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World Online Music Competitions Organization
Latest News from World Online Music Competitions Organization
The WOMCO News section provides timely updates on WOMCO competitions, including competition announcements, award results, rankings, featured musicians, interviews and developments.


Winner's Speech | Omar & Ivanna Gutiérrez | Piano Duo | New York Music Award 2026
Piano duo Omar & Ivanna Gutiérrez from Mexico share their Winner’s Speech after receiving the Platinum Prize in Chamber Music and the Gold Prize for the awarded composition Valse di Concerto (The Champions) at the New York Music Award 2026.
3 days ago


The results for the Universal Stars Music Competition 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The Universal Stars Music Competition presents the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians from around the world for their achievements in performance. This season reflects international participation across a range of instrumental and vocal disciplines. About the Competition The Universal Stars Music Competition is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging musical achievement in performance and artistic presentation. Open to participants worldwi
4 days ago


The results for the World Melody Music Competition 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The World Melody Music Competition presents the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians and composers from around the world for their achievements in performance and composition. This season reflects international participation across a variety of musical disciplines and creative musical works. About the Competition The World Melody Music Competition is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging excellence in music performance and composition. Ope
4 days ago


Winner's Speech | Andrei Stanciu | Violin | World Exceptional Musicians Competition 2026
Romanian violinist Andrei Stanciu was awarded the Platinum Prize in the Professional (No Age Limit) category at the World Exceptional Musicians Competition 2026 Season 2. Discover his award-winning performance of Eugène Ysaÿe's Sonata in E Minor for Violin, Op. 27, No. 4 – I. Allemanda and his reflections on this international recognition.
4 days ago


Winner's Speech | Alexandros Lyra | Cretan Lyra | European Classical Music Awards 2026
Cretan lyra performer Alexandros Lyra (Aljosha Fokionas Barnick) received the Platinum Prize and the Region Representative Special Prize at the European Classical Music Awards 2026. In this winner's speech, he reflects on the significance of the award and expresses his gratitude to those who supported his musical journey.
6 days ago


Winner's Speech | Sanja Stanković | Debussy International Music Competition 2026
Serbian pianist Sanja Stanković, winner of the Platinum Prize and Virtuosic Performance Special Award at the Debussy International Music Competition 2026 Season 2, shares her heartfelt acceptance speech and reflects on this distinguished international recognition.
6 days ago


The results for the Golden Prestige International Music Competition 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The Golden Prestige International Music Competition presents the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians, composers, and ensembles from around the world for their achievements across performance and composition. This season reflects international participation across a range of musical disciplines. About the Competition The Golden Prestige International Music Competition is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging musical achievement in performa
May 26


Winner's Speech | Logan Chu | Violin | Vivaldi International Music Competition 2026
Logan Chu, a young violinist from Vietnam, shares his winner’s speech after receiving the Second Prize in the Prodigy Category at the Vivaldi International Music Competition 2026 Season 1.
May 25


The results for the Max Bruch International Music Competition 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The Max Bruch International Music Competition presents the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians and ensembles from around the world for their achievements in performance. This season reflects international participation across instrumental, vocal, and chamber music disciplines. About the Competition The Max Bruch International Music Competition is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging musical achievement in performance and artistic present
May 25


Winner's Speech | Melek Deniz Tarım | Piano | Erik Satie International Music Competition 2026
Young pianist Melek Deniz Tarım from Turkey shares her Winner’s Speech after receiving multiple awards at the Erik Satie International Music Competition 2026, including Silver Prize in two categories and the Excellent Musicianship Special Prize.
May 24


Winner's Speech | Lampros Marantos | Composition | Vivaldi International Music Competition 2026
Lampros Marantos, composer from Athens, Greece, shares his heartfelt Winner’s Speech after receiving the Second Prize in Composition at the Vivaldi International Music Competition 2026 Season 1 for his original work Land Of Gods.
May 24


The results for the Couperin International Music Competition 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The Couperin International Music Competition presents the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians from around the world for their achievements in vocal and instrumental performance. This season reflects international participation across a focused range of musical disciplines. About the Competition The Couperin International Music Competition is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging musical achievement in performance and artistic presentation
May 24


