Winner's Speech | Emma Fukuda | Violin | UK International Music Competition 2026
- Jul 4
- 2 min read
🎉 Congratulations to Emma Fukuda, young violinist from Japan, on her remarkable achievement at the UK International Music Competition 2026 Season 2, held from 30 January to 30 April 2026. She was awarded the Absolute First Prize in the Junior (Age 8–10) category for her violin performance of Henry Eccles’ Violin Sonata in G Minor.
Following this wonderful achievement, Emma shared her heartfelt appreciation and reflected on the special place the violin holds in her life, as well as her hope to bring comfort and healing to others through music:
"I am truly honored and delighted to receive such a wonderful award. Thank you very much. For me, the violin is a special companion that helps me express who I am. Through its sound, I can hear not only joy, sadness, and many other feelings, but also emotions that are difficult to put into words. To me, the sound of the bowing is both a source of comfort and reflections of my heart. I hope that one day I will be able to play the violin in a way that brings comfort and healing to others. With that hope in mind, I will continue to learn, role, and devote to myself to develop. Finally, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the organizers for creating this wonderful opportunity to connect performers from all around the world and to the judges for taking the time to listen to my performance. Thank you very much for this precious opportunity and for this award."
The UK International Music Competition is an online global stage open to all majors — from piano, voice, strings, and composition to orchestra, choir, improvisation, and more. It celebrates creativity, artistry, and dedication, offering musicians of every discipline the chance to shine. Winners gain international recognition and encouragement to advance their musical journey. Apply now and share your passion with the world! 🇬🇧 Learn More: www.ukmusiccompetition.com