2026 Submissions
As Long As I'm Yours
In a world that constantly bombards us with the desire for more—more achievement, recognition, distractions—I wrote “As Long As I’m Yours” as a reminder that all we truly need is love.
Summer break
This was a project that I worked on from my desk at home over the summer before my junior year.
Second Drip
This piece is inspired by the works of Imogen Heap, and is a fast paced, groovy song that is bass and drum heavy.
Sage my Body and Clear my Dark Mind
Sage my Body and Clear my Dark mind is a spoken word song I created on garageband using guitar and vocals to evoke deep emotion from my poetry.
Ballad of Found Time
This piece takes inspiration from the sounds of Duke Ellington and other big band masters, but also from Jazz-Pop artists.
Citrus Skyline
I wanted to push myself and try something new with my music, aiming for a more energetic and upbeat sound.
Blue Reflection
This is a cut version of the full work, which is around 6 and a half minutes.
While You're Here
I've been producing music for a few years now, but singing is always something I've been somewhat insecure about.
Anima Partem
Anima Partem is built around the idea that finding your own belonging is a deeply individual journey that is exciting, anticipatory, and thoughtful all at once.
The Adventurer’s Journey
I made this piano improvisation after one of my school’s show choir performances.
"Memory Lane" for Alto Saxophone and Orchestra
In Spring 2025, I struggled at the thought of losing touch with my closest friends graduating in June and losing my favorite band director to district layoffs.
staring at the sun
Staring at the Sun is a nostalgic bittersweet piece, the kind of memory that ripples if you think of it too hard.
Old and New
This is a song I wrote produced and mixed myself I did everything myself this song was also inspired by Sabrina Carpenter.