Grand Metropolitan Music Competition 2026 Final Round Celebrates Global Excellence and Distinguished Jury

Montreal, Quebec Apr 27, 2026 (Issuewire.com) Grand Metropolitan International Music Competition 2026 Final Round Results Announced: Global Excellence, Distinguished Jury Leadership, and the Emergence of Exceptional International Artists

The 6th Edition of the Grand Metropolitan International Music Competition 2026, presented by the Global Federation of International Competitions of Music and Fine Arts (Canada), has officially unveiled its highly anticipated Final Round Results, recognizing extraordinary musicians from around the world whose artistry, discipline, and musical sophistication have distinguished them on the international stage.

This years competition attracted remarkable talent across diverse age categories, disciplines, and nations, further solidifying Grand Metropolitans standing as a globally respected platform for serious musicians seeking elite international recognition.

An Esteemed International Jury Panel

A defining hallmark of the Grand Metropolitan International Music Competition is its world-class adjudication panel, composed of internationally acclaimed pedagogues and performers whose expertise ensures the highest artistic and professional standards.

The distinguished 2026 jury panel included:

• Prof. Martin Choy (Hong Kong) internationally respected pianist, educator, and adjudicator renowned for his commitment to technical precision and artistic excellence
• Prof. Laurence Kayaleh (Canada) celebrated violinist, professor, and distinguished international concert artist
• Maestro Massimiliano Valenti (Italy) esteemed conductor, composer, and internationally recognized musical authority
• Dr. Angela Chan (Canada) accomplished pianist, educator, and respected leader in advanced musical training

Together, this exceptional jury brought profound expertise, international perspective, and rigorous artistic evaluation to the competition, ensuring that each participant was judged according to the highest standards of global musicianship.

Recognizing Excellence Beyond Competition

The Grand Metropolitan International Music Competition continues to distinguish itself by providing meaningful professional advancement opportunities beyond traditional awards. Top-performing laureates were selected for prestigious international music distribution opportunities across major digital platforms, including:

• Apple Music
• iTunes
• Spotify
• YouTube Music

Selected featured winners include:

• Andrew Jun (Clarinet, USA)
• Charity Mapletoft (Voice, United Kingdom)
• Ellen Herler, Senny Herler & Ella Gardini (Piano Trio, Finland)
• Eunjin Jung (Piano, USA)
• Mari Matsubara (Violin, Japan)
• Yichun Sheng (Piano, USA)

These opportunities reflect Grand Metropolitans innovative visionbridging competition success with real-world career development and global artistic exposure.

Grand Metropolitan International Music Competition 2026 Final Round Results  

ABSOLUTE PLATINUM

• Sheng Yichun Solo Piano USA Absolute Platinum (98.5)
• Jung Eunjin Solo Piano USA Absolute Platinum (98.3)

PLATINUM

• Jun Andrew Solo Clarinet USA Platinum (96.7)
• Mapletoft Charity Solo Voice (Soprano) United Kingdom Platinum (96.2)
• Ellen Herler, Senny Herler & Ella Gardini Trio Piano Trio (violin viola, piano) Finland Platinum (95.6)
• Matsubara Mari Solo Violin Japan Platinum (95.6)
• Iourova Elena Solo Piano USA Platinum (95.4)
• Tran Esme Solo Piano USA Platinum (95.3)
• Tong Fei Solo Violin China Platinum (95.3)
• Slavova Darina Solo Folk Singing Bulgaria Platinum (95.3)
• Dimitrijevi Vinja Solo Organ Serbia Platinum (95.1)
• Piriyalertsak Boonyawee Solo Voice Thailand Platinum (94.5)

GOLD

• Han Jeehyo Solo Violin Korea Gold (94.3)
• Tourloupis Vasilios Composition / Music Cover Composition Australia Gold (94.3)
• Khanna Gauri Solo Cello India Gold (93.5)
• Lin Bryant Solo Piano USA Gold (93)
• PU Kingston Zicheng Solo Piano New Zealand Gold (93)
• Ha Claire Solo Violin South Korea Gold (93)
• Tang Gloria Solo Voice USA Gold (92.4)
• Idrisova Anel Solo Piano United Arab Emirates Gold (92)
• Kang Yeji Solo Piano USA Gold (92)
• Givrad-Wright Anahita Solo Violin USA Gold (92)
• Khanna Siddharth Solo Violin India Gold (92)
• Xu Cheng Solo Cello Canada Gold (92)
• Son Madeline Solo Violin USA Gold (92)
• Shao Jinwen Solo Piano USA Gold (92)
• Patel Anushka Solo Piano USA Gold (91.3)
• Keyi Zhang Solo French Horn China Gold (91.3)
• Mishra Krrish Solo Piano USA Gold (91)
• Takahashi Dylan Solo Piano USA Gold (90.1)
• Lee Yik Hei Letisha Solo Harp Hong Kong Gold (90)
• Park Liam Solo Piano USA Gold (90)
• Srisawat Pimchanok Solo Violin Thailand Gold (90)

