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.
In-Person + Livestream
12:30pm - 6:00pm
