2025 Global International Music Competition
(5th Edition)
RESULTS
(5th Edition)
RESULTS
Results listed by Age Category and Marks
2025 GLOBAL INTERNATIONAL MUSIC COMPETITION
TOP SPECIAL PRIZES:
Absolute Platinum Winners selected to be featured and publicized as artists on Apple Music, Spotify, Youtube Music, Soundcloud, Deezer and other worldwide music distribution channels.
Panagiotis Fournarakis - Composition - Professional Category - Greece
Minsol Kim - Percussion - Collegiate Category - Canada
** We will contact the winners personally by email within 14 days of announcement of this prize.
TOP SPECIAL PRIZES:
Absolute Platinum Winners selected to be featured and publicized as artists on Apple Music, Spotify, Youtube Music, Soundcloud, Deezer and other worldwide music distribution channels.
Panagiotis Fournarakis - Composition - Professional Category - Greece
Minsol Kim - Percussion - Collegiate Category - Canada
** We will contact the winners personally by email within 14 days of announcement of this prize.
*VERY IMPORTANT*
APPLY FOR CERTIFICATES & MEDALS
Please be advised that in order to qualify for the issuance of your certificate and medal, it is imperative that you complete the Online Certificate & Medal Application Form
on or before the deadline of 10th of September, 2025.
Applications after this deadline will not be processed.
2025 Global International Music Competition (5th Edition)
ONLINE WINNER'S GALA CONCERT
2025 Global International Music Competition
Platinum & Top Gold Medalists
Platinum & Top Gold Medalists
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Panagiotis Fournarakis - Professional Category - Concert Performance Division - Compostition - 97% - Platinum Medalist - Greece
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Minsol Kim - Collegiate Category - Concert Performance Division - Percussion - 97% - Platinum Medalist - Canada
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Rita Wu - Youth Category - Concert Performance Division - Guzheng - 96% - Platinum Medalist - USA
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Pharlorn Phophong - Junior Category - Concert Performance Division - Flute - 95% - Platinum Medalist - Thailand
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Ruiman Li - Junior Category - Concert Performance Division - Piano (Concerto) - 95% - Platinum Medalist - Hong Kong
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Pharphum Phophong - Youth Category - Concert Performance Division- Flute - 95% - Platinum Medalist - Thailand
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Prem Tharahirumchot - Youth Category - Concert Performance Division - Piano - 95% - Platinum Medalist - Thailand
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Ahyoung Kim - Youth Category - Versatile Musician Division - Harp - 94.4% - Gold Medlist - USA
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Audrey Wu - Collegiate Category - Concert Performance Division - Cello - 94% - Gold Medalist - Taiwan
Wahid Bajar (Bayar) - Open Category - Versatile Musician Division - Composition - 94% - Gold Medalist - Netherlands
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Mohamad Saharkhizy - Open Category - Concert Performance Division- Percussion - 94% - Gold - Iran
Siti Nur Hajarul Aswadshakeeb Arsalaan Bajunid - Open Category - Versatile Musician Division - Composition - 94% -Gold - Malaysia
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Miles Guo - Youth Category - Concert Performance Division - Piano - 94% - Gold Medalist - Canada
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Johannes David Luz - Youth Category - Concert Performance Division - Violin - 94% - Gold Medalist - Philippines
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Winners' Photo & Biography Submission
Congratulations to all winners and teachers!
We welcome winners (medalists) to submit their photo & bio to us!
We will be delighted to celebrate your commitment and success and post it on our "Global International Music Competition Hall of Fame" at our website!
Please send your concert portrait and bio (under 200 words) in prose form as a Word doc to us via email at [email protected]
Please note that we do not accept text in pdf or image files.
Congratulations to all winners and teachers!
We welcome winners (medalists) to submit their photo & bio to us!
We will be delighted to celebrate your commitment and success and post it on our "Global International Music Competition Hall of Fame" at our website!
Please send your concert portrait and bio (under 200 words) in prose form as a Word doc to us via email at [email protected]
Please note that we do not accept text in pdf or image files.
