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< Back Carla Algeri Bandoneon Learn More Videos About Carla Algeri was born in Almirante Brown, Buenos Aires, Carla studied with legendary Maestro Osvaldo Pugliese and she is direct disciple of Maestro Rodolfo Mederos and Maestro Néstor Marconi. Carla obtained her Master's Degree in Latin American Composers at UNAM and Conducting Youth Orchestras and Choirs at UNA National University of Arts, in addition to her studies at National University of La Plata UNLP at the Faculty of Engineering. She was also trained in Learning Pedagogy at the Violeta de Gainza and Gladys Esperanza School. Carla is Professor at the Universidad de Artes Network, Colombia, in extracurricular activities of the Faculty of Arts. Carla is Director and founder of Polo Bandoneón a Cultural Center for the preservation and dissemination of the Bandoneón as the axis of the Patrimonial Culture of the Río de La Plata. As a Cultural Advisor of the City of Buenos Aires, she is carrying out important concerts, museum activities, master classes at Universities in Colombia and Portugal about the language of Tango. Carla is member of the International Arts Council and in charge of the Bandonium Foundation and responsible for the Patrimonialization of Tango at UNESCO. Outstanding personality of the culture of the City of Buenos Aires, Carla received the Order of the Mano Blanca Mailbox and also awarded the key to the City of Miami from Miami’s Mayor Office for her work in Culture. The municipalities of Santuario, Medellín, Pereira, Andes, Jericó, Buga, Santa Fé de Antioquia, Bucaramanga, and other cities in Colombia, offered her different recognitions. Tango Cultural Ambassador of the City of Buenos Aires and her native municipality Almirante Brown and currently Member of the International Academy of History and Communication Sciences. Among her recordings can be mentioned: Rodolfo Mederos Typical Orchestra 2006; “Gardel's Seventy” together with Juanjo Domínguez 2007; Carla Algeri Quintet “Tribute Album” 2012; “Balada del Alba” with Chico Novarro 2013; “Response” for bandoneon, piano and symphony orchestra. “Tribute to Aníbal Troilo” 2015; “When you are not here” , bandoneon and string orchestra, “Tribute to Carlos Gardel” 2015; “Memories of a Bandoneón” 2016 a symphonic recording nominated for the “Buenos Aires Gardel Awards”. “Together 20 years” , 2019 with Armando de la Vega. “Two and two are three” 2020, Trio with Armando de la Vega and Rafael Gintoli. “Testament of a Mozart Milonguero” 2021 with bandoneon octet. “Tribute to Piazzolla” 2022 for Trio with Rafael Gintoli and Armando de la Vega. “Gray of Absence” 2022. Duet with Leonardo Marconi. “Song of October” 2022 with bandoneon Octet, music by Piazzolla. Previous Next

