Soprano Shiyu Zhuo ’24 MM and Tenor Morgan Mastrangelo ’25 MM Win 2026 Sullivan Awards

Published on October 26, 2026

NEC alumni soprano Shiyu Zhuo ’24 MM and tenor Morgan Mastrangelo ’25 MM have been named recipients of the 2026 William Matheus Sullivan Musical Foundation Audition Awards. Both singers were among eight artists selected to receive $11,000 Sullivan Awards, which also make recipients eligible for continued role preparation support.

Established through the estate of New York attorney and music patron William Matheus Sullivan, the Foundation has supported emerging singers through grants and awards since 1957, recognizing more than 1,125 vocalists to date. The awards provide financial support and professional development opportunities for promising performers as they advance their operatic careers.

Congratulations to Zhiyu and Morgan on this accomplishment!

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