2025 Global International Music Competition
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Panagiotis Fournarakis - Professional Category - Greece - Conductor / Composer - Platinum Medalist - Greece
Panagiotis Fournarakis was born in Heraklion, Crete, in 1963. He began piano and advanced theory classes at the Hellenic Conservatory of Heraklion, where he graduated with degrees in piano, singing and harmony. He continued his studies at the “Hellenic Conservatory of Athens” with Professor Dimitris Katsimbas, professor at the Department of Musicology of the University of Thessaloniki and conductor of the Hellenic Conservatory of Music, where he graduated with degrees in counterpoint and fugue. Immediately after that he began Composition and Orchestra Conducting with Professor Theodore Antoniou, Professor of Composition at Boston University and in June 1996 he obtained a diploma in Composition with a grade of EXCELLENT unanimously and first prize.
Panagiotis Fournarakis has participated with his works in Composition competitions, 49th Festival International de musique de BesanconFranche, in the 33rd premio musicale (cita di Trieste) Italia, the Alea III International composition Prize (Boston University), XXIX Queen prize for music composition Espana, Martirano composition award the University of Illinois. He has presented his works with the Union of Greek Composers, in collaboration with the 3rd Program of the ERA. He has performed concerts in America in the cities of Washington, Boston, New York, in Canada in the cities of Toronto, Montreal & in Australia in the cities of Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide; Canberra. In February 1999 he accepted an invitation from the Athens Concert Hall and presented his work “Inner Voices”.
In March 1999 he became a member of the Union of Greek Composers. In July 2000 he was inspired and implemented, together with Theodore Antoniou, the International Guitar Competition in the Municipality of Archanes. In July 2002, the
Orchestra of Colors presented his work “Theme and Variations for String Orchestra”. In March 2003, the Louisiana State University of the USA proceeded to publish a double C.D. with works by American and Greek composers, in worldwide circulation, which includes his work “Heliostalagma”.
As a member of the Board of Directors of NOPEI in December 2007, he created the musical ensembles of the Heraklion Prefecture, the symphony orchestra, the mixed choir and the children's-youth choir of which he was the artistic director conductor of the symphony orchestra. In September 2013, he founded the “Conservatory of Colors”, of which he is also the Artistic Director. In May 2015, his work was presented at the Athens Concert Hall: "Overseas on Domestic
Voyages" for voice and piano, work No. 43, to poetry by ANTONIS SANOUDAKIS. The ERT National Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Michalis Economou, presented the "Cantata Work No. 32 to poetry by Antonis
Sanoudakis, in the courtyard of the Byzantine church of Panagia Gouverniotissa in the Municipality of Hersonissos, Crete. At the World Competition “Classical MUSIC STARS International Competition”, he received the 1st Prize in the COMPOSITION category (Gdansk, POLAND) 2025. At the World Competition “DEBUSSY – International Music Competition” he received the PLATINUM PRIZE (London, ENGLAND) 2025. At the World Competition “ERIC SATIE - International Music Competition” he received the PLATINUM PRIZE again (WALES) 2025. At the World Competition “WORLD Exceptional Musicians”, he received the PLATINUM PRIZE again (London, ENGLAND) 2025.
At the World Competition “BACH International Music Competition”, in the Composition category, he received the 2nd PRIZE (Warsaw, POLAND) 2025. At the World Competition “WORLD’S Best Musicians Competition”, in the Composition category, he received the 2nd prize (Warsaw, POLAND) 2025. In the World Competition “BRAHMS International Online Music Competition”, in the Composition category, he won the SILVER PRIZE (Gdansk, POLAND) 2025. In the World Competition “FENIX AWARD - International Music Competition”, in the Composition category, he won the 1st GOLD PRIZE (Gdansk, POLAND) 2025. In the World Competition “MOZART International Music Competition”, in the Composition category, he won the SILVER PRIZE (Gdansk, POLAND) 2025. In the World Competition “US CANADIAN International Music Competition UK”, in the Composition category, he won the “ABSOLUTE PLATINUM MEDALIST” (USA) 2025. In the World Competition “SCHUBERT International Music Competition”, in the Composition category, he won the PLATINUM PRIZE 2025. In the “GRANT International Music Competition”, in the Composition category, he won the PLATINUM PRIZE (Canada) 2025. WORKS: He has written over 40 works: for Musical Ensembles, for solo instruments, for Orchestra, for
Voice, for Opera, for Choir a cappella, for Choir & Orchestra, for Soloist-Choir- Orchestra, Incidental Music, music for theater, Concertos, Octets, Quintesses, Septets, Quartets, etc. DISCOGRAPHY: He has recorded 5 CDs with his works
and a 4-DVD cassette with the Symphony Orchestra.
