Minato began studying violin at the age of 8. He is a member of the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestras and also enjoys playing in his high school orchestra. Through these experiences, he has developed his love for music and looks forward to continuing his musical journey.
Watch Minato Yoneyama perform Symphonie Espagnole (1st Movement) by Édouard Lalo on the violin for the 2025 Global Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.