Charleston International Music Competition Reviews — Page 27

Tran (Emma) Phuong Anh

Thank you very much for your kind message and for organizing such a wonderful competition.

Participating in the Charleston International Music Competition has been a truly inspiring milestone for Emma. She was honored to receive First Prize in Piano and Second Prize in Violin, which meant great encouragement for her as a young musician who is just beginning her musical journey.

At such a young age, every opportunity to perform and share music helps nurture not only technical growth but also a deeper appreciation for the beauty and discipline of music. We are sincerely grateful for the thoughtful evaluation and encouragement from the distinguished judges.

What makes this competition especially meaningful is its ability to bring together young talents from around the world through a shared love of music. It is inspiring for children to realize that music can transcend borders, cultures, and languages, connecting people in the most beautiful way.

We deeply appreciate the Charleston International Music Competition for creating such a distinguished international platform for young artists. This experience will remain a cherished memory for Emma and a source of inspiration as she continues to grow and explore the world of music.

Thank you for the wonderful experience and providing such an amazing platform for young musicians around the world. We wish you continued success and we look forward to be a part of your competitions again in the near future.

My dearest gratitude to all the tremendous judges and outstandingly talented performers at the Charleston international competition. It’s been an honor to partake in this awe-inspiring competition filled with the greatest hands and minds of today. I’m truly thankful for the opportunity for such a marvelous performance journey here, and wish to partake in this competition again. It’s been a truly touching point in my journey of daily onerous practice, weekly recordings, and a mix of the both. My best regards to everyone.

Hideko Amano

I am truly honored to receive First Prize at the Charleston International Music Competition. It has been a wonderful experience to participate alongside so many talented musicians, and I am deeply grateful for this recognition. This achievement motivates me to continue growing and pursuing my passion for music with even greater dedication.

I am also very happy to have participated in this competition, and I was greatly inspired by listening to the wonderful performances of other musicians. I hope this competition will continue to provide meaningful opportunities for many talented artists in the future.

I would also like to express my sincere gratitude to my flute teachers, Erin Bouriakov and Denis Bouriakov, as well as to my parents for their unwavering support throughout my musical journey. Thank you for this meaningful opportunity.

The achievement my piano student, Maya Karatepe, has earned by placing 4th in an international music competition has been a great source of pride for me. This accomplishment reflects not only her talent, but also her dedication, discipline, and deep passion for music.

Participating in such a respected international platform has provided her with a valuable opportunity to share the stage with talented young musicians from around the world, express herself artistically, and further develop her musical identity.

I would like to sincerely thank the competition committee and esteemed jury members for organizing such a meaningful event and for supporting young musicians by offering them an inspiring stage. Opportunities like these play a significant role in the artistic and personal growth of students.

I wholeheartedly congratulate Maya for her hard work and determination, and I wish her continued success on her musical journey.

It is my honor to participate in the Charleston International Music Competition.  Although I was not able to compete in person alongside so many outstanding violinists, I had the opportunity to listen to their performances on the competition’s YouTube channel which was truly inspiring. The greatest award for me has been the chance to meet with musicians from around the world and to explore diverse interpretations of music.  Whether we perform solo or duet, on violin or piano, we are all sharing our own versions of a song of joy-coming together as a global orchestra. I hope we continue to grow through music and remain connected by it.  This shared passion brings us closer and carries a lasting message of peace, filling the world with love rather than conflict.

Thank you for selecting my original song, “My Handsome Man,” as a finalist and awarding it Second Prize in the 2026 Classical Music Competition.

Participating in the 2026 Classical Music Competition through your organization, the Charleston International Music Competition makes me feel happy. I’m truly honored by this recognition. Knowing that my performance was selected as a Second Prize winner is incredibly exciting and serves as an inspiration for me to continue writing and submitting songs to your prestigious organization. I have already written several songs across different genres in both English and Spanish.

Since the competition rules emphasize the performer’s natural voice, I submitted a song that I perform publicly to showcase my true vocal character. I am grateful for the opportunity to share this romantic piece and appreciate you featuring it on social media.

Thank you for publishing the official results on your website and for the announcements in the CBS and AP News press releases.

Thank you so much for your thoughtful evaluation and for awarding Milana First Prize! She is thrilled!

We are incredibly grateful for the judges’ kind words and detailed feedback. It means so much to see her hard work, dedication, and love for music recognized in such a meaningful way.

We sincerely appreciate the opportunity to be part of such a distinguished competition.

I am truly honored to be recognized as a Second Prize winner in the 2026 Classical Music Competition. This journey has been incredibly rewarding and has allowed me to grow significantly as a musician. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to my teacher, Mikhail Yanovitsky, as well as Ms. Galina and Mr. Timothy at Elite Music Academy for their support. Their expert guidance, unwavering encouragement, and dedication to excellence have been instrumental in my development. This achievement would not have been possible without their mentorship. I am grateful to CIMC for providing this platform to share my music and for the judges’ insightful feedback.