A number of Harker students placed well in the 20th annual United States Open Music Competition (USOMC) recently held in Oakland.

Since 1992, the competition has worked to promote the best of classical talent among young musicians, including all aspects of classical repertoire in solo, duet, ensemble and concerto events.

The USOMC bills itself as an organization “dedicated to creating an environment where local, national and international students of all levels strive to achieve musical excellence.” The organization continues to grow from increasing public support and is known for maintaining the high quality of a top-notch piano competition.

Among the Harker students who placed well in the respected competition were: Kai-Ming Ang, grade 4, Kai-Siang Ang, grade 7, Amy Jin, grade 6, Andrew Jin, grade 9, Sanjana Kaundinya, grade 9,  Alexander Mo, grade 7, Brandon Mo, grade 6, and Andy Semenza, grade 6.