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Big News from NYC – “A Pukwudgie Tale” Takes 2nd Place!

I’m excited to share some awesome news—my composition A Pukwudgie Tale for four guitars took 2nd place in the composition category at the Music International Grand Prix this April in New York City! This competition brings in talent from all over the world, so it was a huge honor just to be in the mix—placingContinue reading “Big News from NYC – “A Pukwudgie Tale” Takes 2nd Place!”

Joseph Davila Named Finalist in Music International Grand Prix

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Joseph Davila Named Finalist in Music International Grand Prix Corpus Christi, TX – Joseph Davila has been named a finalist in the prestigious Music International Grand Prix, a global music competition showcasing exceptional talent across all ages and disciplines, including a dedicated composition division. Davila secured his place in the finals afterContinue reading “Joseph Davila Named Finalist in Music International Grand Prix”

Highlights from the ASTA National Conference in Atlanta

I had an amazing time at the American String Teachers Association National Conference in Atlanta, GA. I was honored to be there as one of the composers selected for the New Canon Project, an initiative by Rising Tide Music Press. My composition, La Luna Llena (The Full Moon), was performed by the ASTA National TeachersContinue reading “Highlights from the ASTA National Conference in Atlanta”

UIL Guitar Solo & Ensemble Competition 2024

My students did an amazing job at the UIL competition this past weekend. They worked hard all semester and it paid off. The results of their performances are listed below. Way to go VMHS Guitar! Division 1 (Superior) Ratings: 39 Division 2 (Excellent) Ratings: 10 Division 3 (Good) Ratings: 1 23 Students advancing to StateContinue reading “UIL Guitar Solo & Ensemble Competition 2024”