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The 10 hottest young violinists of the moment! Those who conquer the most difficult areas of the music world!
Feb 8, 2025
This is the world of music! Young violinists are using their skills and expressiveness to break through the difficult stages of classical music. They are truly challengers aiming for "complete domination of the music world!
In this issue, we will introduce you to the 10 hottest young violinists of today! Who will conquer the stage called "music"?
① Hattori Mone (Hattori Mone)
She began playing the violin at the age of four and won numerous national and international competitions, and at the age of 13 she attracted attention when she performed with the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra. She has performed with many orchestras with her overwhelming technique and expressive power.
②Tatsuki Narita (Narita Tatsuki)
He won the second prize at the International Long=Thibault Competition and has performed internationally, especially in France. Highly acclaimed for her sensitive and intelligent approach, she has performed extensively as a soloist and chamber musician.
③Suho Ryosuke
After winning the first prize at the Japan Music Competition, she was awarded a special prize at the Paganini International Competition. She has performed with orchestras in Japan and abroad, and is highly acclaimed for her passionate performances and solid technique.
④Miura Fumiaki
She attracted attention when she became the first Japanese to win the first prize at the Hanover International Competition. In addition to his activities as a soloist, he has recently expanded his activities as a conductor.
⑤Mayu Kijima (⑤Kijima Mayu)
She studied at the Cologne University of Music and won the first prize at the Spohr International Competition. With his unique performance style and overwhelming presence, he has been active beyond the classical music field.
⑥ Kobayashi Miki (Kobayashi Miki)
After winning the first prize at the Japan Music Competition, she was awarded the second prize at the International Long=Thibault Competition. She has performed with orchestras both in Japan and abroad with her stable technique and beautiful tone.
(7) Mayuko Ishigami (Ishigami Mayuko)
He won the first prize at the Japan Music Competition and also studied in Europe. With a wide repertoire ranging from baroque to contemporary music, she pursues her own unique musicality.
8) Daniel Lozakovich [Sweden].
At the age of 15, he signed a contract with Deutsche Grammophon and has performed with the world's great conductors and orchestras. He has attracted attention for his unique and profound interpretation and pure musicality, especially in classical works.
9) María Dueñas [Spain].
After winning the first prize at the Menuhin International Competition, she performed with the world's most prestigious orchestras. She is especially acclaimed for her performances of Spanish works, captivating audiences with her vivid tone and passionate expression.
10) Kevin Zhu [USA].
She was the youngest winner of the Paganini International Competition, and is active with her superb technique. She is a soloist all over the world with her ability to play all kinds of difficult pieces with precision.
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The ten young violinists featured here, each with different strengths, are conquering the most difficult stages of the music world one after another.
What kind of performances will these young violinists bring to the world from now on is truly a "battle not to be missed!

