Trinity International Music Competition Announces 2025–2026 Final Round Winners Across 44 Nations

Toronto, Ontario Apr 27, 2026 (Issuewire.com)  - Trinity International Music Competition Announces Comprehensive 2025–2026 Final Round ResultsFifth Edition Showcases Exceptional Global Talent Across 44 Countries

Trinity International Music Competition proudly unveils the complete Final Round Results of its prestigious 2025–2026 Fifth Edition, celebrating an extraordinary international gathering of musicians, composers, and artists representing 44 countries worldwide.

This landmark edition reflects Trinity’s continued ascent as one of the world’s premier international online music competitions, uniting extraordinary talent from across continents in a powerful celebration of artistry, discipline, and global cultural excellence.

This year’s final round demonstrated remarkable artistic excellence across piano, strings, voice, winds, composition, traditional instruments, and interdisciplinary artistic categories. The competition continues to expand its international influence by providing a distinguished platform for musicians of all ages and levels to gain global recognition and professional advancement.

With finalists spanning North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Oceania, and beyond, Trinity once again reinforced its commitment to artistic excellence, international inclusivity, and career development.

By fostering a truly international stage for artistic achievement, Trinity has become a beacon for emerging and established musicians seeking world-class recognition, elite adjudication, and transformative professional opportunities.

Distinguished International Jury Panel

The 2025–2026 Final Round was adjudicated by an esteemed panel of internationally respected pedagogues, performers, composers, and artistic leaders:

• Prof. Ren Yan (China)

• Dr. Thomas Green (Canada)

• Maestro Massimiliano Valenti (Italy)

• Prof. Amelie Fradette (USA)

These distinguished jury members brought extensive international expertise in performance, composition, pedagogy, and adjudication, ensuring rigorous artistic standards and fair, world-class evaluation throughout the final round.

Their leadership and artistic insight elevated the competition to the highest international standards, offering participants not only recognition but validation from some of the global music community’s most respected authorities.

Highest Distinction: Absolute Platinum MedalistsFeatured for International Music Distribution

Trinity’s most elite award — Absolute Platinum Medalist — was presented to the following exceptional artists, who were also selected for international music distribution across major global streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Deezer, Amazon Music, and more:

• Mariya Akhadjanova (Uzbekistan) – Piano

• Massimo Carpegna (Italy) – Composition

• Elizabeth Levine (USA) – Piano

• Alexander Liu (Australia) – Piano

• Yiran Liu (China) – Composition

• Witold Suryn (Canada) – Composition

• Rita Wu (USA) – Guzheng

These artists were recognized for their extraordinary technical mastery, interpretive artistry, originality, and exceptional professional promise on the international stage.

As Trinity’s highest-ranking honorees, these musicians exemplify the pinnacle of artistic achievement and now stand poised for expanded international visibility through professional distribution and promotional opportunities.

Full Final Round Award Categories

Absolute Platinum Medalists - Awarded to finalists with the highest marks (98% and above) demonstrating exceptional artistry, advanced technical command, and distinguished musical interpretation.

• Mariya Akhadjanova — Piano — Uzbekistan
• Massimo Carpegna — Composition — Italy
• Witold Suryn — Orchestra Composition — Canada
• Alexander Liu — Piano — Australia
• Elizabeth Levine — Piano — USA

Platinum Medalists - Awarded to finalists demonstrating exceptional artistry, advanced technical command, and distinguished musical interpretation.

• Esme Tran — Piano — USA
• Kamonpond Vongvitavat — Percussion — Thailand
• Kyle Tanaka — Piano — USA
• Julia Gentry — Piano — USA
• Ken'ichi Masakado — Composition — Japan
• Yiran Liu — Composition — China
• Rita Wu — Guzheng — United States

Gold Medalists - Recognized for outstanding performance quality, strong musicianship, and artistic refinement.