< Back Avguste Antonov Piano, Board Member Learn More Videos About Born in Bulgaria, Avguste Antonov studied piano in Bulgaria (Dobrich), France (Ecole Normale de Paris, Conservatoire de Bordeaux Jacques Thibaud) and the United States (2000: University of Missouri-Kansas City; 2001-2004: University of Kansas; 2006 -2008: Texas Christian University). He studied under the guidance of Alain Motard, Herve N'Kaoua, Robert Weirich, Stanislav Ioudenitch , Jack Winerock and Tamas Ungar . Avguste Antonov also had the privilege of taking masterclasses with Gerhard Oppitz, Jean-Claude Pennetier, Olivier Gardon, Grigory Sokolov, Olga Kern, Laure Favre Kahn, Anton Nel, Roman Rudnytsky and Yoheved Kaplinsky . Pianist Avguste Antonov is at home in all repertoire, with a special interest in the 20th and 21st century music. He has performed World and USA premieres at venues across North America and over the years he has worked with composers Carter Pann, Gregory Hutter, Michael Colgrass, Raina Murnak, Matthew Lewis, Till Meyn, Matthew Saunders, Robert Rollin, William Vollinger and others. Avguste Antonov has performed recitals all over the United States, including Colorado, Kansas, Iowa, Missouri, Florida, Pennsylvania, Texas, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee . He has been featured as soloist with various ensembles including the San Jose State University Wind Symphony, the San Jose Wind Symphony, the University City Symphony, the Alton Symphony Orchestra, the Tulsa Camerata, the Lakeland Community Orchestra, the Jewish Community Orchestra-Portland and the South Kansas Symphony. Concertos performed include Schumann Piano Concerto, Rachmaninoff 2nd, McDowell 2nd, Liszt 2nd, Ravel in G, Gershwin in F, Gershwin "Rhapsody in Blue", Carter Pann "Concerto Logic" and Matthew Saunders "Piano Concerto". In addition to performing, Avguste Antonov is active as lecturer and has presented lectures for the Carrollton Music Teachers Association, Frisco Music Teachers Association, Kansas Music Teachers Association, Oklahoma Music Teachers Association, Wisconsin Music Teachers Association and the Colburn Piano Summer Festival. He is an adjudicator for various international competitions including the ENKOR Piano Competition , the Sound Espressivo Global Competition , the Music International Grand Prix , North American Virtuoso International Music Competition , Royal Music Indonesia 2021 , Grand Maestro International Music Competition and World Classical Music Awards . In 2021, Avguste Antonov was named on the advisory board of the Sound Espressivo Global Competition and in 2022, he became the president of the World Piano Teachers Associations (WPTA) Piano Pedagogy . Previous seasons highlights include a recital at the Bulgarian Ambassador Residence (Washington, DC) the performance of Carter Pann "Concerto Logic" with the San Jose State University Wind Ensemble, a live performance for the Kansas Public Radio , the World and US Premiere of Matthew Saunders "Piano Concerto" with the University City Symphony (University City, MO) and the Lakeland Community Orchestra (Kirtland, OH). In April 2019 Avguste Antonov moved to France. During the year 2019-2020, he was piano professor at the school of music "Couleur Musique" (Bordeaux) and in September 2020, he became professor of piano and accompaniment at the Conservatoire de Châteaubriant . In May 2022, he joined the Euro Arts Academy as professor of piano. Previous Next

< Back Jonathan Lane Conductor/Double Bass Learn More Videos About Jonathan Lane was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. He started music in a public-school music program playing bass. He has an undergraduate degree in Music Education from Arizona State University. His Master’s Degree is in Double Bass performance from the University of Michigan. Additional education includes a Summer Fellowship at Northwestern in Chicago and numerus conducting and orchestra education workshops. Mr. Lane has taught elementary through college music for over 35 years. He was orchestra director at Shawnee Mission East High School for 31 years where he also taught middle school. In that time, the SM East orchestra performed as an Honor Orchestra at; Chicago Mid-West Band and Orchestra Clinic, Music Educator National Conference (MENC), the American String Teachers National (ASTA) convention and Kansas Music Educators Association conference. He has also been a guest clinician and given talks at the Mid- West Band and Orchestra clinic, Missouri Music Teachers Association and ASTA. He has also published articles and the ASTA magazine and the Instrumentalist. He is a contributor to the GIA series of books “Teaching Music Through Performance in Orchestra”. Mr. Lane has been on the faculty of many summer music camps including the Fort Hays and Blue Lake summer music camps. Jon Lane is active as a professional double bass player and teacher. He keeps a private bass studio in the Kansas City area. Former students have gone on the top music schools like Indiana University and Julliard, some have gone on to play in the Hong Kong and the Wichita Symphonies. He has 3 grown children, two granddaughters, he also plays tennis and does yoga. Lane is presently Artists Director of the Westwood Ensemble and orchestra clinician for KC Strings. https://www.westwoodensemble.com/jonathan-lane/ Previous Next

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< Back Previous Charlotte Chan Next Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall November 25, 2025 WATCH VIDEO Charlotte Chan – Violinist Charlotte Chan began her musical journey at the age of five and commenced masterclass studies with Olga Khroulevitch at age nine. Driven by her passion for the violin, she has rapidly developed as a performer and earned awards in numerous regional, national, and international competitions, including the Metropolitan Music Festival, New Asia International Music Competition, American Virtuoso International Music Competition, and the Young Soloist International Competition. Charlotte regularly collaborates with the American Youth Philharmonic Orchestra (AYPO) and has served as Assistant Concertmaster for AYPO’s Prelude Strings and Prelude Violins since 2023. She has also participated in several string and orchestral programs at the Greater Washington Suzuki Institute and performed in chamber music ensembles at Immanuel Christian School, the Peabody Institute, and the Maryland Youth Philharmonic Orchestra (MYCO). An accomplished performer, Charlotte has been invited to play at school, church, and community events, as well as at Carnegie Hall. She thrives in both solo and ensemble settings, cherishing the friendships and experiences that grow from her shared love of music.