Panagiotis Fournarakis was born in Heraklion, Crete, in 1963. He began piano and advanced theory classes at the Hellenic Conservatory of Heraklion, where he graduated with degrees in piano, singing and harmony. He continued his studies at the “Hellenic Conservatory of Athens” with Professor Dimitris Katsimbas, professor at the Department of Musicology of the University of Thessaloniki and conductor of the Hellenic Conservatory of Music, where he graduated with degrees in counterpoint and fugue. Immediately after that he began Composition and Orchestra Conducting with Professor Theodore Antoniou, Professor of Composition at Boston University and in June 1996 he obtained a diploma in Composition with a grade of EXCELLENT unanimously and first prize.
Panagiotis Fournarakis has participated with his works in Composition competitions, 49th Festival International de musique de BesanconFranche, in the 33rd premio musicale (cita di Trieste) Italia, the Alea III International composition Prize (Boston University), XXIX Queen prize for music composition Espana, Martirano composition award the University of Illinois. He has presented his works with the Union of Greek Composers, in collaboration with the 3rd Program of the ERA. He has performed concerts in America in the cities of Washington, Boston, New York, in Canada in the cities of Toronto, Montreal & in Australia in the cities of Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide; Canberra. In February 1999 he accepted an invitation from the Athens Concert Hall and presented his work “Inner Voices”.
In March 1999 he became a member of the Union of Greek Composers. In July 2000 he was inspired and implemented, together with Theodore Antoniou, the International Guitar Competition in the Municipality of Archanes. In July 2002, the
Orchestra of Colors presented his work “Theme and Variations for String Orchestra”. In March 2003, the Louisiana State University of the USA proceeded to publish a double C.D. with works by American and Greek composers, in worldwide circulation, which includes his work “Heliostalagma”.
As a member of the Board of Directors of NOPEI in December 2007, he created the musical ensembles of the Heraklion Prefecture, the symphony orchestra, the mixed choir and the children's-youth choir of which he was the artistic director conductor of the symphony orchestra. In September 2013, he founded the “Conservatory of Colors”, of which he is also the Artistic Director. In May 2015, his work was presented at the Athens Concert Hall: "Overseas on Domestic
Voyages" for voice and piano, work No. 43, to poetry by ANTONIS SANOUDAKIS. The ERT National Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Michalis Economou, presented the "Cantata Work No. 32 to poetry by Antonis
Sanoudakis, in the courtyard of the Byzantine church of Panagia Gouverniotissa in the Municipality of Hersonissos, Crete. At the World Competition “Classical MUSIC STARS International Competition”, he received the 1st Prize in the COMPOSITION category (Gdansk, POLAND) 2025. At the World Competition “DEBUSSY – International Music Competition” he received the PLATINUM PRIZE (London, ENGLAND) 2025. At the World Competition “ERIC SATIE - International Music Competition” he received the PLATINUM PRIZE again (WALES) 2025. At the World Competition “WORLD Exceptional Musicians”, he received the PLATINUM PRIZE again (London, ENGLAND) 2025.
At the World Competition “BACH International Music Competition”, in the Composition category, he received the 2nd PRIZE (Warsaw, POLAND) 2025. At the World Competition “WORLD’S Best Musicians Competition”, in the Composition category, he received the 2nd prize (Warsaw, POLAND) 2025. In the World Competition “BRAHMS International Online Music Competition”, in the Composition category, he won the SILVER PRIZE (Gdansk, POLAND) 2025. In the World Competition “FENIX AWARD - International Music Competition”, in the Composition category, he won the 1st GOLD PRIZE (Gdansk, POLAND) 2025. In the World Competition “MOZART International Music Competition”, in the Composition category, he won the SILVER PRIZE (Gdansk, POLAND) 2025. In the World Competition “US CANADIAN International Music Competition UK”, in the Composition category, he won the “ABSOLUTE PLATINUM MEDALIST” (USA) 2025. In the World Competition “SCHUBERT International Music Competition”, in the Composition category, he won the PLATINUM PRIZE 2025. In the “GRANT International Music Competition”, in the Composition category, he won the PLATINUM PRIZE (Canada) 2025. WORKS: He has written over 40 works: for Musical Ensembles, for solo instruments, for Orchestra, for
Voice, for Opera, for Choir a cappella, for Choir & Orchestra, for Soloist-Choir- Orchestra, Incidental Music, music for theater, Concertos, Octets, Quintesses, Septets, Quartets, etc. DISCOGRAPHY: He has recorded 5 CDs with his works
and a 4-DVD cassette with the Symphony Orchestra.
