Bartosz Krzyśka from Poznań, Poland, brings the soulful voice of the bassoon to life through his award-winning interpretation of Kalliwoda’s Variations and Rondo in B major. Honored with the Platinum Prize and Unique Interpretation Special Award at the World Classical Music Awards 2025, his journey reveals the expressive depth and lyrical warmth of this often-overlooked instrument.

Spanish flutist Ainoa González Rabanal captivates audiences with her expressive artistry, earning top honors at both the World Grand Prix International Music Contest and the Music Talent Award 2025. Her musical journey reflects dedication, emotion, and a deep love for performance.

Discover the inspiring journey of Lya Azul Núñez Pirez, a young pianist from Cuba, as she shines at the World Grand Prix International Music Contest, sharing her passion, dedication, and love for piano performance.

Lim Kiong Pin from Singapore shares the inspiration behind his Platinum Prize-winning arrangement “Basically Bass”, highlighting mid-to-low instruments and celebrating their often-overlooked voices at the World Grand Prix International Music Contest 2025 Season 3.

Brian Kindig Hanson shares the inspiration behind his prize-winning composition “Dengang Svaner Regerede Verd” and his journey to winning the Absolute First Prize at the 14th Bach International Music Competition UK 2025 Season 3.

Pantawan Saeheng from Thailand wins the Platinum Prize and Distinguished Interpretation Special Award at the 2025 World Grand Prix International Music Contest for her outstanding guzheng performance.

Elena Rezzaro, a composer and pianist from Lonigo, Italy, was awarded the Silver Prize for her composition The Kinetic Daisy at the World Classical Music Awards (WCMA) 2025 Season 3. In her acceptance speech, she shares her gratitude and her belief in the importance of bringing contemporary music to listeners.

Jaechung Kim - Art Farm LK proudly received the Platinum Prize in the Opera and Music Video categories at the World Classical Music Awards (WCMA) 2025 Season 3 for Opera Kalea Butalsoro. In this Winner’s Speech, the artists reflect on how opera and classical music convey messages of humanity, nature, and hope, while celebrating their artistic achievements.

Slovak composer Ľubor Bačík, winner of the Platinum Prize at the Universal Stars Music Competition 2025, shares his creative journey in the composition Conversation with a Poet. In this exclusive interview, he discusses his unique process of exploring the unconscious through music, the philosophical dialogue between musician and poet in his work, and his thoughts on the role of composers in today’s digital age.

10-year-old Laura Maria Moskal from Vilnius, Lithuania, was awarded the Platinum Prize and the Unique Musical Character Special Award in the Junior Voice category at the 15th Universal Stars Music Competition (2025 Season 3). In this exclusive interview, Laura shares her journey in piano and vocal training, her daily practice routine, and her dreams of performing on big stages and sharing her music with the world. The interview is kindly provided by her mother, Regina Žukovsk

South Korean composer Joochan Kim won the Absolute First Prize at the World Melody Music Competition 2025 with his composition Toccata for Piano Solo. In this interview, he shares the inspiration, creative process, and artistic vision behind his award-winning work.

Polish ensemble Bacewicz Duo, violinist Maciej Gryiel and pianist Lena Juszkiewicz, won the Diamond Prize at the 15th Universal Stars Music Competition (2025 Season 3). Discover their journey, artistic vision, and insights into duo performance in this exclusive interview.

Italian composer Concetta Seila Mammoccio wins First Prize and Great Creativity Special Prize at the World Melody Music Competition 2025 for her composition Maledictus Sigillum, presented as an artistic video production.

Spanish crossover tenor Álvaro Chaves Morales, Diamond Prize winner in the Opera Voice category at the Universal Stars Music Competition 2025, shares insights into his artistic journey, his approach to blending classical technique with contemporary Catalan expression, and reflections on his musical experiences and future goals.

Kevin Cao, a young violinist from the United States and student of Dr. Yera Lee Violin Studio, shares his gratitude and reflections in his winner’s speech after receiving Second Prize in the Young Artist (Age 14–17) Category at the UK International Music Competition 2025, Season 3.

The Oceanus Piano Trio from Singapore — pianist Hong Xiang, violinist Gabriel, and cellist Hong Tzin — share their journey, rehearsal process, and experience winning the Platinum Prize at the 2025 Couperin International Music Competition.

Turkish classical guitarist Nisan Şekerci is honored with the Merit Guitarist of the Season (Young Artist Category) at the International Music Leadership Award 2025 Season 2. Watch her heartfelt acceptance speech.

The Ida Trio from Germany has won the Diamond Prize in the Chamber Music category at the 2025 Couperin International Music Competition. In this exclusive interview, the young ensemble shares their journey of friendship, girl power, and their award-winning performance of Shostakovich’s Piano Trio No. 2.

Discover pianist Arjun Ayyangar from New Jersey, USA, who received First Prize in the Best Mozart Category at the 2025 Season 2 Mozart International Music Competition UK, featuring his performance of Mozart’s Piano Sonata No. 10 in C major, K. 330.

Swedish composer Natalie Schäfer wins the Absolute First Prize at the Mozart International Music Competition UK 2025 Season 2 for her composition Pink Speckles. In this exclusive interview, she shares the inspiration behind her work, collaboration with the Lumis Ensemble, and her journey as a composer navigating today’s digital music landscape.