• Alyna Austin — Voice / Singing — Canada
• Samer Elaneed — Piano — United States
• ARIGHNA RAY — Guitar — India
• JAE HYUK CHO — Clarinet — Singapore
• Chian Chen — Composition — Taiwan
• Charlie Jiahe Meng — Violin — Hong Kong
• Low Ee Jay Low — Voice / Singing — Malaysia
• Jeewoo Min — Violin — South Korea
• Acadia Tackitt — Piano — United States
• Haiyang Gu — Piano — Canada
• Jiayi Huang — Composition — China
• Jiahao Yu — Piano — China
• Audrey Ma — Piano — USA/Canada
• Tsz Him Lee — Violin & Piano (Duet/Duo) — Hong Kong / SAR
• Fan Yang — Violin — Australia
• Chia-Hsuan Ke — Composition — Taiwan

Silver Medalists - Honored for notable musical achievement, technical accomplishment, and artistic development.

• Krit Suriya — Flute — Thailand
• ARIGHNA RAY — Guitar — India
• Krit Suriya — Flute — Thailand
• Seojin Kim — Piano — South Korea
• Smera Tiwari — Voice / Singing — India
• Thao Anh Nguyen — Cello — Vietnam
• Mingzhuo Han — Piano — Singapore
• Anant Lad — Piano — India
• Lara Elaneed — Piano — United States
• HARUOMI TAKASE — Cello — Malaysia
• Myra Makhi — Drumset (Song Cover) — India
• Marius Zhu — Piano — Canada
• Matis Podoba — Piano — Canada
• Hermione Fung — Violin — United States
• Ella Euan Cheong — Piano — Singapore
• Robert Raby — Piano — United States
• Carla Victoria Brunner — Violin — Switzerland

Bronze Medalists - Presented to participants showing commendable dedication and competitive performance standards.

• Sze Him Lai — Piano — Hong Kong / SAR
• Jason Chan — Clarinet — Canada
• Quang Minh Pham — Cello — Vietnam
• Daniel Goh — Oboe — Singapore
• Emily Wong — Piano — Canada
• Charlotte Smith — Clarinet — United Kingdom
• Liam Harris — Viola — Australia
• My Linh Tran — Violin — Vietnam
• Sumin Park — Flute — South Korea
• Sheryl Tan — Violin — Singapore
• Sophie Mitchell — Harp — Australia
• Jisoo Lee — Violin — South Korea
• Ananda Chai — Piano — Thailand
• Henry Chapman — Piano — United Kingdom
• Quincy Poon — Piano & Voice Composition — Hong Kong / SAR

These diverse award categories reflect Trinity’s dedication to recognizing excellence at multiple levels while encouraging continuous artistic growth across generations and disciplines.

Expanded Career Advancement Opportunities - Trinity International Music Competition distinguishes itself by offering winners more than traditional awards. Selected finalists and laureates received opportunities for:

• International music streaming distribution

• Prestigious global concert exposure

• Media interviews and artist promotion

• Official winner showcases

• Teacher and institution recognition

• Professional certificates and medals

• Career portfolio enhancement

• International branding opportunities

This comprehensive professional framework transforms Trinity from a competition into a launchpad for artistic careers, empowering musicians to expand their presence on the world stage.

A Global Platform for Artistic Excellence

Since its establishment, Trinity International Music Competition has become an internationally respected competition by combining:

• High-level adjudication

• Professional development pathways

• International artist exposure

• Accessible global participation

• Recognition across diverse genres and instruments

The Fifth Edition further cements Trinity’s reputation as a leading force in the global online music competition landscape.

As the organization continues to evolve, Trinity remains steadfast in its mission to inspire, elevate, and promote the next generation of world-class musicians through excellence, innovation, and global opportunity.

About Trinity International Music Competition

Based in Toronto, Canada, Trinity International Music Competition is a premier global online competition dedicated to recognizing and advancing musicians across all instruments, genres, age groups, and artistic disciplines. Through rigorous adjudication and innovative professional opportunities, Trinity empowers musicians to achieve artistic distinction on the world stage.

With its expanding international reach, Trinity continues to redefine what modern music competitions can offer by blending artistic prestige with tangible professional advancement.

For complete Final Round Results, laureate listings, and official announcements, please visit:
https://www.trinityinternationalmusiccompetition.org

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