Johannes David Luz — Youth Category — Violin — Concert Performance Division - Gold Medalist - Philippines
Born in 2009, David Luz embarked on his musical journey at the age of 5 with the study of piano at the Yamaha Music School in Qatar; in 2018, he passed
his ABRSM graded piano examination in Music Performance as well as his graded examination in Music Theory, both with distinction. After studying
the guitar for a year, he also passed with distinction his Rock School London Award for Popular Music Performance of Electric Guitar. By the age of 10, he
began to learn to play the violin for a Middle School orchestra in an international school and served as the concertmaster, performing in the centennial year celebration of his school. For his excellence in performance, participation and behavior in the Strings program, he earned the Most Valuable
Musician award, voted on by peers and teachers.
David now pursues a higher level of violin study under the mentorship of Mr. Noel Martin. As a Junior student in High School, David advocates to balance
his academic excellence (with Highest Honors award in an international school) with his extracurricular musical endeavors under the guidance of Mr. Martin.
Wahid Bayar - Open Category - Composition - Versatile Musician Division - Gold Medalist - Netherlands
Wahid Bayar is an award-winning, multi-talented artist singer, songwriter, composer, music producer, dancer, choreographer, and theater maker. Music has flowed through his veins since childhood, and his heart beats in perfect rhythm with every composition he creates.
As a professional dancer, he intuitively feels movement and rhythm, allowing his music to effortlessly capture energy, emotion, and dynamism. With over 100 original tracks, Wahid composes for himself, international artists, films, TV commercials, radio programs, and theater productions.
His work spans moods from joyful to melancholic, from energetic to calm, across hip-hop, pop, dance, classical, and world music. His compositions resonate with audiences of all ages and cultures, leaving a lasting impact wherever they are performed. Wahid has collaborated with numerous international artists, blending diverse styles into innovative and unforgettable music. His creative vision and technical mastery make him a sought-after composer and producer, celebrated for bringing emotion, movement, and storytelling together in every project. Awarded multiple international prizes, Wahid continues to inspire and move audiences worldwide, bridging genres, cultures, and generations with his artistry.
Wahid Bayar - Open Category - Composition - Versatile Musician Division - Gold Medalist - Netherlands
Wahid Bayar is an award-winning, multi-talented artist singer, songwriter, composer, music producer, dancer, choreographer, and theater maker. Music has flowed through his veins since childhood, and his heart beats in perfect rhythm with every composition he creates.
As a professional dancer, he intuitively feels movement and rhythm, allowing his music to effortlessly capture energy, emotion, and dynamism. With over 100 original tracks, Wahid composes for himself, international artists, films, TV commercials, radio programs, and theater productions.
His work spans moods from joyful to melancholic, from energetic to calm, across hip-hop, pop, dance, classical, and world music. His compositions resonate with audiences of all ages and cultures, leaving a lasting impact wherever they are performed. Wahid has collaborated with numerous international artists, blending diverse styles into innovative and unforgettable music. His creative vision and technical mastery make him a sought-after composer and producer, celebrated for bringing emotion, movement, and storytelling together in every project. Awarded multiple international prizes, Wahid continues to inspire and move audiences worldwide, bridging genres, cultures, and generations with his artistry.
Vito Hsu - Collegiate Category - Cello - Concert division - Silver Medalist - USA
Vito Hsu is a 17-year-old high school student currently attending Arcadia High School in California and he is also a member of the school orchestra. Vito began learning the piano in third grade and the cello in fourth grade. His family's love for music inspired him to start learning musical instruments from an early age. In addition to his passion for music, Vito is also strong in sports. Music and Sports are an almost inseparable part of his life, which makes him open-minded, cheerful, and healthy. Vito has achieved outstanding results in various music competitions, including winning a silver medal in the NAVI competition, a gold medal in the Quebec competition and a second place medal in the VIVALDI international competition. He is constantly improving and enhancing his progress as he grows. His positive learning attitude and dedication are truly admirable and worth learning from.
