14 Nov AVS Member Dr. Peijun “June” Xu Featured in The Strad’s December 2026 Issue
AVS member Dr. Peijun “June” Xu, a violist, music educator, and Chair of the ASTACAP National Committee of the American String Teachers Association, is featured in the December 2026 issue of The Strad (Vol. 137, No. 1640).
Her commissioned Opinion article, “More Than a Prize” (p. 21), explores how music competitions can balance recognizing artistic excellence with supporting musicians’ long-term development. The article emphasizes meaningful feedback, educational opportunities, and professional connections as essential elements of a competition’s lasting value.
Dr. Xu is also featured on the issue’s Contributors page (p. 8), which highlights her work in music education and international music competition organization.
For more information or to access the December 2026 issue, please visit The Strad’s official website: https://www.thestrad.com/