Winner's Speech | Yiyao Ling | Piano | Georges Bizet International Music Competition 2026
Young pianist Yiyao Ling from China shares her heartfelt winner’s speech after receiving the Silver Prize in the Junior Category at the Georges Bizet International Music Competition 2026 Season 2.
May 23


The results for the UK International Music Competition 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The UK International Music Competition presents the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians and composers from around the world for their achievements across performance, composition, and creative music projects. This season reflects broad international participation across a wide range of musical disciplines. About the Competition The UK International Music Competition is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging musical achievement in performan
May 23


The results for the Mozart International Music Competition UK 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The Mozart International Music Competition UK presents the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians and composers from around the world for their achievements in performance and composition. This season reflects international participation across a variety of musical disciplines. About the Competition The Mozart International Music Competition UK is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging excellence in music performance and composition. Open to
May 23


Winner's Speech | Nghi Tabi Tam Khiet Nguyen | Piano | Beethoven International Music Competition UK 2026
Young Vietnamese pianist Nghi Tabi Tam Khiet Nguyen shares her heartfelt winner’s speech after receiving multiple awards, including First Prize and the Best Beethoven Performance Special Award, at the Beethoven International Music Competition UK 2026.
May 22


Winner's Speech | Elijus Robacevskis | Violin | New York Music Award 2026
Elijus Robacevskis, a gifted young violinist from Switzerland, won the Platinum Prize in the Young Artist Category at the New York Music Award 2026 Season 2.
May 20


Winner's Speech | Jiwoo Jeong | Violin | Vivaldi International Music Competition 2026
Jiwoo Jeong, a young violinist representing South Korea / Vietnam, won the First Prize and the Best Vivaldi Performance Special Prize at the Vivaldi International Music Competition 2026 Season 1.
May 20


Winner’s Spotlight | Lİla Layla Karaman | Harp | Haydn Young Musician Competition UK 2025
Young harpist Lila Layla Karaman from Turkey celebrates her Second Prize achievement in the Age 12 & Under Category at the Haydn Young Musician Competition UK 2025. Discover her Winner’s Spotlight feature and inspiring musical journey.
May 16


Winner's Speech | Sarah Higashio Gocsei | Clarinet | Vivaldi International Music Competition 2026
Young clarinetist Sarah Higashio Gocsei from Japan shares her heartfelt Winner’s Speech after receiving the Second Prize and the Captivating Expression Special Prize at the Vivaldi International Music Competition 2026. Discover her inspiring musical journey and award-winning achievement.
May 16


Winner's Speech | Minseo Kim | Violin | Beethoven International Music Competition UK 2026
Young violinist Minseo Kim from Korea shares her heartfelt Winner’s Speech after receiving the Absolute First Prize and the Virtuosic Performance Special Award at the Beethoven International Music Competition UK 2026. In her speech, she reflects on her violin journey, musical growth, ensemble experience, and passion for inspiring audiences through music.
May 16


Winner's Speech | Amane Yago | Violin | Schubert International Music Competition UK 2026
5-year-old violinist Amane Yago from Japan received the Gold Prize and Outstanding Interpretation Special Award in the Prodigy Category at the Schubert International Music Competition UK 2026 Season 1, sharing a heartfelt winner’s speech after the achievement.
May 14


Winner’s Spotlight | Esjana Komini | Piano | Bach International Music Competition UK 2026
Young pianist Esjana Komini from Albania received the First Prize in the Youth Category (Ages 11–13) at the Bach International Music Competition UK 2026 Season 1 for her performance of Bach Invention No. 13, BWV 784. Celebrate her remarkable achievement and musical excellence.
May 14


The results for the European Classical Music Awards 2026 Quarter II are now announced!
The European Classical Music Awards present the award results for the 2026 Quarter II, recognising classical musicians and composers from around the world for their achievements in performance and composition. This season reflects international participation across a range of classical instruments and creative approaches. About the Competition The European Classical Music Awards is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging excellence in classical music performance
May 13


Winner's Speech | Won Chu | Violin | Vivaldi International Music Competition 2026
Won Chu from Vietnam shares a heartfelt winner’s speech after receiving the First Prize in the Junior (Age 8–10) category at the Vivaldi International Music Competition 2026 Season 1.
May 11


