Young vocal talents shine at the Haydn competition in Rohrau!

Young vocal talents shine at the Haydn competition in Rohrau!

At the 7th International Haydn competition for classic song and aria, which took place in the heart of Rohrau, young talents were awarded in a festive framework. This competition took place in the birthplace of the famous composers Joseph and Michael Haydn and was carried out in the context of the classical festival of the Haydn region Lower Austria. According to meinzirk.at participants from different countries participated in this event, including Germany, Austria, Spain, Hungary and the Ukraine.

A total of 36 applications were received - 20 from Germany, 11 from Austria and 5 from South Korea. The organizers were pleased to give prices with a total value of 23,000 euros that serve to promote commitment to young vocal talents. The high number of participants and the outstanding services speak for the growing interest in classic vocal forms.

The award winners at a glance

The award ceremony offered exciting moments. The 1st main prize of 8,000 euros went to the German Bariton Bruno Meichsner. He also convinced with the audience award and the Mozarthaus Vienna Prize, which demonstrated his versatile skills in singing. The 2nd main prize, endowed with 4,000 euros, was awarded to the mezzo -soprano Maria Hegele, also from Germany. The American baritone Joseph Parrish received third place and 2,000 euros

• 1. Main prize: Bruno Meichsner (8,000 euros)
• 2. Main prize: Maria Hegele (4,000 euros)
• 3. Main prize: Joseph Parrish (2,000 euros)
• audience award: Bruno Meichsner (2,000 euros)
• Mozarthaus Vienna Prize: Bruno Meichsner (1,000 euros)
• ECMS Prize: Maria Hegele (concert in the Ehrbar-Saal Vienna)
• Price for best song interpretation: Francis NG (1,500 euros)
• Price for best aria: Laura Richter
• Marc Aurel Prize: Caroline Taylor (1,000 euros)
• Joanna & Gene Farber junior price: Julia Kurig Yazaki (1,000 euros)

a competition with tradition

The competition, initiated by Dr. Michael Linsbauer, should offer young talents a platform to develop in the field of classical music. The jury consisted of renowned members who work as appearance coaches, festival managers and international agents. The promotion of young singers is the leitmotif of the competition, which can be seen as one of the most important in the classical music world. This is also shown by the history of similar competitions, such as the WikipediaSeite , which lists a variety of competitions in the field of classical music, including the Concours Reine Elisabeth in Brussels and the International Beethoven in Vienna.

Another exciting competition that finds its place in the Haydn region is the 9th International Joseph Haydn Chamber Music Competition, which takes place in 2027. This competition focuses on young string quartets and piano trios and is becoming increasingly popular worldwide. Initiatives such as this, supported by institutions such as the MDW University of Music and Performing Art Vienna, are committed to promoting contemporary music and the interpretation of Haydn's works that keep the composer's legacy alive. Interested parties can find more information on the website of the competition .

It remains to be seen how the participants of this year's competition will develop in their musical career. However, one thing is certain: the future of classic vocals is in good hands!