< Back Previous Danlei Wang Next Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall November 24, 2025 WATCH VIDEO Danlei Wang is a composer and cellist based in Los Angeles, California. Her music has been performed by ensembles including the World Youth Wind Symphony, the EAMA Resident String Quartet, and musicians from Interlochen and Juilliard. She is the first prize winner of the Music Teachers’ Association of California Composers Today Competition and was named a semifinalist for the 2025 ASCAP Morton Gould Young Composers Award. Danlei’s work reflects a deep engagement with both instrumental color and emotional narrative, drawing on her experience as a performer. She currently serves as a Los Angeles Philharmonic Young Composition Fellow for the 2025–26 academic year.

1 < Back Masters and Masterworks Sound Espressivo invites Musicians of All Ages to celebrate Live Music Performance by participating in the Application Deadline May 15, 2024 at 4:59:00 PM Apply Regulations Masters and Masterworks Competition 2023-24 Music for Youth! Call for Scores by living Composers Performers who wish to present new music Compositions for Piano, Violin, Cello Winners - Scores and Performers - will be presented at the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Gala Concert in 2024-25 concert season Performance at the Carnegie Hall is a Fully Sponsored opportunity, no performance fee required Application Deadline - May 15, 2024 Masters and Masterworks mission is to connect young musicians and living composers on a journey of discovery of Music for Youth! Music for Piano, Violin, or Cello, written for Young Performers. Violin and Cello pieces can be with or without accompaniment. No compositions for chamber ensembles. Compositions for Piano 4Hands are accepted. Awards Up to Three Scores will be selected for a performance at the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall in the 2024-25 concert season, at the Laureates Gala (one composition for Piano, plus one for Violin, plus one for Cello). Up to Three Performers will be selected to perform these compositions at the Carnegie Hall. All performances are fully sponsored by Sound Espressivo, Progressive Musicians, and Virtual Concert Halls. There is NO PERFORMANCE FEE required, for Winners to perform at the Gala concert at Carnegie Hall (travel and accommodations in NY City are the responsibility of the Winner) . In addition to the performance, all Winners (Composers and Performers) will receive: A Carnegie Hall Archival DIGITAL VIDEO of their performance (see Regulations for acceptable uses as per by Carnegie Hall rules) Medal Certificate Full color brochure (digital and printed) Complimentary ticket An Interview by Steve Robinson, a world renowned producer of Photos Letters of recommendation and other support Professional Portfolio packets available upon request Judges decisions are final and cannot be disputed. Not all Prizes may be awarded. Application and Audition Process Preliminary Round Composers submit scores. One score per Application. Duration limit - 5 min Performers submit video of any composition of their choice. Time limit - 10 min Results Composers: Up to 6 scores will be selected for the Final Round (two scores per each instrument) Scores will be published on the websites and made downloadable for Performers. Composers whose pieces were selected will join the Judges Panel as Artistic Advisors (non-voting members). Performers: Up to 12 Finalists will be selected for the Live Round (4 musicians per each instrument). Jury may select Alternates. Finalists will choose a piece which they wish to prepare for the Final Round, from the Finalist scores. Final Round Live performance by 12 Finalists in front of the Judges Panel, on a world-wide Internet TV Broadcast. Judges Panel includes Composers of the pieces which were selected for the Final Round. Composers and Performers will have an opportunity to meet and get to know each other. Judges from around the world provide on-air commentary immediately after each performance. Finalists meet the Judges and can ask questions. Musicians' supporters can write comments which will be shown onscreen Family and friends can watch and be part of your LIVE performance from anywhere in the world. Performer Finalists will receive Technical Preparation session with VCHS Broadcast Directors and Engineers, in preparation for the broadcast, at no additional cost. More about Broadcast technology for musicians here Age Limits Composers: no age limit Performers: 18 and under Application Fee Composers: $75 Performers: $100 Finals Live fee: $0 Winners Performance at Carnegie Hall fee: $0 Important DATES May 15, 2024 - Composers submit scores and Application Deadline June 30, 2024 - Scores selected for Finals are announced August 1, 2024 - Performer Application Deadline (submit a video of any composition) September 1, 2024 - 12 Finalists are announced November 2024 - Tech Preparation sessions for Finalists (no additional fee required) Final Round of the Competition Laureates Gala Concert at Weill recital Hall at Carnegie Hall April 2025 Previous Next

Anthea Dias < Back Anthea Dias Previous Next Anthea Dias India VIOLINIST Anthea Dias , age 16 , from Goa, India, had set her eyes on the violin ever since she was a little girl of two yrs . She is the student of Winston Collaço since she was 6 yrs old . Among her many performances all over India, she has played along with the India National Youth orchestra, and the Bangalore City Chamber Orchestra. Her recitals include one in Delhi accompanied on the piano by World renowned Pianist and conductor Mattheus Fletzberger. and also at the NCPA Mumbai. An inspirational TED speaker at TEDxICTMUMBAI , she has made her debut as a soloist for the Bach A minor concerto back home in Goa.