The results for the World Exceptional Musicians Competition 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The World Exceptional Musicians Competition presents the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians and performers from around the world for their achievements across performance and creative music projects. This season reflects broad international participation across a variety of musical disciplines. About the Competition The World Exceptional Musicians Competition is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging excellence in music performance and ar
May 11


Winner's Speech | Natasa Kojic | World Grand Prix International Music Contest 2026
Natasa Kojic, a composer and songwriter from Serbia, shares her winner’s speech after receiving the Gold Prize in the Film/Game Music category at the World Grand Prix International Music Contest 2026. Discover the story behind her award-winning soundtrack Nebo and explore opportunities to join this global online competition.
May 11


The results for the Erik Satie International Music Competition 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The Erik Satie International Music Competition presents the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians, composers, conductors, and ensembles from around the world for their achievements in performance and composition. This season reflects international participation across a broad range of musical disciplines. About the Competition The Erik Satie International Music Competition is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging excellence in music perform
May 11


Winner's Speech | Tyler Zahnke | World Grand Prix International Music Contest 2026
Tyler Zahnke from Grand Rapids, United States, shares his inspiring winner’s speech after receiving the Silver Prize at the World Grand Prix International Music Contest 2026 Season 1 for his composition The Ambient Phases of Life.
May 11


Join the International Composition Competition for Young Symphony Orchestra 2026–2027
Eurochestries International has announced the launch of the International Composition Competition for Young Symphony Orchestra 2026–2027, a new international initiative dedicated to supporting contemporary orchestral creation and emerging composers worldwide. Open to participants of all nationalities, the competition invites composers to submit original orchestral works inspired by the theme “Water in All Its Forms.” Winners will receive cash prizes and the opportunity to col
May 7


Winner's Speech | Yağmur İnci İpek | Cello | Saint-Saëns International Music Competition 2026
Yağmur İnci İpek, a young cellist from Turkey, shares her winner’s speech after earning the Platinum Prize and Best Saint-Saëns Performance Special Award at the Saint-Saëns International Music Competition 2026. Be inspired by her journey and apply to join this prestigious global online competition.
May 6


Winner's Speech | John Allen Kipta | Carl Reinecke InternationalMusic Competition 2026
John Allen Kipta, a composer from the United States, has been awarded the Platinum Prize at the Carl Reinecke International Music Competition 2026 Season 1 for his piano composition Requiem in Blue. In his winner’s speech, he reflects on his musical journey and expresses heartfelt gratitude to his mentors and family.
May 5


The results for the World Master Music Awards 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The World Master Music Awards present the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians and composers from around the world for their achievements in performance and composition. This season reflects international participation across a range of musical disciplines. About the Competition The World Master Music Awards is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging excellence in music performance and composition. Open to participants worldwide, the Awards
May 4


The results for the Best Classical Musicians Awards 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The Best Classical Musicians Awards present the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians, composers, and ensembles from around the world for their achievements across performance, composition, and recording projects. This season reflects a diverse international participation across a wide range of classical disciplines. About the Competition The Best Classical Musicians Awards is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging excellence in music perfor
May 4


Winner's Speech | Mikayla Perez | Saxophone | World Classical Music Awards 2026
Mikayla Perez, a saxophonist from the United States, has been awarded the Platinum Prize in the Age 18–21 category at the World Classical Music Awards 2026 Season 1. She describes the competition as an exciting and life-changing experience, highlighting the global connections and the opportunity to share her music on an international stage.
May 3


Winner's Speech | Yu Chen | Guzheng | UK International Music Competition 2026
Yu Chen, a guzheng performer from the University of Cambridge, receives multiple top honors at the UK International Music Competition 2026, sharing her inspiring journey and passion for traditional Chinese music on a global stage.
May 2


Winner's Speech | Lampros Marantos | World Classical Music Awards 2026
Lampros Marantos, a composer from Athens, Greece, was awarded the Silver Prize at the World Classical Music Awards 2026 Season 1 for his composition Land of Gods. In his winner’s speech, he reflects on his creative journey, orchestration process, and future aspirations as a composer.
May 1


Winner's Speech | Rei Kita | Debussy International Music Competition 2026
Young composer Rei Kita, based in Tirana, Albania, shares his award-winning journey after receiving the Gold Prize in the Original Composition category at the Debussy International Music Competition 2026, reflecting on his work Le Lacrime della Terra and its artistic vision.
Apr 29


