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Learn More < Back Album Production and Distribution Contract Cicerone MA Streams Independent Label for Publishing and Distributing Classical, Blues & Jazz Music is sponsoring THREE Album Publication Awards For the Top Participants who receive the title of the Artist of the 2023-24 Season Winners are to be selected from the pool of musicians - participants in the 2023-24 season of Sound Espressivo and collaborative Competitions and Auditions. Prize Winners will be invited to Italy for a recording session at one of Cicerone professional recording Studios. Worldwide Album distribution contract. This Award is Sponsored by Cicerone MA Streams Cicerone MA Streams created a platform for musicians which: Rewards Your Talent Our community values your artistry and rewards your talent. We believe that music should be a harmonious collaboration between artists and listeners, and that's why we collaborate with the best streaming platforms. Winners are to be selected from the pool of musicians - participants in the 2023-24 season of Sound Espressivo and collaborative Competitions and Auditions. Prize Winners will be invited to Italy for a recording session at one of Cicerone professional recording Studios. Worldwide Album distribution contract. - Recording sessions will take place over a maximum of two days (artists are responsible for their own travel and accommodations costs). - Recording and editing of the audio in the studio is fully sponsored by Cicerone MA Streams and is free of charge for the Winner Artists. - Streaming distribution contract with an attractive revenue model for royalties will be signed (duration 10 years). - The artist will be included in the line-up of MA Streams Artists on the Cicerone website. See an example here: https://ciceronema.com/artists/maria-thompson-corley-piano/ - Promotion of the album on social media, sponsored by Cicerone and provided free of charge to the Winner Artists. Your Music, Your Way We respect your individuality as an artist. Cicerone MA Streams edits your music to the best possible listening experience, whether you like the “home” or “stage” sound. We will record, edit, and master your music! Earning While You Play We understand the challenges musicians face in today's digital landscape. We offer a fair revenue model that puts your earnings first. Exclusive Promotion exposure Your fans are the heart of your music. You’ll be part of our featured Cicerone MA Streams artists. Global Reach, Local Impact Reach a global audience and connect with fans from every corner of the world. At the same time, our platform is committed to supporting local music scenes and emerging talent. View More Visit CIMA Website Previous Next

< Back Previous Kaiwei Zhi Next Pianist Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall June 28, 2025 WATCH VIDEO Kaiwei Zhi – Pianist Kaiwei Zhi is a pianist based in New York City, whose career has spanned performances of concertos, recitals, and chamber music across the world. Kaiwei made his concerto debut at the Tchaikovsky Conservatory of Kyiv, performing Liszt’s La Campanella while studying at the R. Glier Kyiv Institute of Music under the guidance of Uliana Yablonskaya, beginning in 2004. He later performed Liszt’s First Piano Concerto with the State Orchestra of Ukraine. From 2008 to 2012, Kaiwei performed a series of recitals throughout China, introducing audiences to the depth of Slavic music. During this period, he earned Third Prize at the 22nd Young Musician International Competition “Città di Barletta” in Italy. After completing his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Piano Performance, he spent several months in Paris, studying with Olivier Gardon, where he rediscovered his faith and renewed his passion for music. In 2014, Kaiwei made his return to the concert stage with a performance of the Yellow River Piano Concerto alongside the Chongqing Philharmonic Orchestra under Xieyang Chen, conductor of the Shanghai Philharmonic, at the Grand Theater of Chongqing. A year later, Kaiwei moved to New York City to continue his artistic development at the Manhattan School of Music, where he studied with the late Philip Kawin, earning a Professional Studies Certificate in 2017. He later pursued further refinement under Spencer Myer, receiving a Graduate Performance Diploma in Piano Performance. In 2019, Kaiwei was both the opening performer at a contemporary music recital at Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall and the closing performer at a similar event at Markin Hall, New York. The following year, he presented his first solo piano recital at Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall. During the pandemic, Kaiwei turned his focus toward French repertoire, performing Debussy’s Fantaisie for Piano and Orchestra with Dr. Leon Burke and the University City Symphony in Missouri, USA. In a remarkable artistic and humanitarian gesture, he later returned to Kyiv during the Ukraine–Russia war, performing Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G Major with the Honored Academic Symphony Orchestra of Ukrainian Radio under Maestro Volodymyr Sheiko. Today, Kaiwei Zhi continues to build an international career distinguished by his expressive interpretations, technical mastery, and deep artistic sincerity, connecting audiences through music that transcends borders and time.

