Local Athens Student Triumphs in Prestigious Singing Competition at UT Tyler

Daniel Holmes, an Athens resident and music composition student at The University of Texas at Tyler, has won first place in the adult category of both the musical theater and classical divisions at the 2024 National Association of Teachers of Singing-DFW Chapter Conference. He also reached the finals for the Jennifer Glidden Singer of the Year award, which recognizes the top singer in the NATS-DFW chapter competition.

The University of Texas at Tyler is proud of Holmes' accomplishments. Dr. Sarah Roberts, the interim director of the UT Tyler School of Performing Arts, congratulated Holmes and expressed optimism about his future as he continues his studies at UT Tyler.

Holmes is currently studying under Dr. Sooah Park, a music associate professor. He is set to graduate with a Bachelor of Music in composition from UT Tyler in spring 2026.

The National Association of Teachers of Singing, founded in 1944, promotes singing excellence through teaching, performance, scholarship, and research. It offers various learning opportunities, including workshops, internships, master classes, and conferences.

The University of Texas at Tyler, a doctoral research institution recognized by Carnegie and a national university according to U.S. News & World Report, provides over 90 undergraduate and graduate programs to nearly 10,000 students. It aims to enhance educational and health care outcomes in East Texas and beyond, with campuses in Tyler, Longview, Palestine, and Houston.

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