Yonkers Philharmonic Orchestra, Young Artists Concerto Competition Concert

Yonkers Philharmonic Orchestra | 44^th Annual Young Artists Concerto Competition Concert

Yonkers Philharmonic Orchestra presents a gala concert featuring the winners of its 44^th Annual Young Artists Concerto Competition.  These outstanding young musicians join the orchestra in an exciting and varied program led by guest conductor Stephen Huang. Repertoire extends from the Baroque to the Modern era, with concertos by Bach, Beethoven, Grieg and Arutiunian, along with Bizet’s brilliantly virtuosic Carmen Fantasy, arranged for flute. The competition is open to students residing or studying in Westchester county and offers monetary prizes along with the chance to perform with the orchestra, playing a significant role in the development of these young performers careers. Many of the past recipients have gone on to enjoy careers in music. 

First Place | Melody Shen – Flute | Carmen Fantasy / Bizet-Borne

Second Place | Fjord Deda – Trumpet | Concerto for Trumpet / Alexander Arutiunian

Third Place | Aniketh Arvind – Piano | Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor , 1^st Movement / Ludwig van Beethoven

Fourth Place | Ariana Thomas – Piano | Piano Concerto in A minor, Movements 2 & 3 / Edvard Grieg

Fifth Place | Michael Stoica – Flute | Flute Concerto in D minor / CPE Bach

The concert is free and all are welcome to join us as we celebrate the achievements of these talented young artists.