Cornelios Michaelidis: First in an international competition for the Greek conductor, with participants from 37 countries
Conductor Cornelios Michaelidis wins the Tokyo International Conducting Competition.
It is a great honor and distinction for our country and the world of music to win the first prize, as well as the Orchestra prize, by maestro Cornelios Michaelidis in the Tokyo International Conducting Competition.
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At the top is the Greek conductor
In the final phase of the competition, which took place on Sunday, October 13 in Tokyo, the young but already accomplished conductor came out on top among 291 participants from 37 countries, bringing back to Greece this important distinction, taking first place.
It is a historic competition in the field of orchestra conducting, which takes place every three years and the winners of which define the world music scene.
Cornilios Michaelidis, having studied in America and Europe at some of the leading music institutions, has already left his mark in the international field of conducting. With an impressive career that includes collaborations with leading ensembles and orchestras, his career has highlighted his dedication to musical art and culture.
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This distinction not only honors him, but also highlights the cultural heritage of our country, which continues to highlight people of culture with a global reach. This victory confirms the dynamic presence of Greece on the world music map and strengthens the value of Greek artists in international artistic events.
Kornilios Michaelidis is considered one of the most distinguished and active chief musicians of his generation, having to his credit regular collaborations with the state orchestras of Athens and Thessaloniki and with world-class artists.