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Congratulations to the following UAHS students who were selected for the 2026-27 Ohio All-State Choir: Miles P., Melanie K., Jaxson H., Cameron K., Koby W., Claire R., and Martin C. We are so proud of them!

UAHS hosted the Ohio Choral Directors Association Summer Conference. Part of this conference is the OCDA High School Honor Choir, featuring some of the finest high school voices from around the state. UA had three singers in this year’s honor choir—Elizabeth A., Jaxson H., and Cameron K. Congratulations to them on their fine performance!

Martin C., Athina B., and Roshan S. also performed Monday night at the OCDA Summer Conference alongside our HS and MS Honor Choir students.

Students, families, and directors gathered for the annual Choir Banquet to celebrate a year filled with music, friendship, growth, and memorable performances. Students were recognized for their years of participation in Upper Arlington Vocal Music, along with other accomplishments from throughout the year.

The evening also included special recognition of our graduating seniors, celebrating the music they’ve made, the friendships they’ve built, and the many ways they’ve contributed to UAVM during their time in the program. We are so proud of all they have accomplished and excited to see where their next chapter takes them.

Upper Arlington Vocal Music’s production of The Addams Family was nominated for Best Musical Production at the 2026 CAPA Marquee Awards, recognizing the work of more than 120 students involved in the production.

Jimmy Z., who played Uncle Fester, was nominated for Best Actor in a Leading Role and selected as a featured soloist for the Marquee Awards Showcase at the Ohio Theatre. Lily C. was also recognized as a semifinalist in the Leading Actress category.

Members of the cast performed at the Marquee Awards Showcase on May 13 at the Ohio Theatre.

Congratulations to Symphonic Choir on earning straight Superior ratings at the OMEA State Large Group Adjudicated Event.

Symphonic Choir, Vocal Ensemble, and other choir juniors and seniors traveled to New York City for a five-day performance and educational trip. Highlights included a choral clinic with Dr. Caron Daley at Duquesne University, performances at the Church of St. Paul the Apostle and St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Broadway performances of Death Becomes Her and SIX: The Musical, and a workshop with a cast member from Death Becomes Her.

Students also visited the 9/11 Museum and Metropolitan Museum of Art, enjoyed a dinner cruise on the Hudson, and explored the city. The trip is offered every two years and is made possible in part through the generous support of the UA Vocal Music Boosters.

Bel Canto and Camerata were selected to perform at the Ohio Music Education Association Professional Development Conference, an event attended by hundreds of music educators from across the state.

After months of preparation and additional rehearsals, the two choirs presented concerts showcasing strong vocal and ensemble technique, musical growth, and the joy of singing. More than 160 students participated under the direction of Dr. David Monseur and Mrs. Amy Leacock.

Thirty-five UAVM students participated in 26 events at the OMEA District 15 Solo & Ensemble Adjudicated Event, held at Pleasant View Middle School in Grove City.

Together, they earned 24 Superior ratings. Congratulations to all of the students on their outstanding performances and achievements.

Congratulations to our nine students who participated in yesterday’s Otterbein University High School Honor Choir. They joined with students from high school choirs all over Central Ohio to rehearse and perform music under the direction of Dr. Gayle Walker. We’re so proud of them! Congratulations: Cate S., Elise L., Maggie M., Jayden K., Ari B., Liam M., Elijah M., Jake B., and Pierce B.

Congratulations to Dominic A., Kennedy B., Martin C., Santi C., Lily C., Aizik G., Cameron K., Chloe M., Miles P., Henry W., and Jimmy Z. on being selected for the Ohio All-State Choir.

The students will perform in February at the Ohio Music Education Association Professional Development Conference under the direction of Dr. Rollo Dilworth, an internationally recognized choral conductor, composer, and arranger.