< Back Previous Ayako Yonetani Next Violinist Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall November 26, 2024 WATCH VIDEO Ayako Yonetani is an internationally acclaimed violinist, praised for her expressive artistry and distinguished career as both performer and educator. Born in Kobe, Japan, she began violin studies at the age of five with the renowned Saburo Sumi. After winning the Japan National Competition at age nine, she rapidly emerged among Japan’s leading young violinists, appearing as soloist with major orchestras including the NHK Symphony, New Japan Philharmonic, and Gunma Symphony, before continuing her musical journey in the United States. Dr. Yonetani holds Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees from the Juilliard School, where she studied with Hyo Kang and the legendary Dorothy DeLay. From 1989, she served as DeLay’s teaching assistant at the Juilliard Pre-College Division and at the Aspen Music Festival and School, contributing to the artistic development of the next generation of violinists. Since relocating to the U.S. in 1982, Dr. Yonetani has maintained a vibrant international performance career. She has presented solo recitals and appeared with orchestras across major American cities, including New York, San Francisco, Chicago, Minneapolis, Atlanta, and Orlando. Her global engagements have taken her to prestigious stages such as Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, Salzburg’s Mozarteum, Vienna’s Musikverein, Tokyo’s Kioi Hall, Dresden’s Semperoper, Dome Umenia in Slovakia, and Astana City Hall in Kazakhstan. Notably, she performed for the President of Panama and the Japanese Ambassador to Panama in commemoration of Japan’s 2011 earthquake and tsunami. As a recording artist and collaborator, Dr. Yonetani has released four solo concerto CDs, including works by Tchaikovsky, Mendelssohn, Beethoven, Bruch, and Brahms. Her recording of the Tchaikovsky and Mendelssohn concertos with the Slovak State Philharmonic was named “CD of the Month” by WMFE 90.7 FM. She has also recorded six ensemble albums with Kioi Sinfonietta Tokyo, and her Japanese translation of Teaching Genius: Dorothy DeLay and the Making of a Musician (Ongaku no Tomo, 2001) has reached multiple printings. Widely admired for her interpretation of Bach’s Chaconne, Dr. Yonetani has performed the work annually for the Henry Crown Fellows at the Aspen Institute since 1998, where she was named an Honorary Henry Crown Fellow in 2006. She was also the first violinist selected as an official artist for the Florida State Touring Program (2006–2017). Dr. Yonetani is Professor of Violin and Viola at the University of Central Florida, Director of the UCF Graduate String Quartet Program, and a longtime member of Japan’s premier chamber ensemble, the Kioi Hall Chamber Orchestra (formerly Kioi Sinfonietta Tokyo). Her upcoming season includes concerto appearances with the Slovak State Philharmonic and the Uzhhorod Philharmonic Orchestra (Ukraine), chamber performances, quartet concerts, and solo recitals in Japan.

< Back Previous Shuhuai Linus Zhang Next Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall November 25, 2025 WATCH VIDEO Linus has been studying violin under Ms. Shuwei Liu for 6 years. He joined Los Angeles Youth Orchestra in 2023 and is now the concert master. He toured Vienna and Praha with the orchestra in 2024.

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Are you a lyricist? Find out here! Sound Espressivo is the first online LIVE streaming Competition for classical musicians of all ages. Contestants and judges focus on unique artistry of every performer, awarding prizes offered by music management companies. Lyrical Allure with your expression and emotional delivery of the music! In-Depth The voice is known to be the most naturally lyrical instrument due to how much we can feel and hear the connection in the lines of music and the changes in music and sound being so smooth and emotional. This is the root of the goal when trying to deliver a very lyrical performance, as well as having emphasis on delivering power of emotion in combination with a sensation of compassion and connection of what we're hearing to what we're feeling in a very personal way. General Criteria Great Voice Line Control - melody lines and other voices in the music should always be going somewhere and longing to connect and express something, luring the listener to follow its path. Balance - with music having different moments or even voice lines, having a well thought out approach for balancing these in relation to each other and different sections is invaluable Tone and Color - choice of tone type and colors can enhance and enrich the expression of the music Captivating Presence - moving in smooth and elegant ways can compliment the music's smoothness and blissful expression and therefore enhance the captivating elements of being lyrical.

