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.

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.

Young cellist Zhisheng Wang from Shanghai wins the Absolute First Prize and Special Prize for Excellent Technique at the 2025 Golden Prestige International Music Competition, performing Schumann’s Adagio and Allegro. Discover his musical journey, training, and inspirations in this exclusive interview.

Mikayel Hakobyan, a young violinist from Armenia, proudly displays his medal, certificate, and winner’s badge after earning First Prize in the World Master Open Music Competition 2025 Season 3. Hear his heartfelt acceptance speech and learn about this prestigious international online contest.

Korean young clarinetist Kevin J. Hong from Eaglebrook School won First Prize and the Special Prize for Excellent Musicianship at the Golden Prestige International Music Competition 2025 Season 3. In this interview, he shares his musical journey, dedication, practice routine, and the inspiration behind his award-winning performance of Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto K. 622.

Rebecca Abrego from BelCanto Music School, USA, received First Prize in the Modern B category at the Vivaldi International Music Competition 2025 Season 2. 🎶

Flavia Di Lio from Italy was awarded the First Prize and Special Prize for Excellent Musicianship in the 2025 Season 3 of the Golden Prestige International Music Competition. Read her acceptance speech and learn more about this prestigious online music event.

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.