The results for the Claude Debussy International Music Competition 2026 Season 3 are now announced!
- Jul 28
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The Claude Debussy International Music Competition presents the award results for the 2026 Season 3, recognising musicians, composers, and performers from around the world for their achievements across performance and composition. This season reflects international participation across a broad range of musical disciplines.
About the Competition
The Claude Debussy International Music Competition is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging excellence in music performance and composition. Open to participants worldwide, the Competition provides international recognition and visibility for artists across classical and contemporary music practices.
Full List of Winners — 2026 Season 3
(Alphabetical order by first name)
Aiden Chenhao Zhang, Piano, from Australia
Charles Knudsen, Composition, from Japan
Dionysios Katopodis, Piano, from Greece
Enes Deniz Bölükbaşı, Violin, from Türkiye
Gabriel Dias Santos, Percussion (Marimba & Drums), from Portugal
İhsan Sonat Bölükbaşı, Oboe, from Türkiye
Jianing Sun, Piano, from United States
Jiaxi Pan, Piano, from United States
Jihye Kim, Beeoh Kim & Dongmin Shin, Piano, Violin & Cello, from South Korea
Luke Wan, Piano, from United States
Margaret Chang, Flute, from South Korea
Meng Qingya, Marimba, from China
Philippa Greenwood, Piano, from South Africa
Rao Zimeng, Composer, from China
Raphaël Ferriz, Piano, from Switzerland
Rhea Prakash, Piano, from United States
Sergio Collaro Valente, 5 Aforismi per Pianoforte, from Italy
Wang Shiwen, Piano, from China
Yang Chenlei, Piano, from China
Yurun Song, Fantasia, from Australia
Zeynep Sarı, Piano, from Türkiye
Zheng Wenye, Voice, from China
Join the Next Season
Registration for the next season is now open.
Musicians, composers, and performers worldwide are invited to participate and present their work on an international platform.
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