Two Claremont High School alums are taking their talents to an international stage, and we couldn’t be prouder. Singer, cellist Azalea Segura Mora (CHS ’20) and guitarist, vocalist Norma Rodriguez (CHS ’20), performing as Asália y Norma, have advanced to the final round of “MEXICO CANTA: por la Paz y Contra las Adicciones,” a historic binational music competition celebrating songs of peace and anti-addiction.
Azalea and Norma first met in the CHS Orchestra and later co-founded the student band Corazón de Melón, winning CHS Battle of the Bands two years in a row. Since graduation, they have continued creating bilingual, original music. Azalea’s UC San Diego band “Alegrias” was recognized as an NPR Tiny Desk runner-up.
Watch Live & Show Your Support
Finale Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. PT
How to Watch: Tune in live on YouTube by searching “Canal 22 Mexico Canta – Episodio Final.”
About the Competition
Launched this year to spotlight positive, youth-driven music, MEXICO CANTA drew more than 15,000 applicants ages 18 to 30 from across Mexico and the United States. Asália y Norma earned a place among eight regional finalists, representing the Western USA with their signature blend of bilingual lyrics, acoustic guitar, rich vocal harmonies, and cello.
Proud of Our Wolfpack
Claremont Unified School District celebrates Azalea and Norma for exemplifying our core values of Excellence, Equity, Innovation, and Integrity. Their achievement highlights the power of arts education and the dedicated teachers, mentors, and families who help students turn curiosity into craft.
Please join us in cheering for Asália y Norma as they share their message of peace and unity with an international audience. Go, Wolfpack!