Winner’s Speech | Isabelle Elston | Vivaldi International Music Competition 2025
- WOMCO
- Nov 10
- 1 min read
Young violinist Isabelle Elston from the United States received the Absolute First Prize and the Vivaldi Unique Personality Special Prize in the Junior (Age 8–10) Category at the 2025 Season 3 Vivaldi International Music Competition.
"My name is Isabelle Elston and I want to say thank you for Vivaldi International Music Competition for giving me a chance to say I won an international competition and be proud about myself."
In her heartfelt message, Isabelle expressed her deep gratitude to those who have supported her musical journey. She especially thanked her violin teacher, Daniel Yue, for guiding her to play the violin the right way, and her mother for accompanying her through countless hours of practice. Isabelle also expressed appreciation to her sister, Gabrielle, for her patience during those practice sessions. Finally, she thanked her father, Sean, for helping her manage her emotions and for introducing her to meditation, which has become an important part of her growth as a young musician.
🎤 Acceptance Speech – Isabelle Elston
The Vivaldi International Music Competition is an online competition open to musicians of all ages worldwide. Founded in honour of Antonio Vivaldi, the competition provides a global platform for musicians to showcase their talent, gain international recognition, and support their artistic development in the digital era. 🌏 Learn more: www.vivaldicompetition.com