Laureate Gala Weill Carnegie Hall Auditions Deadl ine EXTENDED! Apply by April 2, 2023 Open to All Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers Audition as a Soloist, Duo, Chamber Ensemble, Large Ensemble (up to 20 performers), or Composer Audition to perform Concerto or Aria with New York Chamber Players Orchestra Giacomo Franci, conductor Welcome GIFT for iClassical Members! 50% off Application fee ICLASSICAL50 We are proud to offer special discounts to members of the iClassical Academy. Enjoy up to 50% on application fees, auditions, and many other opportunities Deadl ine EXTENDED! Apply by April 2, 2023 Apply General Information JAAF Awards iClassical Awards Judges Fees Download Regulations Concerto Sample List Awards Download Consent for Broadcast Recording Opportunities Albums Laureate Gala at Carnegie Hall — June 20, 2023 Concerto rehearsals in New York City — June 18 & 19, 2023. Performer interviews with Steve Robinson in New York City — June 19, 2023. Apply with a video Selected musicians are invited to the LIVE ONLINE AUDITION SOLOISTS, DUOS, TRIOS, & VARIOUS CHAMBER ENSEMBLES MAY AUDITION COMPOSERS SUBMIT SCORES ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY MARCH 19, 2023 AT 11:59PM (23:59) EASTERN STANDARD TIME. Winners receive A Carnegie Hall Archival DIGITAL VIDEO of performance (see Regulations for acceptable uses as per by Carnegie Hall rules) Medals; Certificates Full color brochure (digital and printed) Complimentary tickets Winners will be interviewed by Steve Robinson, a world renowned producer of classical music radio shows Photos Letters of recommendation and other support (provided upon request for applying for grants, colleges, other programs and competitions) Professional Portfolio packets available upon request All performers and their teachers will receive a certificate of merit. Apply General Infrmtion DATES & DEADLINES • Deadline EXTENDED! Apply by April 2, 2023@11:59pm Eastern Standard Time - completed Application, preliminary video, and fee are DUE* • APRIL 29, 30 & May 1 - Live online Auditions • MAY 2 - Audition Results Announced • JUNE 18 & 19 - Rehearsals with New York Chamber Players Orchestra in New York City • JUNE 19 - Performer s' Interviews in New York City • JUNE 20 @ 7:00pm EST - Laureate Gala at Carnegie Hall, LIVE and in person Apply Dates and Deadlines Live Auditions April 29, 30, & May 1 Selected musicians will be invited to audition live on a public Internet broadcast* NOT APPLICABLE TO LARGE ENSEMBLES & COMPOSERS Live auditions are judged in real time. Judges provide participants with immediate on-air feedback. During the live audition participants will be able to speak with Judges. • The judges’ decisions are final and may not be contested. • To participate in the live online auditions, each musician must use a desktop or laptop, webcam, microphone, high speed internet service. NOTE: Phone, iPad, Mac Mini, or Netbook WILL NOT work well on our auditions platform. Use of these devices may result in poor quality production and possibly disqualification. • Live online auditions will be produced by Virtual Concert Halls. All musicians will be required to attend a tech and sound check session with our Production Team prior to auditioning. PLEASE READ THE TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS SET BY VIRTUAL CONCERT HALLS BEFORE SIGNING UP FOR YOUR AUDITION. • An official announcement of the selected musicians will take place on May 14, 2023. *See FEES section for applicable Audition fees Apply Tech information Live Auditions Gala Laureates INTERVIEWS WITH STEVE ROBINSON JUNE 19 in New York City Steve Robinson is an American radio manager, producer and executive producer. He has held senior management positions with numerous American radio stations, including WFMT and the WFMT Radio Network/Chicago, WBUR/Boston, WGBH/Boston, WCRB/Boston, KPFA/Berkeley, WBGO/Newark, Vermont Public Radio and Nebraska Public Radio Network.ork. Robinson served as general manager of the statewide Nebraska Public Radio Network (1990-2000) and WFMT and the WFMT Radio Network from 2000 until October 2016. A 50-year radio veteran, he has produced programs ranging from classical music documentaries to public affairs programs and has directed over 100 on-air pledge drives. In 1984, he co-founded AIR, the Association of Independents in Radio, a service organization to assist independent radio producers in the United States. Robinson wrote AIR’s first two successful grants from the New York State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts. Apply Interviews James Adler Audience Favorite AWARD $250 "It is very important to have the audience participate in this competition! It engages the listener and encourages our wonderfully talented contestants. I am delighted to co-found the James Adler Audience Favorite Award for the Sound Espressivo Global Music Competition. Sit back, listen, enjoy -- and please vote!" ~James Adler, Pianist and Composer Photo: Frank Gimpaya Apply JAAF Award Repertory Standard