Each year, Viewpoint’s Upper School musicians are recognized at the national level for their commitment to excellence in both music and academics. In December, 11 juniors and seniors earned induction into the Tri-M Music Honor Society, a program of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME).

Tri-M is the only national honor society dedicated to middle and high school musicians and focuses on developing student leaders through music education, service, and advocacy. The students recognized this year include:

• David Wang ’27
• Jamey Tsugawa ’27
• Jasper Hughes ’27
• JP Walker ’27
• Kayla Paschall ’27
• Kian Tabandeh ’27
• Niya Lal ’27
• Noah Fournier ’26
• Racheal Chun ’27
• Samson Harrington ’27
• Winston Ge ’27

Selection for Tri-M is based on a comprehensive audition and review process that evaluates students’ musical growth, technical proficiency, and overall musicianship. Auditions assess students across three areas: sight reading, technical elements such as scales and arpeggios, and a prepared solo performance.

Students are also expected to showcase excellence in academics and active participation in community service. According to the NAfME, student members across the nation collectively contribute over 750,000 service hours to their school and local communities annually, raising nearly $1 million for causes close to their hearts.

Congratulations to the students who have earned induction into the Tri-M Music Honor Society. More information on the program can be found here.