Winners & Results

We are delighted to announce that the inaugural AIFA International Music Competition has successfully concluded.

Despite being our very first edition, we received applications from highly dedicated young violinists from around the world, resulting in an exceptionally high standard of performances and adjudication.

2026 Inaugural Grand Prix Winners

After careful and rigorous evaluation, the following participants were awarded the Grand Prix in each age division:

Age 11 Division Grand Prix

Lena Kuczyńska

Poland

Age 10 Division Grand Prix

Mason Yuan

United States

Age 9 Division Grand Prix

Wang Tinuo

China

Age 7 Division Grand Prix

Alisa Ivić

Germany

Age 5 Division Grand Prix

Amane Yago

Japan

In addition, recipients of other awards are being notified individually. Certificates and written evaluations from the jury are currently being prepared and will be sent out sequentially. We kindly ask all participants for a little more patience while we complete the process.

“Even through an online format, each performance conveyed remarkable passion, sincerity, and musical expression through every single note.”

The AIFA International Music Competition is committed to supporting the next generation of musicians through a fair, encouraging, and educational environment.

Preparations for the next edition are already underway, and further details will be announced soon.

We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to all participants and supporters who made this memorable first competition possible.

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