instrumental and vocal repertoire of all periods , including contemporary, Jazz, Art Songs, Opera/Oratorio, “Crossover”, Golden Age Musical Theatre. Refer to the Sample List of Concertos . If your Concerto/Aria is not listed, please write to us for get it approved by New York Chamber Players Orchestra Memorization is not required but is strongly encouraged for all soloists. Individual movements taken from larger works are acceptable Simplified arrangements and incomplete movements are not accepted Composers submit a PDF copy of their score(s). No recording required Ensembles may include any of traditional classical instrumentation. If including piano, no preparation or modification may be made to it. Apply Sample Concertos Repertoire Age Groups and Categories SOLOISTS (Instrumental and Vocal) SOLOISTS WITH ORCHESTRA ( Instrumental and Vocal) DUOS CHAMBER ENSEMBLES LARGE ENSEMBLES COMPOSERS AGE DIVISIONS: 5-7 years old 8-10 years old 11-14 years old 15-18 years old Collegiate Professional Amateur Adult (19 and up) Apply Sample Concertos Age Groups snd Categories iClassical Academy AWARDS iClassical Academy provides Recognition Awards to Winners and Participants of Carnegie Gala Auditions We believe that anyone, at any time, should have access to the wonderfully beautiful world of music Our mission is to provide new generations of musicians, from any part of the world, the possibility to improve their skills and enjoy a wide audience iClassical Academy is based in Switzerland Apply iClassical Awards International Panel of Judges Judges provide immediate on-air feedback to participants during the Live Audition stage. To learn more about the Judges, and to see their bios click here Apply Judges Fees* Application fee $50 per soloist, or per member of a Chamber Ensemble (2-8 members), or per Composer. iClassical members pay $25 $400 iClassical Members pay $270 per Large Ensemble (9-18 members) Live Audition fee (if selected based on video submission) Solo/Duo/Trio $100 iClassical members pay $70 Small Ensemble (4-8 members) $30 per member. iClassical members pay $25 per member Concerto $200 iClassical members pay $130 Live audition is not required for Large Ensembles Solo/ensemble ti me limit - 7 minutes Concertos - one complete movement (no time limit) Performance fee (if selected to perform at the Gala): Solo/Duo/Trio $550 up to 7 min Small Ensemble (4-8 members) $900 up to 7 min Concerto $1,050 1 movement Large Ensemble please send request for special accommodation to director@progressivemusicians.com *Merit scholarships are available on a need basis. To be considered for a merit scholarship, contact us BEFORE you apply at director@progressivemusicians.com Apply Fees Laureate Gala! OUR STORY Laureates' Journey to Performance in New York Cit y at Carnegie Hall Hosted by STEVE ROBINSON, the world renowned producer of classical music radio programs SEE FULL BROCHURE Carnegie Auditions Play Video Play Video 35:56 Announcing Winners of Auditions for Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall Announcing Winners of Auditions for Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall held live on our previous Broadcasts on April 29 - May 2, 2023 Musicians were auditioning for an opportunity to perform at the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, in Gala concerts in New York City. The Gala Auditions are organized by Sound Espressivo, Progressive Musicians, and Virtual Concert Halls. Auditionees from many countries are seeking guidance and support from the Judges, through live comments which you will hear after each performance The Sound Espressivo Global Competition is an online, live-streamed competition. It combines a competition and live performance experience. Progressive Musicians is an organizer of many competitions and concerts at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall. Virtual Concert Halls is an Internet TV broadcaster providing artists with a virtual stage and ability to reach audiences beyond the walls of conventional concert halls. The goal of these Auditions is to encourage, nurture, and reward musicians who are proactive about sharing their art and developing their careers. Sound Espressivo and Progressive Musicians together are providing opportunities for musicians to discover their unique artistic voice, take initiative, present themselves on their own terms, and carve out their own career paths. Thank you Judges! Gr 1 - Avguste Antonov. Masterclasses in Italy. Talent Summer Courses Gr 2 - Emil Chudnovsky Gr 3 - Vera Danchenko Gr 4 - Giacomo Franci Gr 5 - Giacomo Franci Gr 6a - Avguste Antonov Gr 6b - Avguste Antonov Gr 7 - Giacomo Franci Gr 8 - Giacomo Franci Gr 9 - Giacomo Franci Gr 10 - Avguste Antonov and Vera Danchenko Gr 11 - Gevorg Sargsyan and Emil Chudnovsky ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ These public broadcasts are brought to you by Virtual Concert Halls: Anna Ouspenskaya, Igor Zubkovsky, Frane, Rusinovich, James Welch, Fedor Ouspensky, Ante Bozc-Kudric, Chris Au. These