Mississippi University for Women music student Biraj Adhikari received first place for the state of Mississippi at the Music Teachers National Association Student Competition.
Adhikari is a junior music major with a concentration in composition.
For the competition, Adhikari composed a violin duet titled “The Rising.”
Adhikari also plays instruments including piano and guitar. He is also a Chamber Singer.
The MTNA competition is an annual event that begins with state competitions. It is open to all college student composers in U.S.
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