The results for the Erik Satie International Music Competition 2026 Season 3 are now announced!

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The Erik Satie International Music Competition presents the award results for the 2026 Season 3, recognising musicians and composers from around the world for their achievements in performance, composition, and artistic excellence.

About the Competition

The Erik Satie International Music Competition is an international platform dedicated to recognising excellence in music performance and composition. Open to participants worldwide, the Competition provides international recognition and visibility for musicians and composers across a diverse range of musical disciplines.

Full List of Winners — 2026 Season 3

(Alphabetical order by first name)

Alejandro José Querales Marcano, Composition “The outsider”, from Chile

Asimina Katerini, Composition “Emmoni”, from Greece

Charles Masao Knudsen, Composition “Piano Quintet: The Fall”, from Japan

Cheng-Xin Lu, Violin, from Taiwan

Izabela Wiktoria Oliwia Torfs, Violin, from Belgium/Poland

Jacob Randall Lee, Composition “Walk Through Forest”, from United States

Malgorzata Gruza, Cello, from Poland

Roza Mamilova, Piano, from Russia

Yichen Cai, Violin, from Belgium

Several musicians achieved exceptional recognition as WOMCO Multi-Award Winners, a distinction given to artists who win across multiple international competitions.

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Winners