programs are offered to public free of charge. https://virtualconcerthalls.com/ https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/ Play Video Play Video 02:30:17 Laureates Gala Auditions Group 11 Laureate Gala Auditions April 29 - May 2, 2023 Candidates present their chosen programs to International Panel of Judges, for an opportunity to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers. Concertos and Arias to be performed with New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Giacomo Franci, conductor. Program: Tuesday May 2 GROUP 11 12:00pm-2:00pm Recitalists Yiqun Zhao, Flute, United States 6:36 - Cecile Chaminade - Concertino for flute, Op. 107 Christopher Rocha, Piano, United States 17:54 - Chopin - Waltz in B Minor Op. 69 No. 2 Valerija Iljinaite, Voice (dramatic soprano), United Kingdom 25:20 - Tchaikovsky - Liza’s aria from queen of spades 29:50 - Rosephanye Powell - Dying from ‘Then, Here and Now’ Chinnawat Themkumkwun, Guitar, Austria 38:49 - Olga Amelkina-Vera (b. 1976) - Western Vista Vlad Krik , Composer/Pianist, Germany 1:01:49 - Vlad Krik - NEW AGE 2022 Marcio Candido, Violin, USA 1:14:41 - Paulo Bosisio Aboio - e Dança Negra for solo violin Sophie Lu, Cello, United States 1:33:40 - David Popper - Hungarian Rhapsody op 68 Janelle Bai, Piano, USA 1:47:30 - R. Shchedrin - A la Albeniz Francesca Bartolo, Voice (Mezzo-Soprano), London, United Kingdom 51:44 - G. Rossini - Cruda Sorte!….agio so per pratica Produced and presented by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, and Virtual Concert Halls Play Video Play Video 02:30:10 Laureates Gala Auditions Group 10 Laureate Gala Auditions April 29 - May 2, 2023 Candidates present their chosen programs to International Panel of Judges, for an opportunity to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers. Concertos and Arias to be performed with New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Giacomo Franci, conductor. Program: Monday May 1 GROUP 10 9:00am-11:00am Recitalist Candidates Courtney Daniels and Narmina Sultanova, Voice, US 14:22 - S. Moniuszko - Halka's Aria Bruce Leto, Jr., Piano, United States 29:30 - Maurice Ravel - Valley of the Bells Anna-Thérèse Mehra, Piano, USA Liszt - Un Sospiro Jelena Stefanic, Voice/Soprano, Croatia 43:37 G. Puccini - La Boheme / Donde lieta, Mimi's aria Neel Perdue, piano, USA 2:05:26 - E. Grieg - Wedding in Troldhaugen 2:11:22 - F. Liszt - Consolations Patricio Cadena Perez, Guitar, France 1:25:37 - Francisco Tárrega - Recuerdos de la Alhambra 1:29:30 - Antonio Lauro - Valse N° 3 Jed Wei, Piano, USA 1:47:33 - Franz Liszt - Liebestraum no. 3 1:42:44 - Frédéric Chopin - Nocturne in C# Minor Venicia Rasmussen, Voice, Germany 56:40 - Mozart - Come scoglio , from 'Cosi fan tutte' 1:03:30 - Puccini - Un bel del vedremo, 'Madama Butterfly' Produced and presented by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, and Virtual Concert Halls Play Video Play Video 41:47 Laureates Gala Auditions Group 9 Laureate Gala Auditions April 29 - May 2, 2023 Candidates present their chosen programs to International Panel of Judges, for an opportunity to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers. Concertos and Arias to be performed with New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Giacomo Franci, conductor. Program: GROUP 9 9:00pm-10:00pm Concertos and vocal works with ORCHESTRA Yiqun Zhao, Flute, United States Carl Philipp Stamitz - Flute Concerto in G major, Op.29 George Cheng, piano, U.S. 3:43 - Mozart - Concerto No.27 in B flat Major, K.595, III. Rondo Allegro Andrew Chukwuka Egbuchiem, Voice Countertenor, United States 24:50 - Antonio Vivaldi - Nel profundo cieco mondo 30:30 - George Fredrick Handel - Amor tiranno amor Produced and presented by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, and Virtual Concert Halls Play Video Play Video 01:30:54 Laureates Gala Auditions Group 8 Laureate Gala Auditions April 29 - May 2, 2023 Candidates present their chosen programs to International Panel of Judges, for an opportunity to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers. Concertos and Arias to be performed with New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Giacomo Franci, conductor. Program: GROUP 8 7:00pm-8:30pm Concertos and vocal works with ORCHESTRA Joel Chen, piano, United States 8:03 - Mozart - Piano Concerto No 22, Movement 1 Susan Dantoni and Jan Koler, piano/cello, USA 16:43 - Faure - Elegy Susan - Dantoni and Cecelia Guerra, piano/soprano, USA 27:30 - Samuel Barber - St. Ita’s Vision Julio Reyes, Guitar, United States 34:08 - Antonio Vivaldi - Concerto in D Stacey Stofferahn, Voice, United States 47:40 - Lowe Finney - "Longing" Lori Qian, Piano, USA 56:08 - Beethoven - Concerto No. 2 Allegro con brio Produced and presented by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, and Virtual Concert Halls Play Video Play Video 01:18:57 Laureates Gala Auditions Group 7 Laureate Gala Auditions April 29 - May 2, 2023 Candidates present their chosen programs to International