Achievements
Student Achievements
Growing Through Music
Celebrating the dedication, artistry, and accomplishments of our students across orchestras, honor bands, festivals, and national competitions.
2026 Highlights
Excellence in Every Note
Our students continue to earn recognition through competitive ensembles, festivals, and selective performance opportunities throughout Colorado.
Featured Achievements
Selected Highlights
Yunah Kim — Young Artists Orchestra
Selected for the Denver Young Artists Orchestra, one of the region's leading youth orchestral programs.
Nicholas Yang — Principal Second Flute
Selected for the Colorado All-State Orchestra and appointed Principal Second Flute.
Claire Wang & Nicholas Yang
Both students were selected for the Colorado All-State Band, representing the highest level of statewide high-school band recognition.
2026
Current AchievementsNina Hong
Recognized through the Rising Stars Festival.
4 of 9 Flute Chairs
Four Cherry Creek Flute Academy students earned flute chairs in the ensemble.
Yunah Kim
Selected as First Chair Flute.
Yunah Kim & Claire Wang
Selected for the University of Colorado High School Honor Band.
Emily Zhang
Selected for the CCSD Middle School Honor Band.
2025
Student RecognitionYunah Kim
Selected for the Colorado All-State Orchestra.
Claire Wang & Yunah Kim
Selected for the University of Colorado High School Honor Band.
3 of 9 Flute Chairs
Three Cherry Creek Flute Academy students earned flute chairs in the ensemble.
2024
Student Recognition2024 Alternates
Students recognized as alternates for the University of Colorado High School Honor Band.
2022–2021
National CompetitionJunior Soloist Competition — 1st Place
First Place in the National Flute Association Junior Soloist Competition.
Junior Soloist Competition — 3rd Place
Third Place in the National Flute Association Junior Soloist Competition.
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Congratulations to Yunah Kim on being accepted into the Young Artists Orchestra of the Denver Young Artists Orchestra for the 2026–2027 season! After performing with the Conservatory Orchestra, the organization's second-highest youth orchestra, for the past two years, Yunah has earned a well-deserved promotion to the Young Artists Orchestra, DYAO's premier youth ensemble. Comprised of many of Colorado's most accomplished young musicians, the Young Artists Orchestra is highly competitive and represents the highest level of youth orchestral performance in the state. Yunah's consistent dedication, exceptional musical growth, and artistry have made this achievement well deserved. We are incredibly proud of her accomplishment and look forward to her continued success.
Congratulations to Nina Hong on her outstanding achievement at the 2026 Rising Star Competition! Nina was recognized with awards in both the Solo and Ensemble divisions, demonstrating her exceptional musicianship, artistry, and dedication. We are incredibly proud of her accomplishment and look forward to seeing her continued success.
Congratulations to Claire Wang and Nicholas Yang on their outstanding achievements at the 2026 Colorado All State Band Auditions! Claire earned 2nd Chair among all 1st flutes, while Nicholas was awarded 1st Chair among all 2nd flutes, placing both students in leadership positions within their respective flute sections. Their exceptional musicianship, dedication, and consistent hard work have led to this remarkable accomplishment. We are incredibly proud of Claire and Nicholas for representing their schools and our studio at such a high level, and we look forward to their continued success.
Congratulations to Nicholas Yang on his outstanding achievement at the 2026 Colorado All State Orchestra Auditions! Nicholas has been selected as Principal Second Flute of the Philharmonic Orchestra, one of the highest honors available for young musicians in Colorado. The Colorado All State Orchestra is an exceptionally competitive ensemble, with only the most accomplished student musicians from across the state earning a place through a rigorous audition process. We are incredibly proud of Nicholas for this remarkable accomplishment, which reflects his dedication, musical growth, and commitment to excellence. Congratulations, Nicholas!
Congratulations to the students selected for the 2026 Cherry Creek School District High School Honor Band. Four of our students earned chairs in this highly competitive ensemble, an impressive 4 out of the 9 total chairs available across the entire district. This remarkable achievement is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and excellence.
Congratulations to Yunah Kim for being selected as First Chair Flute in the Conservatory Orchestra of the Denver Young Artists Orchestra for all repertoire this season. Yunah has also held the First Chair position in past seasons.
Congratulations to Yunah Kim and Claire Wang for being selected for the 2026 University of Colorado High School Honor Band!
Congratulations to Emily Zhang, who earned placement in the Cherry Creek School District Middle School Honor Band 2026 after only 3 months since she started to learn the flute, outperforming peers with years of experience. So proud of you!
2025 Colorado All State Orchestra Audition Results:
Congratulations to Yunah Kim, Principal Second Flute of the Philharmonic Orchestra!
Congratulations to Claire Wang and Yunah Kim for being selected for the 2025 University of Colorado High School Honor Band!
Congratulations to the students selected for the 2025 Cherry Creek School District High School Honor Band. 3 of our students earned chairs in this highly competitive ensemble, an impressive 3 out of the 9 total chairs available across the entire district. This remarkable achievement is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and excellence.
Congratulations for being selected for the 2024 University of Colorado High School Honor Band Alternates!
Congratulations on winning 1st Place in the 2022 National Flute Association Junior Soloist Competition!
Congratulations on winning 3rd Place in the 2021 National Flute Association Junior Soloist Competition!