The Young Pianists Competition inspires budding musicians from elementary through high school to pursue excellence and artistry in piano performance. This dynamic event challenges students to showcase their talent, dedication, and passion for music on a competitive stage.
Winners:
Nathan Kaller, 2nd place, 2022
Jonathan Rodgers, honorable mention 2024
The Inland Empire Piano Festival is hosted by the MTAC branches of Redlands, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Temecula. Every year there is a new theme: Baroque, Classical, Romantic, or Contemporary. Students are required to perform compositions by a composer from the specific theme for a panel of professionals who judge technical and interpretive ability and artistic presentation for students that participate.
Winners:
Logan Tan, 3rd place, 2024
Ava Rosenthal, 3rd place, 2020 and 2021
Lily Rosenthal, 3rd place, 2020 and 2021
Lily Rosenthal, Honorable mention, 2020
The Southern California Junior Bach Festival is a vibrant celebration of Baroque music, showcasing the timeless brilliance of J.S. Bach. This prestigious competition invites young musicians to bring Bach’s masterpieces to life with skill and artistry. To earn a spot in the regional festival, performers must captivate audiences with a carefully prepared composition by the legendary composer himself.
Winners:
Chloe Fu, 2024
The Certificate of Merit (CM) is a prestigious music examination administered each spring by the Music Teachers Association of California. This comprehensive program evaluates students in music theory, sight-reading, technique, and performance, setting a high standard for both students and their instructors. CM achievements are widely recognized by many institutions as valuable for students preparing for college, whether or not they pursue a future in music.
Congratulations to our dedicated students who successfully completed this year’s CM exam! A special shoutout to those who earned state honors for their outstanding performances and exceptional scores on the theory exam.
Winners:
Isabel Eldred, Level 3
Angelica Esser, Level 4
Devven Mosch, Level 4- state honors
Chloe Fu, Level 5
Mariane Esser, level 6 - state honors
Theodore Shih, level 6
Jacob Rodgers, level 7
Jaden Nguyen, level 9- senior award
Jonathan Rodgers, level 9- state honors
Logan Tan, level 9- state honors
The Certificate of Merit (CM) is a music teacher certification exam that the Music Teachers Association of California administers every spring. CM tests students on theory, sight-reading, technique, and performance and holds them and their teachers to the highest standards. As a result, many institutions have recognized CM results as being essential for students pursuing a college career, regardless of whether they continue their music career path.
Congratulations to the following students who passed this year's CM exam. Extra congratulations to those who received state honors, awarded to students who performed exceptionally and passed the theory exam with a high percentage.
Well done, students!
Isabel Eldred, level 2, state
Chloe Fu, level 2, state
Devven Mosch, level 2, state
Ava Rosenthal, level 6
Lily Rosenthal, level 6
Jaden Nguyen, level 8
Logan Tan, level 8
Ethan Kung, level 9
Nathan Kaller, level 9, state, branch
Students spend an entire year preparing for the Certificate of Merit (CM), a Music Teachers Association of California exam administered every spring. CM tests students on theory, sight-reading, technique, and performance and holds students and their teachers to the highest standards. Results from CM are recognized by all institutions. As a result, they have been imperative in promoting students pursuing a college career, regardless of whether they continue a music career.
Congratulations to the following students who passed this year's CM exam. An extra congratulations to those who received state honors, awarded to students who performed exceptionally and passed the theory exam with a high percentage.
Well done, students!
Eileen Xie, Level 3
Ava Rosenthal, Level 5
Lily Rosenthal, Level 5
Israel Kaller, Level 6
Jaden Nguyen, Level 7
Ethan Kung, Level 8
Nathan Kaller, Level 8 (Branch and State Honors)
Students spend an entire year preparing for the Certificate of Merit (CM), a Music Teachers Association of California exam administered every spring. CM tests students on theory, sight-reading, technique, and performance and holds students and their teachers to the highest standards. Results from CM are recognized by all institutions. As a result, they have been imperative in promoting students pursuing a college career, regardless of whether they continue a music career.
Congratulations to the following students who passed this year's CM exam. An extra congratulations to those who received state honors, awarded to students who performed exceptionally and passed the theory exam with a high percentage.
Well done, students!
Julia Messenger, Level 2
Siwei Wang, Level 3
Jacob Mendoza, Level 4
Ava Rosenthal, Level 4 — State Honors
Lily Rosenthal, Level 4
Isabella Mendoza, Level 6
Jaden Nguyen, Level 6
Ben Heick, Level 7
Nathan Kaller, Level 7 — State Honors
Ethan Kung, Level 7
Every spring, the Music Teachers Association of California holds a statewide exam called the Certificate of Merit. Students spend the entire year preparing for this event that tests them on theory, sight-reading, technique, and performance. It is a rigorous exam that holds both student and teacher to the highest standard. All institutions recognize results from this exam. They have been imperative in promoting students pursuing a college career, whether they continue a career in music or not. Congratulations to the following students who passed the Certificate of Merit exam this year. I would also like to extend an extra congratulations to students who received state honors. State honors are awarded to students who performed exceptionally and passed the theory exam with a high percentage score. Well done, students!
Julia Messenger, Level 1 – State Honors
Brianna Cisneros, Level 2 – State Honors
Siwei Wang, Level 2 – State Honors
Ava Rosenthal, Level 3 – State Honors
Jaden Nguyen, Level 3 – State Honors
Lily Rosenthal, Level 3 – State Honors
Israel Kaller, Level 4 – State Honors
Benjamin Heick, Level 6 – State Honors
Ethan Kung, Level 6 – State Honors
Hazel Lloyd, Level 7
Evelyn Kung, Level 8