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SEMI-FINALISTS
"I enjoyed discovering all the young musicians, seeing their enthusiasm and pride for their efforts. The level of skill and talent of this competition was very high which made the job of selecting especially difficult, yet meaningful. Huge thanks to Francisco Ybarra and all the organizers, for fostering this opportunity for the musical youth!"
DARIA RABOTKINA
“It’s been a joy to experience such extraordinary talent through inspiring performances in this year’s competition. The level of artistry and commitment from these musicians is truly remarkable. Opportunities like this are so important for bringing talent together and building a vibrant musical community. Many congratulations to all!”
ER-GENE KAHNG
“The level of playing and musicianship in the first round of the IYACC was incredibly high, and it seems to keep getting higher every year which made our job of choosing the 16 semi-finalists very difficult. Congratulations to all of the semi-finalists and to everyone who entered on all of the fantastic music making!”
CONNER GRAY COVINGTON
Alternates
First Alternate Zarin Mehta
Beethoven, Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-flat major, Op. 73: Movement 1, AllegroSecond Alternate Alexander Wong
Mozart, Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor, K. 466, Movement I. AllegroThird Alternate Jacob Peizner
Glazunov, Concerto For Alto Saxophone Op. 109