The Closing Ceremony of the IV Viktor Tretyakov International Violin Competition took place in the Big Concert Hall of the Krasnoyarsk Regional Philharmonic on October 1.
A unique opportunity for Krasnoyar citizens to witness the triumph of the winners and to listen to the best young violinists from different countries on the International Day of Music. Six virtuoso performers from Russia, Japan and China made it through four challenging rounds to reach the final. A total of 24 performers, aged between 17 and 31, competed for the chance to win the grand prize from a legendary figure in the world of Russian violin.
The open competition auditions became a true musical marathon for the audience. It was also an opportunity to see the future stars of the musical world and to hear the sound of an Antonio Stradivari violin from 1716, as well as the work of other masters from the 18th and 19th centuries. The young generation of talented violinists gave those who love academic music the chance to hear classic pieces interpreted in new ways.
The musical rivalry could be followed in concert halls, as well as online via the competition’s website and other platforms. The event was broadcast online by MusicToday, the most popular classical music platform in China, and Leo Classics, a unique Russian video platform.
The Closing Ceremony was a vibrant finale to the violin competition, celebrating the winners' triumph. They performed pieces from the competition programme, including concertos for violin and orchestra by Jean Sibelius and Pyotr Tchaikovsky, as well as solo violin sonatas by Eugène Ysaÿe. The names of the prize winners were announced on stage in the Big Concert Hall. Maestro Tretyakov handed out the awards in person.
The musical rivalry could be followed in concert halls, as well as online via the competition’s website and other platforms. The event was broadcast online by MusicToday, the most popular classical music platform in China, and Leo Classics, a unique Russian video platform.
The Closing Ceremony was a vibrant finale to the violin competition, celebrating the winners' triumph. They performed pieces from the competition programme, including concertos for violin and orchestra by Jean Sibelius and Pyotr Tchaikovsky, as well as solo violin sonatas by Eugène Ysaÿe. The names of the prize winners were announced on stage in the Big Concert Hall. Maestro Tretyakov handed out the awards in person.
Results of the IV Viktor Tretyakov International Violin Competition
Alexander Papushev (Russia) is awarded with the special prize of the Mayor of the city of Krasnoyarsk in the amount of 200 thousand roubles for virtuoso performance in the second round.
Mikhail Usov (Russia) won the special prize of the Governor of the Krasnoyarsk Region — a certificate for 500 thousand roubles
The fourth prize in the amount of 300 thousand roubles goes to Zihan Luo (China)
The third prize in the amount of 500 thousand roubles goes to Maria Arteeva (Russia)
The second prize was taken by two contestants — Isssei Kurakhara (Japan) and Alexey Tishchenko (Russia). They split the prize of 800 thousand roubles.
The first prize was also divided between two Russian contestants Mikhail Usov and Alexandra Lee.
By the decision of the jury of the competition the Grand Prix and fifth award were not awarded.
Mikhail Usov (Russia) won the special prize of the Governor of the Krasnoyarsk Region — a certificate for 500 thousand roubles
The fourth prize in the amount of 300 thousand roubles goes to Zihan Luo (China)
The third prize in the amount of 500 thousand roubles goes to Maria Arteeva (Russia)
The second prize was taken by two contestants — Isssei Kurakhara (Japan) and Alexey Tishchenko (Russia). They split the prize of 800 thousand roubles.
The first prize was also divided between two Russian contestants Mikhail Usov and Alexandra Lee.
By the decision of the jury of the competition the Grand Prix and fifth award were not awarded.
In addition to cash prizes the best competitors were awarded with the special prizes
Daniil Bessonov (Russia) won the award for the best performance of the romance of Roman Kim, author and jury member, played in the second round. Daniil also was awarded with the special prize established by the violin master of the competition Igor Laubach (Germany) — a violin crafted by the master.
Special prize from the Forge of Violin Artistry (Moscow) — the participation in the Winter Academy under the guidance of Daniel Austrich goes to Sofia Yakovenko.
Special prize was awarded to Alexander Papushev on the participation in the Free Music Laboratory course on Mindfreemusic platform
The special prize is a handcrafted bow by Claude Chabert of France, as well as the opportunity to play a violin made in the second half of the 19th century by Jean-Auguste Dart from Nicolas Villot’s workshop for two years is awarded to Alexey Tishchenko. Alexey is also awarded with the special prize from the Foundation for the Development of Musical Art established by the jury member of the competition Fabio Mastrangelo — Northern Symphony Orchestra in the new season 2026−2027.
The special prize established by Viktor Tretyakov and Natalya Likhopoy — the performance in Gasteig Cultural Centre (Munich Germany) is awarded to Maria Arteeva. Maria is also awarded with the special prize of the Siberian State Symphony Orchestra. The jury also invited Alexandra Lee and Mikhail Usov as guests of honour to Viktor Tretyakov Festival in Krasnoyarsk next year. Mikhail has also been awarded a special prize by Yuri Bashmet: concerts in this season and the next.
Special prize from the Forge of Violin Artistry (Moscow) — the participation in the Winter Academy under the guidance of Daniel Austrich goes to Sofia Yakovenko.
Special prize was awarded to Alexander Papushev on the participation in the Free Music Laboratory course on Mindfreemusic platform
The special prize is a handcrafted bow by Claude Chabert of France, as well as the opportunity to play a violin made in the second half of the 19th century by Jean-Auguste Dart from Nicolas Villot’s workshop for two years is awarded to Alexey Tishchenko. Alexey is also awarded with the special prize from the Foundation for the Development of Musical Art established by the jury member of the competition Fabio Mastrangelo — Northern Symphony Orchestra in the new season 2026−2027.
The special prize established by Viktor Tretyakov and Natalya Likhopoy — the performance in Gasteig Cultural Centre (Munich Germany) is awarded to Maria Arteeva. Maria is also awarded with the special prize of the Siberian State Symphony Orchestra. The jury also invited Alexandra Lee and Mikhail Usov as guests of honour to Viktor Tretyakov Festival in Krasnoyarsk next year. Mikhail has also been awarded a special prize by Yuri Bashmet: concerts in this season and the next.
The Viktor Tretyakov International Violin Competition has been held in the maestro’s native city once every two years since 2018. Young, talented violinists are assessed by leading contemporary musicians, headed by the competition’s president, People’s Artist of the USSR and Honorary Citizen of Krasnoyarsk and the Krasnoyarsk Region, Viktor Tretyakov. Past winners of the competition include violinists from Russia, Spain and China. The competition is held under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation and the Government of the Krasnoyarsk Region. The organiser is the Centre for International and Regional Cultural Affairs.