Panel of Judges, for an opportunity to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers. Concertos and Arias to be performed with New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Giacomo Franci, conductor. Program: GROUP 7 5:30pm-7:00pm Concertos and vocal works with ORCHESTRA Elaine Sara Lim, Piano, United States 7:36 - Mozart - Piano Concerto in A Major K488, 3rd Movement Harry Chen, Piano, United States 24:26 - Kabalevsky - Piano Concerto No 3 (Youth Concerto) in D Major, 2nd Movement Louise Ting, Piano, USA 37:33 - J. Haydn - Concerto in C major Tristan Zhu, violin, United States Ludwig van Beethoven - Violin concerto in D Major, Mvt 1 Sofia Baturina, Piano, USA 57:10 - Saint Saëns - Piano Concerto No. 2 Olivia Zhang, Piano, United States 47:48 - Haydn - Concerto in D Major, Mvt III, Rondo all'ongharese-Allegro assai Produced and presented by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, and Virtual Concert Halls Play Video Play Video 01:28:58 Laureates Gala Auditions Group 6B Laureate Gala Auditions April 29 - May 2, 2023 Candidates present their chosen programs to International Panel of Judges, for an opportunity to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers. Concertos and Arias to be performed with New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Giacomo Franci, conductor. Produced and presented by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, and Virtual Concert Halls Program: GROUP 6b 2:30pm-4:30pm Piano Recitalists Ximurong Zhai, Piano, Canada 10:53 - Charles Griffes - Fantasy Pieces - Scherzo Vignesh Rajagopalan, Piano, United States 20:36 - Mozart - Sonata No. 11 in A Minor,, K. 331 Tiger Stepinski, piano, USA 28:47 - Sergei Rachmaninoff - Etude OP 39 NO 6 Andrew Khayms, Piano, USA 36:15 - Chopin - Polonaise in D minor, Op. 71 No. 1 Daniel Lee, Piano/Composition, US 52:40 - Daniel Lee - Rise William Sun, Piano, US 1:01:02 - Fazil - Summer time Variations Bonnie Zhou, Piano, United States 1:11:10 - Michael Glinka - The Nightingale Variation Play Video Play Video 01:20:19 Laureates Gala Auditions Group 6A Laureate Gala Auditions April 29 - May 2, 2023 Candidates present their chosen programs to International Panel of Judges, for an opportunity to perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Ensembles & Composers. Concertos and Arias to be performed with New York Chamber Players Orchestra, Giacomo Franci, conductor. Program: GROUP 6a 12:00pm-2:00pm Piano Recitalists Jia Li, Piano, USA 10:48 - Chopin - Nocturne Op. 9. No. 2 in Eb Major 14:59 - Mozart - Rondo Alla Turca Maggie Chen, Piano, United States 21:37 - MacDowell - Witches Dance Kristina Henckel and Amanda Virelle, Piano Duo, United States 29:01 - Sergei Rachmaninoff - Barcarolle from Six Pieces Op. 11 Antian Jiang, Piano, Canada 41:20 - Franz Liszt - La Campanella in G-sharp minor Alexis Dyche, Piano, USA 52:02 - Frederic Chopin - Impromptu, Opus 29 56:03 - Aaron Copland - The Cat and the Mouse Erin Chen, Piano, United States 1:05:52 - Chopin - Fantaisie-Impromptu In C-Sharp Minor, Op. 66 Produced and presented by Progressive Musicians, Sound Espressivo, and Virtual Concert Halls Previous Gala videos The New York Chamber Players Orchestra under the baton of Maestro Giacomo Franci is featuring world class soloists from US, Europe, Canada, Asia Premieres of newly composed works; recital soloists, and ensembles. SPECIAL GUESTS Maestro Giacomo Franci Music Director of New York Chamber Players Orchestra New York Chamber Players Orchestra Steve Robinson Honorary Host Susanna Kolker Guest Artist James Adler James Adler Audience Favorite Award James Adler Audience Favorite Award Meet the Carnegie Gala Audition Winners November 2022

< Back Previous Jihye Kim Next Korean Vocalist Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall February 20, 2025 WATCH VIDEO Born in Seoul, mezzo-soprano Jihye Kim discovered her love for music at an early age. Although her initial path led her to earn a degree in Business Administration from Hongik University, followed by a successful career at Hewlett-Packard (HP) and Dell Computer, her enduring passion for singing eventually guided her toward a life in music. Jihye went on to major in Vocal Music at Seoul Cyber University, and later pursued graduate studies in Vocal Music and Choral Conducting at the Graduate School of Christian University in Seoul. Her artistry has been recognized in numerous international competitions, including: World Classical Music Awards – Silver Prize Progressive Musicians Online Festival Competition – Finalist Clara Schumann International Competition – Honorary Mention London Classical Music Competition – Special Mention Recognition Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre Music Concours – Diploma International Performing Arts Competition “Music Prospect” – Diploma Currently based in Korea, Jihye Kim continues to perform and share her musical expertise as a lecturer, inspiring audiences and students alike with her expressive voice and deep musical insight.

Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, audio recordings in Washington DC < Back Lehner Quartet Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, audio recordings in Washington DC Apply here Previous Next For Composers " New Classics Quartet" Project Album Recording and Performance at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall with the Lehner Quartet The New Classics Quartet project includes: Two 30-min rehearsals which composers may attend remotely. Performance at Carnegie Weill Recital Hall (dates on the page: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/carnegie-hall-auditions ) Archival video recording* of performance from Carnegie (*video recording may be presented on your website, in grant applications and other career enhancement projects and communications, included in lectures, presentations, shared via email. Video may not be placed on commercial platforms and social media where monetization is available, even if you don't monetize it yourself; it may not be modified or monetized). See sample: https://vimeo.com/849302391/05a9e22179?share=copy Separately recorded, mastered, and produced commercial audio recording, to be included in the upcoming Lehner Quartet New Classics Quartet Album dedicated to contemporary quartet music by living composers, to be distributed on audio platforms (Spotify, Apple, Amazon and similar) by Cicerone Music and Arts (CiMA). https://ciceronema.com/ Interview for media with Steve Robinson. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Robinson_(executive) Artist Spotlight documentary video about you (up to 30 min) produced and broadcast by Virtual Concert Halls on video and social media channels. See samples here: https://www.soundespressivocompetition.com/internet-tv-2023-24 Promotion through websites, press releases, posts on socials. Picture and bio included in the full color booklet and other memorabilia (we will mail you the booklet, medal, and certificate since you will be out of the country on April 1). See press materials and the booklet from previous Gala here https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1uX8CYo3XePwVpqTqdP_6da3FdiULT_Nf Artists of the Lehner Quartet Vladimir Dyo, Violin 1 Since his debut with the Kazakh State Symphony Orchestra at age 12, Vladimir Dyo has toured and performed at prestigious venues of the former USSR, Europe, Asia, and the United States, including Carnegie Hall, Walt Disney Hall, Seoul Arts Center, Rachmaninoff Hall, Tchaikovsky Hall, Column Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, KBS Hall, UNESCO, United Nations General Headquarters etc. His individual tone and personal approach to phrasing set him apart from his peers. Critics write: "His mystic contour merged with the instrument and hypnotized the audience....Subtlety and flawlessness of Rachmaninoff's endlessly versatile music created such an emotional reaction with the audience that many had tears in their eyes..." (N. Zemlyakova, musicologist). "Dyo's Sarasate was dazzling..." (Michael Church, BBC World Service). "Vladimir Dyo is a violinist who plays with incredible energy and electricity. His rendition of my LEX was spectacular. He is a major talent who has a very bright future ahead!" (Michael Daugherty, Grammy winner composer). He has received numerous awards from foundations, politicians, and national and international competitions including Grand Prize at the Michelangelo Abbado International Competition in Milan, Italy, 2nd prize at the International Yampolsky Violin Competition in Moscow, Russia, Grand prizes at the top National and International Competitions in Kazakhstan. In 2015, he was invited to perform as guest soloist with Ulsan Philharmonic Orchestra at Carnegie Hall (Stern Auditorium) and at the Peace Concert at the United Nations General Headquarters in NY dedicated to the 70th Anniversary of UN and 65th Anniversary of Korean War, along with legendary coloratura soprano Sumi Jo under the baton of maestro Hong-Jae Kim. As soloist and chamber musician, Vladimir Dyo performed at the international music festivals including the Graduates of Moscow Conservatory (Russia), Ost-West-Musikfest, Prague-Vienna-Budapest, and Mozarteum (Austria). The Cliburn Institute (USA), Seoul International Music Camp Festival, GwangJu International Classic Festival (Korea), the iPalpiti International Laureates Festival (Los Angeles, USA), and served as faculty member and assistant conductor at the 20th Summit Music Festival in New York. In 2017, Vladimir Dyo was featured soloist at the Namdo International Classical Music Festival in Gwangju, South Korea, where he performed with the Festival Orchestra comprised of musicians of world's leading orchestras, including Vienna Philharmonic, Baltimore, Symphony, Seoul Philharmonic, Mariinsky Orchestra etc. In addition, he has collaborated and performed works of living composers including Daugherty's "Lex", Tsontakis' 2nd Violin Concerto, and premiered works by David Carpenter, Allen Krantz, Kareem Roustom, Paul Moravec and others. In 2019, he was featured on the cover of Strad Korea Magazine including a cover story about his activities as soloist, educator and artistic director of the Global Music Partnership. Yevgeniy Dyo, Violin 2 Since his debut with the Kazakh State Orchestra at the age of nine, Yevgeniy Dyo has performed at prestigious venues in the former Soviet Union, Europe, Asia, Canada, and the United States, including Carnegie Hall, Alice Tully Hall, Kimmel Center, Tchaikovsky Hall, Mozarteum Wiener Saal, Meyerson Hall, Astana Philharmonic Society Presidential Hall, Embassies of the Vatican and South Korea, and the United Nations General Headquarters. He has won numerous awards from foundations and national and international competitions, including the grand prize at the Shabyt International Chamber Music Competition, Astana, Kazakhstan, and the International Organization "New Names" Award, Moscow, Russia. Yevgeniy Dyo was featured in the KBS Overseas Compatriot Award recipient Ten Chu documentary, South Korea; the WWFM program "Celebrating Our Musical Future" hosted by David Osenberg in Princeton, New Jersey; and in a number of interviews and performances on Kazakhstan National Radio and Television. He was featured