< Back Nader Abbassi Conductor and Composer Learn More Videos About NADER ABBASSI - Conductor and Composer In his conducting career Nader Abbassi benefits from his wide professional experience as composer, singer and bassoonist. He made his acclaimed conducting-debut in 2002 with Verdi's "Aida" at the pyramids in Giza. His extensive work as an opera-conductor includes: “Maria Golovine”, “Hamlet”, “Un Ballo in Maschera”, “La Belle Helene”, “Aida”, “Carmen” (Marseille Opera House), “Dialogues des Carmelites” (Opéra de Bordeaux), “Aida” (Glimmerglass Festival New York, Thessaloniki Greece, Beijing China), “La Traviata”, “La Bohème” (Ireland & Russia), “Madama Butterfly”, “Barbe Bleue” (Marseille) “Kiss Me Kate” (Geneva). In the course of his career Nader Abbassi has held the positions of artistic director and principal conductor of the following orchestras: Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra, Doha, Katar (2009-2012) Cairo Opera Opera Orchestra, Cairo, Egypt (2002-2011) Under his leadership these orchestras were invited to perform in many tours and festivals in Germany, Austria, France, Netherlands, Greece, South-Korea, China, Oman, Mexico, Argentina. Since 2004 Nader is the musical director of the Orchestre pour la Paix Paris, France. This orchestra was founded by the Argentinian pianist Miguel Estrella and unites young professional musicians from all over the world to promote a peaceful dialogue between different cultures and religions. With the Orchestre pour la Paix Nader Abbassi leads performances at the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Petra (Jordan), the International Court of Justice at De Hague, Théâtre de Châtelet, the Sénat de France. A charismatic artistic leader, commanding a large repertoire of opera, ballet and symphonic music, he is a regular guest conductor at many international opera companies and orchestras, such as: Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Orchestre de Marseille, Orchestre de Bordeaux, Orchestre Symphonique de Bretagne, Glimmerglass Festival NY, Sacramento Philharmonic, Mexico Symphony Orchestra, Royal Opera Oman, Slovenian Philharmonic Orchestra, Lisbon Philharmonic Orchestra. He is a permanent Jury member of the “International Stenhammar Singing Competition” at Norrköping, the UNESCO City of Music in Sweden. Nader Abbassi is the founder and musical director of the United Philharmonic Orchestra & Choir - with whom he performs various concerts and participates in numerous international musical events. In 2021 Maestro Nader Abbassi is the musical director and conductor of two unique historical events in Egypt - each including more than 1000 musicians under his his leadership: The Pharaoh’s Golden Parade - celebrating the journey of 22 Royal mummies through the city of Cairo . The Opening Ceremony of the Antique Sphinx Road at Luxor Both events were globally broadcast and earned wide international recognition. The Sphinx Road also featured several of Nader's original compositions. The compositions of Nader Abbassi are being performed by numerous orchestras in France, Europe, Asia, North- and South America. For his achievements in music and culture Nader Abbassi has received many distinctions and awards: (selection) -Award of Excellency for the Pharao’s Golden Parade by the Ministry of Antiquities and Tourism Egypt -Award of Excellency of the Ministry of Culture Egypt -Award of Honour of the University of Technology and Information, Cairo, Egypt -Award of Lifetime Achievement of the Egyptian State TV -GPIS Award of Excellency -Award of Special Achievements for the Arts, National Academy of Arts Egypt -Award of Achievment for the Young Generation of the Cairo University -Award of Honour of Ain Shams University Previous Next

< Back Previous Alan Ma Next Pianist Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall April 30, 2025 WATCH VIDEO Alan is a dedicated 13-year-old pianist with a deep appreciation for music and artistic expression. He began studying piano at the age of seven and has since built a strong foundation in both classical and contemporary repertoire. Through consistent practice and a love for performance, Alan continues to refine his technique and broaden his musical understanding. Beyond his musical pursuits, Alan maintains an excellent academic record and enjoys exploring literature, technology, and time with family and friends. He aspires to continue his musical journey by composing original works and pursuing a professional career in performance.