Rhythm in Dialogue: A Young Mridangam Artist’s Journey Through Discipline, Tradition, and Expression
An interview with Platinum Prize winner Vineeth Raj Godavarti, a young mridangam artist, exploring his musical journey, Carnatic rhythm, and the artistry behind his award-winning performance.
Apr 28


The results for the Claude Debussy International Music Competition 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The Claude Debussy International Music Competition presents the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians, composers, and conductors from around the world for their achievements in performance and composition. This season reflects international participation across a wide range of musical disciplines. About the Competition The Claude Debussy International Music Competition is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging musical excellence in performan
Apr 28


The results for the Georges Bizet International Music Competition 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The Georges Bizet International Music Competition presents the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians, composers, and ensembles from around the world for their achievements in performance, composition, and collaborative work. This season reflects a wide international participation across diverse musical disciplines. About the Competition The Georges Bizet International Music Competition is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging musical excell
Apr 28


Winner's Speech | Marta Jakubiec | Violin | Golden Prestige International Music Competition 2026
Marta Jakubiec, a young violinist from Poland, was awarded the Absolute First Prize and the Special Prize for Excellent Technique at the Golden Prestige International Music Competition 2026 Season 1. In her winner’s speech, she reflects on the discipline, dedication, and support behind her musical journey.
Apr 21


The results for the Global Genius Music Competition 2026 Spring Season are now announced!
The Global Genius Music Competition presents the award results for the 2026 Spring Season, recognising musicians, composers, and conductors from around the world for their achievements across performance, composition, and ensemble work. This season reflects broad international participation across a wide range of musical disciplines. About the Competition The Global Genius Music Competition is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging musical excellence across per
Apr 21


The results for the Beethoven International Music Competition UK 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The Beethoven International Music Competition UK presents the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians, composers, and ensembles from around the world for their achievements in performance and composition. This season reflects a diverse international participation across a wide range of musical disciplines. About the Competition The Beethoven International Music Competition UK is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging excellence in music perfo
Apr 21


Winner's Speech | Constanza Gatica Moena | Violin | Bach International Music Competition UK 2026
Constanza Gatica Moena, violinist from Chile, achieved multiple distinctions at the Bach International Music Competition UK 2026 Season 1, receiving First Prize in the Romantic category and Second Prize in the Professional category. In her winner’s speech, she reflects on artistic identity, personal expression, and the evolving journey of a musician.
Apr 17


Winner's Speech | Napisa Siritanan | Piano | World Classical Music Awards 2026
Napisa Siritanan, a young pianist from Nonthaburi, Thailand, received the Silver Prize and the Soulful Rendition Special Award at the World Classical Music Awards 2026 Season 1. Her achievement reflects a passion for music and the dedication of a young performer beginning her artistic journey.
Apr 17


The results for the Concours International de Musique Jean-Philippe Rameau 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The Concours International de Musique Jean-Philippe Rameau presents the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians and composers from around the world for their achievements in performance and composition. This season reflects international participation across a range of instruments and musical disciplines. About the Competition The Concours International de Musique Jean-Philippe Rameau is an international online competition open to performers, composers, co
Apr 16


Winner’s Spotlight | Óscar Román Roquero | Saint-Saëns International Music Competition 2025
An exclusive spotlight on pianist Óscar Román Roquero, Grand Prize winner of the Saint-Saëns International Music Competition 2025, highlighting his achievements, artistic journey, and global career.
Apr 15


The results for the New York Music Award 2026 Season 2 are now announced!
The New York Music Award presents the award results for the 2026 Season 2, recognising musicians, composers, and performers from around the world for their achievements across performance, composition, and recording projects. This season reflects a wide international participation and a diverse range of musical disciplines. About the Competition The New York Music Award is an international platform dedicated to acknowledging musical excellence across performance, composition
Apr 15


Winner's Speech | Chun-Syuan Wei | Piano | UK International Music Competition 2026
Chun-Syuan Wei, a talented pianist from the United States, wins the Absolute First Prize and Fantastic Technique Special Prize at the UK International Music Competition 2026 Season 1, sharing his inspiring reflections on music and artistic pursuit.
Apr 11
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