Schmidt Vocal Arts Announces Winners of Undergraduate Awards 2025
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This year, Schmidt Vocal Arts (SVA) hosted its annual Undergraduate Awards, recognizing outstanding undergraduate vocalists from across the country. The Carnegie Mellon University School of Music is proud to celebrate soprano Sara Porjosh, who was named a finalist in the Lower Division for Undergraduate freshmen and sophomores.
Participants were required to present two contrasting pieces from different periods of classical vocal repertoire. Winners and finalists received cash prizes, as well as national recognition from Schmidt Vocal Arts.
2025 Schmidt Vocal Arts Undergraduate Awards – Lower Division Finalists
Sara Porjosh, Soprano | Carnegie Mellon University
Madeleine Christopher, Mezzo-Soprano | Eastman School of Music
Rox Davidson, Mezzo-Soprano | Belmont University
Olivia Gonzales, Soprano | Rice University
Ashley Manocchi, Soprano | Manhattan School of Music
Fiorela Miria, Soprano | The Juilliard School
Sara Porjosh studies with faculty at Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Music. The School of Music congratulates all award recipients on their achievements.
For more information on the Schmidt Vocal Arts Undergraduate Awards, visit the official SVA website.