< Back Ka Long (Chris) Au Piano, Program Host, Board Member, Social Media Manager Learn More Videos About As of December 2021, Chris Au is a multiple prize winner of the 2021 Sydney Eisteddfod: in particular, earning 1st Prize in the all the Open Age categories of Chopin Piano, 19th Century Piano, and Russian Piano. In August 2021, the Young Concert Artists International Piano Competition of the WPTA Thailand awarded Chris with the Gold Award and WPTA Thailand Artist Award for his performances of Beethoven and Chopin. Celebrated for his ‘intimate dialogue between him…and the audience’ (Barrie Examiner), Chris Au is a 1st Prizewinner of the 2020 Sound Espressivo Global Competition (specializing in the Music Ambassador Category), Prizewinner of the 2020 Texas State International Piano Concerto Competition, Semi-Finalist of the 2020 Maestro Art Taiwan International Piano Competition, and Prizewinner of the 2016 Shean Piano Competition. Since his return to Sydney, he has presented Charity Concerts to raise money for Arthritis NSW and raise awareness to Auto-Immune Chronic Diseases and to encourage others who may be suffering. So far, he has raised over $4000. His virtual concerts with Virtual Concert Halls and Polyphony Arts have been internationally acclaimed. Most recently, he was invited by the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC QC to perform at the New South Wales Government House. Chris Au was born in Hong Kong and raised in Sydney, Australia. He began serious studies at the age of 14 upon his acceptance in the studio of renowned Australian pedagogue Margaret Hair. Since studying with her, Chris received accolades such as 1st Prize in the 2010 Sydney Eisteddfod Recital Award and at the Parramatta Eisteddfod. His progress was significantly hindered for a few years when he was diagnosed with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis at the age of 16. Under the care of Dr. Jeffrey Chaitow, he continues to take fortnightly biologic injections to keep the condition under control. His first musical experience overseas brought him to Germany, where he won the Audience 1st Prize at the 2010 Klaviersommer Bad Bertrich whilst under the tutelage of Professor John Perry. Inspired by this experience, Chris began to pursue a career in music. Chris began his Undergraduate studies at The Colburn School with Ory Shihor, and continued them John Perry and David Louie at the Glenn Gould School of Music of the Royal Conservatory of Music, Toronto. There, he also attained his Artist Diploma. During that time, he was generously sponsored by the Full-Tuition Joan and Jerry Lozinski Scholarship, and has performed in Koerner Hall. In May of 2020, Chris completed his Masters of Music Degree with Jean Saulnier and Jeanne Amiele at the University of Montreal. He is currently pursuing his D.E.P.A. at the University of Montreal with Jean Saulnier and Charles Richard-Hamelin. He has won scholarships to many summer festivals including the Banff Centre, the Orford Music Festival, the John Perry Academy, the Gijon International Piano Festival, the International Holland Music Sessions, and the Kawai Sydney International Piano Festival. He has had the great opportunity to work in Masterclasses with legendary artists such as Menahem Pressler, Leon Fleisher, Richard Goode, Krzysztof Jablonski, Daniel Shapiro, Anton Nel, Andre Leplante, Marc Durand, Marietta Orlov, and Robert McDonald. His inspired performances have secured multiple re-engagements particularly at the Barrie Concert Association, where he is a regular guest artist of the Midday with Shigeru Concert Series, as well as their Pianofest. He is also a regular guest artist at both Concerts@100 of Toronto and Clearly Musical Home Concerts. Chris also works at Virtual Concert Halls as Live Broadcast Host, Social Media Manager, and Judge of the 2021 Sound Espressivo Global Competition. https://chrisaupiano.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCol9jU9Ae8crNLSMj-h76qQ Previous Next

Catalina Wert < Back Catalina Wert Previous Next Catalina Wert USA GUITARIST Catalina is 10 years old and in the fourth grade. She has been playing classical guitar for 5 years with Jeremy Collins and Jim McCutcheon. She has competed in the Indiana International Guitar Competition and won five consecutive superior scores with the Ohio Jr. Music Federation program. In 2021, she was a National Gold Medal winner in her Royal Conservatory of Music exam. She has enjoyed playing as a soloist and part of the Queen City Guitar Quartet around different venues in the Cincinnati area.