Congratulations to Durham’s Best 2020 Finalists.
Finalists - 2020
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Diva Dave
Music has always had a big role in Diva’s life. She is part of her high school choir and would like to thank her family and teachers for encouraging her. Diva was a finalist in Durham’s Best 2018.
Ashley Mackrell
Ashley was a finalist in Durham’s Best 2019. She is really interested in music, along with art, writing, and working on cars. One of her biggest influences is her Mom.
Claire Lumley
Claire is involved at school and in her local community with a variety of musical groups. She performs at open mics and looks forward to having more experience singing in front of audiences.
Mariah Martin
Mariah trains with a vocal coach and was a Durham’s Best Junior Finalist in 2018. She has performed as Annie, as well as many other roles and is a two time SASS finalist.
Janest Calubayan
Janest expresses herself through music and writing. Janest was a finalist in Durham’s Best 2019 and feels music helps her understand and express her feelings.
Raven Jackson
Raven loves singing and performing live. She plays flute, piano, and guitar. She performs often at her school and was a finalist in Durham’s Best 2019.
Alex Draggfy
Alex has been playing piano and singing since the age of 7. She is part of a band where she takes music lessons and was a finalist in Durham’s Best 2018 (Junior) and 2019.
Junior Finalists - 2020
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Joel Schmidt
Joel debuted two years ago as Lawrence in ‘School of Rock The Musical’ with VIP Uxbridge. In Joel’s free time he likes to play guitar and ukulele, play tennis, hockey, soccer and run track.
Lynnea Slaughter
Lynnea is proud to have won the art award at her school twice this year. Song lyrics make her feel many emotions which she feels is one of the most important parts of music.
Adrianna Hopman
Adrianna is proud to have been accepted into the All Saints Arts and Media Program for Vocals in Whitby. Adrianna was a Durham's Best Finalist in 2016 and 2019; and shot a Music Video in 2018.
The pool of talented singers from schools across Durham Region was outstanding. Thanks to all who auditioned and we hope to see you again next year.