Ms. Caia Decker – First Classification Award

Caia is attending Northern Arizona University majoring in music. She is studying voice and working towards a bachelor’s degree in choral music education with emphasis in piano performance. She was awarded a first classification scholarship award in 2010 and was a co-recipient of the First Classification YSA Music Scholarship Award in 2009 as well.

Katherine Meyers – Third Classification Award

Katie is the first graduate student to receive a YSA Music Scholarship award. She received her batchelor’s degree from the University of Arizona in May, 2011. Once she completes her master’s degree in Violin Performance, her goal is to pursue an Artist’s Diploma and ultimately become a member of a professional orchestra. Prior to her college years, she won first place awards six times in the Prescott Fine Arts Association’s competition and also received first place awards five times in the Yavapai Symphony Guild’s competition.

Mr. James Grandjean – Second Classification Award

James is a graduate of Yavapai County High School and is currently attending Oklahoma City University, pursuing a degree in vocal performance and Musical Theatre. He won first place in the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) Classical Voice competition in 2007, and was a co-recipient of the First Classification YSA Music Scholarship Award in 2009.

Nathanael Gross – Special Award

Nathanael Gross is attending the University of Arizona, studying both piano and mechanical engineering. He was also a YSA Scholarship award winner in 2009.

Nathanael was named the PFAA’s Most Outstanding Performer” during both his sophomore and senior year of high school.

Miss Caia Decker

Attending Northern Arizona University with a major in choral music education and emphasis in piano performance.

Mr. James Grandjean

Attending Oklahoma City University with a major in vocal performance and musical theatre.