Winner Biographies of
2024 Global International Music Competition
Oliver Gruhn - Open Category - Composition - Absolute Platinum Medalist - German
Oliver Gruhn was born in 1968, at the age of 8 he got trumpet lessons, two years later he was accepted at the special school for music "Hanns Eisler". There he changed to trombone at th age of 12 and studied trombone with Gerhard Haas and composition with Prof. Dr. Wolfram Heicking at the Hochschule für Musik "Hanns Eisler" Berlin. From 1988 until today he has been both deputy principal trombonist and principal trombonist of the Norddeutsche Philharmonie Rostock.
Oliver Gruhn's compositional output is wide-ranging, encompassing chamber music pieces, large-scale symphonic pieces, stage music, jazz compositions, a solo concerto, film music, opera and five major orchestral song cycles. Through the song he has a close collaboration with the soprano Diana Schnürpel since 2020, she has already recorded most of the songs for soprano.
Erika Pavlíková - Youth Category - Saxophone - Platinum Medalist - Czech Republic
Erika Pavlíková, born in 2011, embarked on her musical journey at the age of five at the Music School in Volary, CZ, under the mentorship of the renowned Czech saxophonist Kateřina Pavlíková. Erika quickly progressed and began attracting attention on the Czech music scene. From a young age, she showcased extraordinary talent, evidenced by her remarkable achievements in prestigious competitions. In 2024, she received a platinum award in the Global International Music Competition. In 2023, she secured the 1st prize and the laureate title at the international music competition Pro Bohemia Ostrava. Additionally,
she has earned multiple first prizes in the national woodwind competition Litvínovské dřevohraní and clinched the 1st prize in the national round of the Music school competition in the woodwind category in 2022.
Beyond her competition successes, Erika has twice excelled as a soloist with the South Czech Philharmonic, a rare opportunity for such a young artist. Her musical education is further enriched through participation in international saxophone masterclasses, where she refines her skills under the guidance of world-renowned saxophonists.
Erika Pavlíková - Youth Category - Saxophone - Platinum Medalist - Czech Republic
Erika Pavlíková, born in 2011, embarked on her musical journey at the age of five at the Music School in Volary, CZ, under the mentorship of the renowned Czech saxophonist Kateřina Pavlíková. Erika quickly progressed and began attracting attention on the Czech music scene. From a young age, she showcased extraordinary talent, evidenced by her remarkable achievements in prestigious competitions. In 2024, she received a platinum award in the Global International Music Competition. In 2023, she secured the 1st prize and the laureate title at the international music competition Pro Bohemia Ostrava. Additionally,
she has earned multiple first prizes in the national woodwind competition Litvínovské dřevohraní and clinched the 1st prize in the national round of the Music school competition in the woodwind category in 2022.
Beyond her competition successes, Erika has twice excelled as a soloist with the South Czech Philharmonic, a rare opportunity for such a young artist. Her musical education is further enriched through participation in international saxophone masterclasses, where she refines her skills under the guidance of world-renowned saxophonists.
Ra-Ingdao Itthiratanakomol - Junior Category - Voice - Platinum Medalist - Thailand
Ra-Ingdao Itthiratanakomol, known as Ing Ing, is an 11-year-old Thai girl with a deep passion for singing. Her musical journey began at the age of four when she played her first role as a little vampire in "We Are Monsters: The Musical".
Ing Ing made her significant debut at the age of 10 as the young lead, “Noi Na” in Fan Chan the Musical (แฟนฉัน เดอะมิวสิคัล), a highly acclaimed Thai production Musical performed at the Muangthai Rachadalai Theatre in November 2023. This role was a dream come true, solidifying her aspirations in a musical
career. Following this, Ing Ing was cast in another young lead role in Power of Love: The Musical, which narrates the 45-year history of Thailand's largest energy firm, PTT.
Her talents have also been showcased in various commercial advertisements, including the AIS “Aunjai with AIS” Kids campaign and voice spots for Mamarine commercials, which aired when she was just six and seven years old. In addition to her commercial work, Ing Ing has performed at many charity events, including a Concert with Thai Red Cross and Christmas concert to raise funds for underprivileged children in Thailand.