in the Washington Post's coverage of the regional premiere and second-ever performance of Bernstein's "Music for String Quartet" in Washington, D.C.; other U.S. publications include Korea Phila Times, Korea Week, Kazakhstan's national newspaper Kazakhstanskaya Pravda, Koryo Ilbo, and other international publications. As a chamber musician and soloist, Dr. Yevgeniy Dyo was a founding member of the Musica D'Accordo Astana, the premier chamber ensemble at the Astana State Philharmonic Society, comprised of six of Kazakhstan's most distinguished musicians, performing a regular season at the Presidential Hall and touring nationally. He has performed in the inaugural concert of the Bridge International concert series (currently Vancouver Chamber Music Society) in Vancouver, Canada; he co-founded the Solo and Chamber Music Series in Ewing, New Jersey; and he has performed at international festivals, including Mozarteum in Salzburg, Austria. His orchestral performances include the world premiere of Karl Jenkins' Requiem in London, England, conducted by the composer; a guest concertmaster appearance with the New Jersey Capital Philharmonic Orchestra; and the assistant concertmaster position with Camerata Kazakhstan. As a member of Trio Fontes, he frequently performs in the tri-state region. Dr. Dyo has taught violin and chamber music at institutions including Temple University, where he coached alongside Philadelphia Orchestra principal harpist Elizabeth Hainen, and The Peddie School. He has also given master classes at institutions including the Mongolian State Conservatory, Flint School of Performing Arts and The Music School of Delaware, among others. He served as a judge for the GMP International Violin Competition in New York. Since 2015, he has also served as a regular judge at the New Jersey All-State auditions. Dr. Dyo has served as vice-president and president of the Philadelphia Korean Musicians Association, one of the nation's oldest and most respected Korean arts organizations. Under his leadership, the organization participated in numerous events, including The First Korean Congress Centennial Celebration, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Korean liberation movement, and "Korea in Philly" Korean Cultural Week, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Korean American Association of Greater Philadelphia. During his tenure, he oversaw the organization of two competitions that served more than one hundred young Korean musicians in the region. He has been named the competition's permanent artistic director. As Artistic Director of the GMP International Violin Ensemble of the multifaceted music organization Global Music Partnership, Dr. Dyo directed the ensemble's Carnegie Hall performance. In addition, he served as an artistic advisor in collaboration with the Association of Modern Georgian Artists to present the world premiere of five compositions by contemporary Georgian composers at the DiMenna Center in New York. Joseph Kauffman, Viola Joseph Kauffman has studied with Yayoi Numazawa of the Philadelphia Orchestra, James Lyon and Max Zorin of The Pennsylvania State University, and Dr. Eduard Schmieder of Temple University. Kauffman holds violin performance degrees from Penn State (BM) University and Temple University (MM). He is currently a DMA candidate at Temple University. Kauffman has performed in many of the most prestigious concert halls throughout the world including Tchaikovsky Hall, Disney Hall, Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the Kimmel Center, the Mariinsky Theatre, and the Kennedy Center amongst others. Kauffman received 1st Prize in the MTNA chamber music competition, and was the winner of the Beene, Kroulik, and Brewster solo competitions. He was awarded the Albert Tashjian and Max Aronoff Prizes by Temple University for excellence in performance and teaching, and the creative achievement award by Penn State University for his memorable performances. He has performed as a soloist with the PSU Philharmonic, Williamsport Chamber Orchestra, Temple Symphony Orchestra, and others. In 2010, Kauffman joined iPalpiti Artists International, an organization that helps young musicians begin their careers. He has performed chamber music live on the radio in both Philadelphia and Los Angeles. Kauffman performs regularly with the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, the Princeton Symphony, ipalpiti Artists International, Symphony in C, AVA Opera, and the Philadelphia Virtuosi. During this past year, Kauffman performed chamber concerts with Branford Marsalis, and even had the opportunity to perform for Pope Francis during his visit to Philadelphia in the fall of 2015. Kauffman teaches a talented class of violin and viola students who have gone on to win competitions and college scholarships. He also teaches chamber music at Temple University. Kauffman recorded for the television series documentary, “Philadelphia the Great Experiment,” and is participating in other upcoming television recording projects. Kauffman is the Co-founder and Co-artistic director of the “Music Transforms” concert series in Wayne, Pennsylvania. Igor Zubkovsky, Cello

< Back Previous Abigail Nossaman Next Pianist Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall June 30, 2025 WATCH VIDEO Abigail Nossaman (14), from Northern Virginia, has studied piano with Anna Ouspenskaya at the Hunter Mill Music Studio since the age of six. She is a rising ninth grader at The Madeira School in McLean, Virginia. Abby has been a finalist in the Northern Virginia Music Teachers Association Concerto Competition for four consecutive years and was a prizewinner in the International Great Composers Competition, placing in the Best Bach Performance category. In 2025, she will perform as a solo pianist in the Sound Espressivo Gala Concert at Carnegie Hall. Abby is also committed to sharing music with others, regularly performing at assisted living communities across Northern Virginia as part of a student-led volunteer ensemble. Outside of music, she enjoys playing tennis, horseback riding, photography, and sketching. She is an avid reader and has a deep love of birds and the natural world.

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