January 11th, 2026

A CLEAN SWEEP AT THE 2026 MAASTRICHT MUSIC AWARDS!

There is a common saying that hard work pays off- witnessing it manifest so completely though is truly breathtaking!
​I am profoundly honoured to announce that all four finalists for the 2026 MAM - Maastrich tMusic Award are singers from my studio.

This milestone—seeing Mar Pino-Charlez, Andrea Palomo Alcántara, Devon Baird, and Francisca Djacabi take the stage together—is a testament to the culture of excellence and mutual support we have cultivated. While each is a unique artist with a distinct voice and artistic identity, they share a common thread of relentless dedication.

My deepest thanks go to Abigail Richards and Lionel Bams for their invaluable roles in this journey,
and to the Rotary Club Maastricht for their enduring commitment to young talent.

Join us at the Willem Hijstek Hall on April 18th to see these artists compete for the €5,000 Main Prize and the  €1.000 Audience Award.

To my students: the stage is yours.
​Let’s make some magic.
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