wood)
2nd place: Elizabeth Hsu (student of Aejin Chang)
3rd place: (tie) Alicia Chen (student of Dr. Patricia Wood)
3rd place: (tie) Lucy Smith (student of Dr. Patricia Wood)
1st place: John Fung (student of Wendy Ge)
2nd place: Chelsea Nguyen (student of Janna Warren)
3rd place: Cindy Fu (student of Wendy Ge)
Level 5
1st place: Adrian Koo (student of Aejin Chang)
2nd place: (tie) Tate Plohr (student of Janna Warren)
2nd place: (tie) Henry Gans (student of Dr. Patricia Wood)