The Kristina Townsend Memorial Vocal Competition
2024 Winners
16-18:
First Place: Elizabeth Neumeyer, Mezzo-soprano
Second Place: Philomena Iorns, Soprano
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19-22:
First Place: Landon Horstman, baritone
Second Place Tie:
Mia Janosik, Mezzo-soprano
Katie Overton, Soprano
Honorable Mention: Isabelle Ceballos, Soprano
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23-26:
First Place: Keneth Dulay, Countertenor
Second Place: Stephanie Ortiz, Soprano
Honorable Mention: Maura Ortega, Mezzo-soprano
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This competition took place on March 9, 2024.
*16 – 18 age category prizes underwritten by: Red Tie Arts
*The 19-22 and 23-26 age category prizes are underwritten by: The Wayne and Donna Pierce Trans-California Pathway Project
Congratulations to all who participated and thank you to the 2024 judges and volunteers!