San Antonio, January 27, 2026
Vincent Garcia-Hettinger, a talented 16-year-old cellist from San Antonio, is prominently featured on the album ‘From the Top 25’, produced by the well-known NPR program ‘From the Top’. This album presents a compilation of performances by young classical musicians from across the U.S. Garcia-Hettinger performs the piece ‘Auerbach: Three Dances in the Old Style, Op. 54: I. Andantino scherzando’. The album is now available for streaming on major platforms like Apple Music and Spotify.
San Antonio Cellist Featured on ‘From the Top 25’ Album
San Antonio, Texas – Vincent Garcia-Hettinger, a 16-year-old cellist from San Antonio, is featured on the newly released album, From the Top 25, produced by the acclaimed NPR program ‘From the Top’. The album, available on major streaming platforms since January 8, 2026, showcases performances by young classical musicians from across the United States.
Album Highlights
The album includes a diverse range of classical pieces performed by emerging artists. Notable tracks featuring Garcia-Hettinger are:
- Ravel: Gaspard de la nuit, M.55: I. Ondine – Pianist Saehyun Kim, 16, from Boston, Massachusetts and South Korea.
- Schumann: Piano Quintet in E-flat Major, Op. 44: I. Allegro brillante – Cellist Elijah de la Motte, 19, violinist Naomi de la Motte, violist Pearl de la Motte, 21, from New York, New York with violinist Gil Shaham & pianist Orli Shaham.
- Auerbach: Three Dances in the Old Style, Op. 54: I. Andantino scherzando – Cellist Vincent Garcia-Hettinger, 16, from San Antonio, Texas with violinist Charles Yang.
- Kreisler: Praeludium and Allegro (in the style of Pugnani) – Violinist Jane Story, 16, from Stevens Point, Wisconsin with pianist Tom Waegli.
- Brahms: Clarinet Trio in A Minor, Op. 114: IV. Allegro – Cellist Noah Chung-Igelman, 14, from New York, New York with pianist Peter Dugan & clarinetist Anthony McGill.
- Thielemans: Bluesette (arr. Dyens) – Guitarist Laurel Harned, 17, from Redlands, California.
- Bach: Concerto for Oboe & Violin in C Minor, BWV 1060R: III. Allegro – Oboist Spencer Rubin, 16, from Woodbury, New York with pianist Peter Dugan & violinist Tessa Lark.
- Glinka: The Lark – Masanobu Pires, 11, from Sharon, Massachusetts.
- Coleman: Portraits of Langston: VI. Harlem’s Summer Night – Flutist Anika Veda, 17, from Palatine, Illinois with pianist Peter Dugan & clarinetist Alex Laing.
- Cassadó: Piano Trio in C Major: III. Recitativo – The Aveta Trio: cellist Elliott Kim, 16, violinist Eunseo Oh, 16, pianist Sarah Yuan, 16 from San Francisco, California.
- Rhyuhn Green: Symbiosis – Pianist/Composer Rhyuhn Green, 17, from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- Gabriel/Habershon: Will the Circle Be Unbroken (lyrics by Ada R Habershon) – Performed by various artists.
About ‘From the Top’
‘From the Top’ is a nationally recognized program that highlights the talents of young classical musicians across the United States. The ‘From the Top 25’ album commemorates the program’s 25th anniversary and features a selection of performances from its archives.
Availability
From the Top 25 is available for streaming on all major platforms, including Apple Music and Spotify. Listeners can enjoy a diverse array of classical music performed by some of the most promising young artists in the country.
Contact Information
For more information about the album or the artists featured, please visit the official ‘From the Top’ website. For media inquiries, contact the ‘From the Top’ press office at [email protected].
FAQ
Who is Vincent Garcia-Hettinger?
Vincent Garcia-Hettinger is a 16-year-old cellist from San Antonio, Texas, featured on the album From the Top 25.
What is the album From the Top 25?
The album is produced by the acclaimed NPR program ‘From the Top’ and showcases performances by young classical musicians from across the United States.
When was From the Top 25 released?
The album was released on January 8, 2026.
Where can I listen to From the Top 25?
From the Top 25 is available for streaming on all major platforms, including Apple Music and Spotify.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Album Title | From the Top 25 |
| Release Date | January 8, 2026 |
| Featured Artist | Vincent Garcia-Hettinger, 16-year-old cellist from San Antonio, Texas |
| Notable Tracks Featuring Garcia-Hettinger | Auerbach: Three Dances in the Old Style, Op. 54: I. Andantino scherzando |
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