The results for the Georges Bizet International Music Competition 2026 Season 1 are now announced!

The Georges Bizet International Music Competition presents the award results for the 2026 Season 1, recognising musicians, composers, and conductors from around the world for their achievements across performance, composition, conducting, and music research. This season reflects a broad international scope and a diverse range of musical disciplines.

About the Competition

The Georges Bizet International Music Competition is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging musical achievement in performance, composition, conducting, and scholarly work. Inspired by the legacy of Georges Bizet, the Competition welcomes musicians from diverse cultural and artistic backgrounds, encouraging artistic clarity, expressive depth, and creative individuality. Through global participation and professional recognition, the Competition supports artistic and professional development within the international music community.

Full List of Winners — 2026 Season 1

(Alphabetical order by first name)

Aiden Li, Violin, from Australia

Brian Morris, Flute, from Jamaica

Davide Bilabini, Violin, from Italy

Davide Bilabini & Marianna Zanni, Duo di Violini, from Italy

Demir Akar, Piano, from Türkiye

Jungmin Allison Kim, Piano, from United States

Kamal Benjelloun, Composition “Loving Grace”, from USA

Lambert Tang, Clarinet, from Australia

Lew Gondipalli, Composition “The Soccer Game for Piano”, from United States

Li Rong & Jiang Xuerui, Piano, from China

Lila Layla Karaman, Harp, from Turkey

Luca Franzetti, Conducting, from Italy

Lynn Sung, Violin, from South Korea

Massimo Ostillio, Composition “Concert Étude in F Minor, Op. 1 No. 1 ‘The Storm’”, from Italy

Qiuchen Li, Conducting, from China

Rosa Bugarin, Cello, from France

Sehun Kim, Double Bass, from Korea

Yixin Yang, Academic Writing, from China

Join the Next Season

Registration for the next season is now open.

Musicians, composers, conductors, and researchers worldwide are invited to participate and present their work through an international platform.

👉 Register here: https://www.bizetcompetition.com/

Winners