SILVER

• Popescu Andrei Solo Piano Romania Silver (89.2)
• Khatod Sioni Arianna Solo Piano USA Silver (89)
• Mia Jia Solo Oboe USA Silver (89)
• Kim Clara Solo Violin USA Silver (89)
• Marasigan Juan Pablo Solo Piano USA Silver (88.3)
• Al-Khatib Omar Solo Violin Syria Silver (88.3)
• Vardanyan Elenik Solo Piano Armenia Silver (88.3)
• Gao Ryan Solo Piano USA Silver (88)
• Wong Yik Long Aiden Solo Trumpet Canada Silver (88)
• Wu Denny Solo Trumpet Canada Silver (88)
• Gruber Lukas Solo Piano Austria Silver (88)
• Chen Yu-Ting Solo Piano Taiwan Silver (87)
• Minnis Gavril Solo Piano Romania Silver (87)
• Xia Victoria Solo Piano USA Silver (87)
• Khan Zalmay Solo Piano USA Silver (87)
• Al-Suwaidi Fatima Solo Violin UAE Silver (86.2)
• Khatod Raj-Orion Solo Piano USA Silver (86)
• Khan Azlan Solo Piano USA Silver (86)
• Goyette Lorraine Solo Trumpet Canada Silver (86)
• Van Dijk Sophie Solo Piano Netherlands Silver (85)

BRONZE

• Chu Won Solo Violin Vietnam Bronze (84.3)
• Rodriguez Anika Solo Piano USA Bronze (84.2)
• Marasigan Pedro Rafael Solo Piano USA Bronze (84)
• Dela Cruz Rowena Solo Violin Philippines Bronze (84)
• Brown Emily Solo Violin United Kingdom Bronze (83.4)
• Al-Mansoori Khalid Solo Piano UAE Bronze (83.1)
• Chloe Tsang Solo Erhu Canada Bronze (83)
• Pham Gia Huy Solo Cello Vietnam Bronze (83)
• Taylor Jack Solo Piano Australia Bronze (83)
• Steiner Anna Solo Violin Austria Bronze (82)
• Haddad Lina Solo Piano Syria Bronze (81.3)
• Chin Irene Solo Viola USA Bronze (81.2)
• Ionescu Maria Solo Violin Romania Bronze (81)
• Melkonyan Tigrav Solo Cello Armenia Bronze (81)
• Chaiyawat Narin Solo Piano Thailand Bronze (80.1)
• Jolene Peng Solo Piano Canada Bronze (80)
• Nguyen Minh Anh Solo Piano Vietnam Bronze (80)

HONORABLE MENTION

• Smith Oliver Solo Piano United Kingdom Honorable Mention (79)
• Hung Simon Solo Guitar Hong Kong Honorable Mention (79)

Source: Grand Metro Final Round Results by Marks PDF

A Powerful Global Platform for Artistic Advancement

Grand Metropolitans model extends far beyond medals and rankings. It offers participants:

• International prestige
• Professional portfolio development
• Global performance exposure
• Commercial music platform placement
• High-level adjudication
• Career-enhancing recognition

By combining accessibility with uncompromising standards, the competition has become a powerful gateway for musicians aspiring to establish themselves within the international classical and contemporary music communities.

Artistry Without Borders

The 2026 finalists demonstrated not only technical command but also profound emotional communication, interpretative maturity, and artistic individuality. Their performances reflect the enduring importance of music as a universal language that transcends geographical and cultural boundaries.

As international competitions continue to evolve, Grand Metropolitan remains at the forefront by preserving artistic integrity while embracing modern opportunities for visibility and professional growth.

Looking Ahead

For its winners, the 2026 Final Round represents a significant career milestone. For future participants, Grand Metropolitan continues to stand as a beacon of excellence, offering musicians worldwide a respected stage where exceptional talent is recognized, elevated, and propelled forward.

Through visionary leadership, distinguished jury expertise, and unwavering commitment to artistic excellence, the Grand Metropolitan International Music Competition continues to shape the future of international music recognition.

For complete results and official announcements, visit:
https://www.grandmetromusic.com/2026-final-round-results.html

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