Young Dobersberger Simon Zahrl wins federal victory in Vienna!

Young Dobersberger Simon Zahrl wins federal victory in Vienna!

In the sign of music, the small community of Dobersberg shines! The eleven -year -old percussionman Simon Zahrl won the federal victory in his age group in the renowned national competition "Prima La Musica" in Vienna. With a fantastic score of 95 out of 100, Simon convinced the jurors and secured the first prize in the category of percussion, age group I. This competition, which took place at the University of Music and Performing Art Vienna, brought talented young musicians together: inside from all over Austria to present their achievements. According to MeinDZIRD was not only a single star in the musical sky, but also took care of it, but also great joy in his home community.

What made Simon's appearance so special? He prepared a varied program that included a piece for small drums, a demanding four-sledge piece on the Marimbaphone and a drum set with piano accompaniment. His teacher Mathias Nothmüller supported him in the piano - a real teamwork that paid off! At the award ceremony, Simon was even allowed to give a piece of his program in front of a fully filled hall. "The feeling of making so many people happy is just unique!" so the young musician.

a competition with tradition

"Prima La Musica" is not just a simple music competition, but the largest Austrian youth music competition, which offers a comprehensive view of the achievements of young talents in all nine federal states. As on musicum.at , a total of 806 participants: inside 10 to 21 years in solo and chamber music categories. Not only were wind instruments and striking gear, creative ensembles also ensured musical diversity.

The entire competition took place from May 18 to 29, 2023 at various locations in Graz, including the Graz University of Art and the Palais Merano. Around 15,500 virtual spectators followed the competition as a live stream, which underlines the modern approach of the event. For the young musicians: inside it was a valuable experience to demonstrate their skills not only in front of the jury, but also in front of a large audience.

A look at the award winners

The jury was really not easy because the services were outstanding. In addition to Simon, two other talents from Upper Austria were honored with high awards. Jakob Gattermann won the main victory with 97.40 points in the Tuba Ivplus category, while Paul Elias Rischanek was on the winning podium with 97.20 points in the Oboe IVPlus category. Both proved to be worthy representatives of their subject and confirmed that musical training in Austria is at a high level. Other award winners: inside was announced at land-oberoesterreich.gv.at

Simon Zahrl, an active member of the Dobersberg Music Association, shows with his achievements that he is not only a talented musician, but also a proud model for his colleagues. The support of his club colleague: Inside, who traveled to Vienna to cheer him on in the competition, contributes to his success. And so it soon sounds not only like drums in Dobersberg, but also after great musical dreams and other successes. We definitely fell in love with Austria's talent forces!