YOUNG COMPOSER Avery Francisco wins 2nd place in Mizzou competition

East Elementary 5th grader Avery Francisco was recognized in April 2026 for her outstanding instrumental composition, “Grün Regen (Green Rain),” during the 2026 Creating Original Music Project at University of Missouri School of Music. Avery earned 2nd place in the Elementary Instrumental category for her original work.

As part of this prestigious honor, her composition was performed by students from the University of Missouri School of Music, and she received a $200 award in recognition of her achievement.