For most musicians, performing at Carnegie Hall is a dream that takes a lifetime to achieve. For 15-year-old Corinne Vogel, a sophomore at Lake Minneola High School, that dream is already coming true.
Corinne has been selected to join the High School Honors Performance Series at Carnegie Hall, where she will perform as part of the Honors Concert Choir in February 2026. The prestigious program brings together some of the most talented young performers from across the world.
Earning a spot in the Honors Performance Series is no small feat. Corinne auditioned earlier this year and was accepted following a rigorous review by the Honors Selection Board. Her selection reflects not only her vocal talent, but also her years of hard work, dedication, and passion for the arts.
A high-achieving student with a 4.1 GPA, Corinne has been studying music for more than seven years. She is an active member of both the Lake Minneola High School Choir and Theatre programs and Caponi’s School of the Arts, where she also volunteers, mentoring younger performers who share her love of the stage.
Corinne made her professional debut last year in Winnie’s Rock Cauldron Cabaret at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, and she’s performed in numerous school and community theatre productions, earning recognition for her vocal and theatrical performances. When she’s not on stage, she channels her creativity online as a digital content creator, sharing her love for music and theatre through storytelling.
When asked about her upcoming Carnegie Hall performance, Corinne’s excitement was unmistakable.
“I’m honestly so excited and grateful to be chosen for the Honors Performance Series!” she said. “Performing at Carnegie Hall has always been a dream of mine, and I can’t believe it’s actually happening. I can’t wait to meet other students who love music as much as I do and to learn from such amazing directors.”
In February, Corinne will travel to New York City to rehearse and perform with fellow student musicians from around the globe. Under the direction of world-renowned conductors, they’ll spend several days refining their craft before taking the stage at the legendary Carnegie Hall — a venue known for hosting some of the greatest performers in history.
“Being selected to the Honors Performance Series is something each finalist should be extremely proud of accomplishing,” said Marion Gomez, Music Director for the program. “We processed nearly 10,000 nominations this year and have selected the most talented student performers from around the world. Working with these conductors and performing at these renowned music halls is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that these musicians will never forget.”
The Honors Performance Series, presented by WorldStrides, was created to showcase outstanding young musicians and provide them with an international platform to grow artistically.
The Honors Concert Choir performance is open to the public, and tickets will be available for purchase approximately 60 days before the event through the Carnegie Hall Box Office.
For more information, visit honorsperformance.org and worldstrides.com.
