The Department of Music and Theatre at Iowa State University proudly celebrates the outstanding achievements of its voice students at the Central Region National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) Competition and Conference, held October 31–November 1, 2025, at Illinois State University.
Eight ISU voice majors represented the university at this prestigious event, which brings together collegiate singers from Iowa, Illinois, and Missouri to celebrate excellence in vocal performance and pedagogy.
Four ISU students advanced to the semi-final round, with two students earning first-place honors in their respective categories.
Camden Stone, senior, won 1st place in the Upper College Tenor, Baritone, and Bass category.
Isabella Morales, senior, won 1st place in the Upper College Treble Voice category.
Both Camden and Isabel now advance to compete at the national level of the NATS competition, representing Iowa State among the top collegiate vocalists in the country.
“These remarkable results are a testament to the talent, dedication, and hard work of our students and the extraordinary mentorship of our voice faculty,” said Brad Dell, Chair of the Department of Music and Theatre. “Our voice faculty are among the most accomplished and caring educators in the field, fostering a supportive, high-achieving community that helps our students grow as both artists and people. We are immensely proud of our students’ accomplishments and of the faculty who so skillfully guide their success.”
The Department of Music and Theatre congratulates Cam, Isabel, and all the ISU voice majors who participated in this year’s competition for their exemplary performances and their commitment to musical excellence.
