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Music

Applicant may demonstrate expertise by performing vocal or instrumental music, or by fostering wider participation and appreciation for music through school, church or civic organizations. Applicant may participate in groups that share musical talents including tutoring younger students and volunteering in school music programs. An applicant does not have to participate in high school music classes or ensembles, but must document advanced study of an instrument.

Examples of supporting documents

Music: audio or sheet music samples

2026

  • Aaryn Watson Florida State University Schools
  • Anjani Vemuri Rickards
  • Colton Campbell Leon
  • Dannielle Cromwell Lincoln
  • Emerson Lalla SAIL
  • Isla Welge Maclay
  • Mars Humphreys Godby
  • Mason Adams Chiles
  • Petra Croom Homeschool
  • Sarah Methellus Tallahassee Collegiate Academy

2025

  1. Winner Erin Broder Chiles High School
  2. Runner-Up Matthew Harley Florida State University Schools
  3. Honorable Mention Emily Hawken Maclay School
  • Azavaughn Mosley FAMU Developmental Research School
  • Elizabeth Kim SAIL High School
  • Erick Martin-O’Kelley Leon County Virtual School
  • Fox Rutherford Leon County Home School
  • Gabrielle Hudlow Lincoln High School
  • Jake Veleber Community Christian School
  • Talia Duncan Leon High School
  • Tiffany Zheng Rickards High School