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CELEBRATE YOUNG PRODIGIES

International Competition Awaits

Join us for an extraordinary musical experience that highlights talent from the youth around the globe.

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Meet Our Judges

Get to know the world-class panel of judges for the San Francisco Young Prodigy International Violin Competition.

Mr. Bin Chao

Chairman of the Jury

Selected by authoritative violin book as one of the 100 greatest world-class virtuoso of the 20th century, Concertmaster of the Gulbenkian Symphony Orchestra, Music Director of the Lisbon Chamber Orchestra, and violin professor at Escola Superior de musica de Lisboa

Mr. Ying Fu

Associate Concertmaster of The Philadelphia Orchestra, Associate Concertmaster of National Symphony Orchestra (United States), 1st prize winner of the 30th "Roddfo Lipizer" International Violin Competition, Faculty member of the National Youth Orchestra by Carnegie Hall as well as the University of Maryland

Mr. Zhi Yong Liu

A judge at the 17th International Tchaikovsky Competition, Associate Concertmaster of China National Symphony Orchestra, an expert from the Ministry of Culture, and a judge for the National Arts Fund.

Ms. Wen Qian

Assistant Concertmaster of The Metropolitan Opera Orchestra and violin professor at the Mannes College of Music

Mr. Haik Kazazyan

Violin Professor at the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory, soloist with the Moscow Philharmonic Society. Bronze Medalist at the International Tchaikovsky Competition, Prize-Winner at the Henryk Wieniawski International Violin Competition and the International Long-Thibaud Competition. Gold Medalist at the International Tibor Varga Violin Competition, International Yun Isang Violin Competition, George Enescu International Violin Competition and Classic Violin Olympus International Competition.

Ms. Huali Dang

The 1st Prize Winner of the Golden Bell Award and1st prize winner of the Wenhua Award, two of China's top professional competitions

Faculty of the Central Conservatory of Music

Our Team

Founder and Artistic Director

Head of Cultural Exchange of CAST-USA-San Francisco

Ms. Amy Liu

Judge of Beethoven International Music Competition

Judge of Saint-Saens International Music Competition

Co-Founder and Executive Director of Shanghai

Mr. Geng Liu

Violin Professor and Deputy Director of the Orchestra Teaching & Research Department at the Shanghai Conservatory of Music

Governing Member of the Violin Committee for Shanghai Musicians Association

Executive Director of Europe

Mr. Manuel Luis Conducto Rego

Executive Director of Baltimore - Washington, D.C. Metro Area

Ms. Nina Li

Executive Director of Taiyuan

Ms. Rui Juan Qi

Executive Director of Guangzhou

Ms. Li Shan Wu

Executive Director of Nanjing

Mr. Di Wu

EVENT OVERVIEW

THE COMPETITION LEGACY

Our Vision

The San Francisco Young Prodigy International Violin Competition is dedicated to promoting young musicians. With world-class judges and diverse age categories, we foster a competitive, yet supportive environment. This year, we proudly open our doors to international participants, celebrating talent across the globe.

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WHAT WE OFFER

Participate Globally

Our event provides a platform for budding violinists to showcase their talents, gain invaluable feedback from esteemed judges, and connect with peers from around the world.

Judging

Expert Evaluation

Our panel features renowned violinists and educators, ensuring participants receive top-tier assessments to guide their musical journeys.

Age Groups

Inclusive Categories

We cater to multiple age groups, creating opportunities for every aspiring musician to compete and shine at their level.

Fees

Affordable Entry

Entry fees are structured to encourage participation without barriers, making excellence accessible to all young violinists.

Public Access

Join the Audience

For the first time, we're inviting the public to witness the talent on display, fostering community support and engagement.

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