Event Description

Chosen from applicants across the country following a competitive preliminary round, these six semifinalists will compete in Kingston for the top honours:

• Eric Guo
  
• Lauren Esch
  
• Linda Ruan
  
• Charissa Vandikas
  
• Naomi Wong
  
• Vanessa Yu
  

The Semi-Final Round will take place May 6 and 7, 2026, followed by the Final Round on May 9, 2026.

Performances will be presented before a live audience at the Isabel and will be livestreamed for online viewers. Three finalists will advance to the Final Round, where they will present both a solo creative performance and a concerto performance.

Prizes include $20,000 CAD for First Prize, along with future performance opportunities, plus additional awards totaling more than $35,000 CAD.