Milton Dávila Jr. 

NPRDP 2026 Honoree: Rising Star

Bio:

Milton Dávila Jr. is an exceptionally talented young musician from Puerto Rico, recognized internationally as a child prodigy. He began his musical education at the age of four. As a multi-instrumentalist, Milton performs both Guitar and Piano with extraordinary skill and

maturity. His rapid rise in classical and popular music, his international acclaim, and his historic admission with a scholarship to the Yehudi Menuhin School in London position him as one of the most promising young musicians of his generation.

Milton Dávila Jr. es un joven músico de Puerto Rico con un talento excepcional, reconocido internacionalmente como un niño prodigio. Comenzó su educación musical a los cuatro años. Milton es un multiinstrumentista que interpreta la guitarra y el piano con una destreza y madurez extraordinarias. Su rápido ascenso en la música clásica y popular, su reconocimiento internacional y su histórica admisión con beca en la Yehudi Menuhin School de Londres lo posicionan como uno de los músicos jóvenes más prometedores de su generación.

"It is a profound honor to be recognized as the 2026 Rising Star of this year’s National

Puerto Rican Day Parade. This distinction holds deep meaning for me, not only as a

musician, but as a proud son of Puerto Rico.

As I join a small group of young musicians from around the World at the Yehudi Menuhin

School in London, I carry with me the spirit of our island and the “Muchas Voces” (Many

Voices) that define our People—Voices of Resilience, Passion, And Cultural Pride.

Being the first Puerto Rican and the first Latin American accepted into this prestigious

institution is both a privilege and a responsibility I embrace with humility. I am committed to honoring my heritage in every note I play.

To represent Puerto Rico on Fifth Avenue in New York City and in London—two of the

World’s great Cultural Stages—is truly a dream come true. I am deeply grateful to the Board

of Directors for this recognition and the opportunity to celebrate our culture through music.

Above all, I give thanks to God for His infinite grace and blessings, which continue to guide

my journey."

Socials:

Website: www.miltondavilajr.com

Insta @miltondavila26

YouTube Milton Davila@miltondavila7122

Facebook @milondavilajr

TikTok @miltondavilaguitar