Ing Ing was awarded Thailand’s Highest Top Scorer with Distinction in ABRSM Singing for Musical Grade 5 at the age of eight in Y2021. The following year, she performed on some of the world’s most prestigious stages, including Carnegie Hall in New York and the Philharmonie de Paris. She also had the honor of singing opening songs for The Rockettes Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall, Broadway, New York.
In 2024, Ing Ing represented Thailand and shared its music and cultural heritage at two major international events: one of the world’s largest international jazz festivals in St. Petersburg in July and the “Thai Festival in Moscow” in August.
Ing Ing promotes her work and shares updates through her Instagram and YouTube channels. She aspires to spread love and happiness through her singing, reaching people’s heart around the world.
Notable Awards and Achievements:
- 1st Place Winner: Platinum Prize winner in Global International Music Competition 2024, Salzburg Grand Prize Virtuoso, Paris Grand Prize Virtuoso, IYMMC Wien 2022 Competition (Thailand Prelim and International Final Round), and Golden Classical Music Awards.
- Grand Prize Winner with 100 perfect full score in Caneres International Classical Music Award Vienna
2023, and IYMC – International Youth Music Competition Atlanta USA 2022
- 1st Prize Winner: MAP-IMC Marker and Pioneer International Music Competition 2022
- 1st Place Winner with special Judges’ Distinction Trophy Awards: American Protégé Vocal
Competition 2021
- 2nd Prize Winner: SIMC Sugree Charoensook International Music Competition 2021
- 1st Place Winner & Audience Award Winner: Rocky Mountain Voice Competition, Canada 2021
- Gold Medal Winner: Thailand Music Festival for Young Artist 2020
- Platinum Trophy Award: The 1st Bangkok Classical Music Festival 2019
Ra-Ingdao Itthiratanakomol - Junior Category - Voice - Platinum Medalist - Thailand
Ra-Ingdao Itthiratanakomol, known as Ing Ing, is an 11-year-old Thai girl with a deep passion for singing. Her musical journey began at the age of four when she played her first role as a little vampire in "We Are Monsters: The Musical".
Ing Ing made her significant debut at the age of 10 as the young lead, “Noi Na” in Fan Chan the Musical (แฟนฉัน เดอะมิวสิคัล), a highly acclaimed Thai production Musical performed at the Muangthai Rachadalai Theatre in November 2023. This role was a dream come true, solidifying her aspirations in a musical
career. Following this, Ing Ing was cast in another young lead role in Power of Love: The Musical, which narrates the 45-year history of Thailand's largest energy firm, PTT.
Her talents have also been showcased in various commercial advertisements, including the AIS “Aunjai with AIS” Kids campaign and voice spots for Mamarine commercials, which aired when she was just six and seven years old. In addition to her commercial work, Ing Ing has performed at many charity events, including a Concert with Thai Red Cross and Christmas concert to raise funds for underprivileged children in Thailand.
Ing Ing was awarded Thailand’s Highest Top Scorer with Distinction in ABRSM Singing for Musical Grade 5 at the age of eight in Y2021. The following year, she performed on some of the world’s most prestigious stages, including Carnegie Hall in New York and the Philharmonie de Paris. She also had the honor of singing opening songs for The Rockettes Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall, Broadway, New York.
In 2024, Ing Ing represented Thailand and shared its music and cultural heritage at two major international events: one of the world’s largest international jazz festivals in St. Petersburg in July and the “Thai Festival in Moscow” in August.
Ing Ing promotes her work and shares updates through her Instagram and YouTube channels. She aspires to spread love and happiness through her singing, reaching people’s heart around the world.
Notable Awards and Achievements:
- 1st Place Winner: Platinum Prize winner in Global International Music Competition 2024, Salzburg Grand Prize Virtuoso, Paris Grand Prize Virtuoso, IYMMC Wien 2022 Competition (Thailand Prelim and International Final Round), and Golden Classical Music Awards.
