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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Spanish flutist Ainoa González Rabanal shares her artistic journey and emotional interpretation of Taktakishvili’s Sonata for Flute and Piano. From joy to struggle to hope, she discusses how music becomes a voice of the soul, reflecting her award-winning experience at the Golden Prestige International Music Competition.

Quartet Volatus, the Japanese string quartet from Toho Gakuen School of Music, wins the Beethoven International Music Competition UK 2025 with their performance of Mendelssohn’s String Quartet No. 2.

Discover the inspiring journey of Dr. Utako Tanigawa, who returned to music after a 45-year hiatus, winning top honors at the 2025 UK International Music Competition.

Polish flutist Anna Naróg, Diamond Prize winner of the World Exceptional Musicians Competition 2025, reflects on her path, artistry, and future dreams in this exclusive interview.

Polish pianist Urszula Świerczyńska received the Platinum Prize at the Best Classical Musicians Awards 2025 for her album Hear the Time. In this interview, she shares insights on her creative process, inspirations, and collaborations with fellow musicians.

Explore the musical journey of Alex Solely, a pianist and composer from Serbia, and his award-winning piano composition “Fuss,” inspired by the rhythms of Istanbul. Learn about his creative process, performances, and recognition at the 2025 Season 3 World Master Open Music Competition.

Benjamin Roberts, awarded the Diamond Prize at the 2025 Erik Satie International Music Competition, shares the inspiration behind his work Judaean Exultations and his creative process arranging it for the USAF Band of the Golden West.