- Grand Prize Winner with 100 perfect full score in Caneres International Classical Music Award Vienna
2023, and IYMC – International Youth Music Competition Atlanta USA 2022
- 1st Prize Winner: MAP-IMC Marker and Pioneer International Music Competition 2022
- 1st Place Winner with special Judges’ Distinction Trophy Awards: American Protégé Vocal
Competition 2021
- 2nd Prize Winner: SIMC Sugree Charoensook International Music Competition 2021
- 1st Place Winner & Audience Award Winner: Rocky Mountain Voice Competition, Canada 2021
- Gold Medal Winner: Thailand Music Festival for Young Artist 2020
- Platinum Trophy Award: The 1st Bangkok Classical Music Festival 2019
Mihai Manea-Busuioc - Youth Category - Piano - Platinum Medalist - Romania
Mihai Manea-Busuioc was born in 2007. From the early age of 4, he has been passionate about music and started studying piano. When he was 7, he enrolled at Music School no.5 in Bucharest, Romania, which he graduated from with distinction in 2023, and is currently a student at the George Enescu High School in the same city.
His deep understanding of music propelled him to win prizes at multiple international and national competitions, including Franz Liszt Center International Online Piano Competition, International Competition for Young Pianists in memory of Vladimir Horowitz, Musicarte Festival and Competition, Orbetello Piano Competition Junior and Lira de Aur (Suceava, Romania). Always striving to enrich his knowledge, he took part in Budapest Academy Festival and other such masterclasses with internationally recognized pianists. Mihai's repertoire includes many well-known pieces from composers such as Chopin, Liszt, Bach, Beethoven, Rachmaninoff and Gershwin. He also takes interest in music theory and historical musicology and won several prizes at competitions in these fields.
Mihai Manea-Busuioc - Youth Category - Piano - Platinum Medalist - Romania
Mihai Manea-Busuioc was born in 2007. From the early age of 4, he has been passionate about music and started studying piano. When he was 7, he enrolled at Music School no.5 in Bucharest, Romania, which he graduated from with distinction in 2023, and is currently a student at the George Enescu High School in the same city.
His deep understanding of music propelled him to win prizes at multiple international and national competitions, including Franz Liszt Center International Online Piano Competition, International Competition for Young Pianists in memory of Vladimir Horowitz, Musicarte Festival and Competition, Orbetello Piano Competition Junior and Lira de Aur (Suceava, Romania). Always striving to enrich his knowledge, he took part in Budapest Academy Festival and other such masterclasses with internationally recognized pianists. Mihai's repertoire includes many well-known pieces from composers such as Chopin, Liszt, Bach, Beethoven, Rachmaninoff and Gershwin. He also takes interest in music theory and historical musicology and won several prizes at competitions in these fields.
Alexander Terrence Bowman - Collegiate Category - Voice - Gold Medalist - Thailand
Alexander Terrence Bowman, a 17-year-old singer currently in his senior year at the Young Artist Music Program at the College of Music, Mahidol University, has always been passionate about being on stage. His dream began at the age of eight, driving him to audition for The Voice Kids Thailand for four consecutive years. His persistence finally paid off when his powerful rendition of Taylor Swift’s “Back to December” turned all four chairs of the voice coaches.
Throughout his journey, Alex has consistently showcased his exceptional talent in both national and international competitions. His achievements include winning the First Prize for Overall Highest Score at the Asia Final International Young Musicians Music Competition in Wien 2024 in the Musical Singing Solo Age 16-18 category, and earning the Platinum Award for Highest Mark at the Bangkok Youth Singing Competition 2024 in the Musical 13-20 Years category. He was also recognized as one of the Top 25 Thailand Young Musicians in 2024.
In 2022, Alex secured First Prize in the Vocal Musical Course Senior category at the 23rd Osaka International Music Competition. His remarkable talent also earned him the Winner Search for Talents award, leading to a performance with the Royal Bangkok Symphony Orchestra in 2023. Additionally, Alex achieved First Place in the Young Artist Music Competition, winning Voice class H in 2022 and Voice class A in 2020. His outstanding performance in the Trinity Awards Thailand earned him the Highest Marks in Rock & Pop Vocal Grade 8 and 6.
Beyond competitions, Alex has captivated audiences with his lead roles in musicals such as “Break Through The New Musical,” “Heart Of Stone,” and “Mamma Mia!” His journey reflects not only his remarkable talent but also his dedication and passion for music and performance.
2025 Global International Music Competition