The Accord Symphony Orchestra and Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra
Accord Symphony Orchestra 9th Season Concerto Competition 2024-25
Celebrating Four Decades of Exceptional Music: Curating Magic through Listening, Learning, and Community
Concert Date: April 6, 2025
w/The Accord Symphony Orchestra and Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra
Julien Benichou, Music Director/Conductor, Accord Symphony Orchestra
There will be two concerto performance opportunities, including a performance with a string quintet + piano and an honors concert featuring the full orchestra with the Concerto finalists.
At 1 pm, Chamber Finalists will perform their concertos with a string quintet in what will function more like a masterclass. Maestro Julien Benichou and violinist Emil Chudnovsky will provide real-time feedback, with Julien occasionally pausing the performance to offer insights and suggestions. This engaging session will allow both performers and the audience to gain deeper musical understanding.
The Concerto concert will take place at 5 pm, featuring full-orchestra performances by the Concerto Finalists.
Competition Finalists
Chamber Finalists
Eva Cook, Violin
Prokofiev Violin Concerto no. 1 in D Major, I. Andantino
Keith Colón Jr., Violin
Sibelius Violin Concerto, op.47 movement 1 only
Sibelius Violin Concerto, op.47 movement 1 only
Mira Nair, Violin
Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54 by A. Arensky
Daisy Wang, Violin
Sibelius Violin Concerto in D minor
Sibelius Violin Concerto in D minor
Concerto Finalists
Riley Baisch, Trumpet
With Malice Towards None
Lucy Kessler, Flute
Mozart Andante in C
Mozart Andante in C
Sophie Kobayashi-Nguyen, Violin
Mozart Violin Concerto No. 1, Movement 1
Mozart Violin Concerto No. 1, Movement 1
- Date: April 6, 2025
- Location: St. Columba’s Episcopal Church
- Special Guests: Join us for an inspiring and dynamic concert with our talented musicians, celebrating the power of music in the community.
- Unique Performance Opportunity: Experience the thrill of performing a concerto with a professional orchestra.
- Elevate Your Craft: This performance is an incredible opportunity to showcase your talent, hone your skills, and be part of a respected music community.
- Professional Development: Gain invaluable stage experience, with feedback from esteemed music directors and concertgoers.
Program Order
Chamber Finalists, 1 pm, Great Hall at St. Columba’s Episcopal Church
- Keith Colón, Jr., Violin – Sibelius – Violin Concerto, Op.47, I. Allegro Moderato
- Mira Nair, Violin – Saint-Saëns Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso Op.28
- Daisy Wang, Violin – Sibelius – Violin Concerto, Op. 47, I. Allegro Moderato
- Masterclass led by Julien Benichou, conductor, and Emil Chudnovsky, violinist
Pianist TBD
Concerto Finalists and Brahms 2, 6 pm, Sanctuary at St. Columba’s Episcopal Church
- Lucy Kessler, Flute – Mozart – Andante in C major, K.315/285e
Conducted by James Peterson - Sophie Kobayashi-Nguyen, Violin – Mozart – Violin Concerto No. 1 K. 207, I. Allegro Moderato
Conducted by Julien Benichou - Riley Baisch, Trumpet – John Williams – With Malice Toward None from Lincoln
Conducted by Jovan Zivkovic
All 3 of the above are with Accord Symphony Orchestra and members of Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra
-Intermission, 20 minutes-
- Brahms – Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73
- Allegro non troppo
- Adagio non troppo
- III. Allegretto grazioso (quasi andantino)
- Allegro con spirito
Chamber Winners (name TBD based on Andrew’s suggestion)
Eva Cook, Violin
Keith Colón Jr., Violin
Mira Nair, Violin
Daisy Wang, Violin
Concerto Competition Winners
Riley Baisch, Trumpet
Lucy Kessler, Flute
Sophie Kobayashi-Nguyen, Violin
- Date: April 6, 2025
- Location: Washington Conservatory of Music
7300 MacArthur Boulevard Glen Echo, MD 20812
- Special Guests: Join us for an inspiring and dynamic concert with our talented musicians, celebrating the power of music in the community.
- Unique Performance Opportunity: Experience the thrill of performing a concerto with a professional orchestra.
- Elevate Your Craft: This performance is an incredible opportunity to showcase your talent, hone your skills, and be part of a respected music community.
- Professional Development: Gain invaluable stage experience, with feedback from esteemed music directors and concertgoers.
- Date: March 1, 2025
- Location: Cleveland Park Congregational United Church of Christ
3400 Lowell St NW in Washington, DC 20016 - Who Can Apply: Open to instrumentalists of all ages and skill levels.
- Application Deadline:
Video Applications are due 3/1
In-person Audition is 3/1
In-person Application deadline is 2/25 - Application Fee: $60.00/person
Accompanist Fee: $50/person
- Audition Materials: Applicants should prepare one movement of a concerto or similar repertoire. Detailed guidelines will be provided upon registration.
- Complete the Application: Fill out the online audition form.
- Submit Your Performance Video: Submit a high-quality video of your audition performance by the deadline.
- Selection Process: Successful applicants will be notified after auditions. We welcome musicians who are ready to shine on stage and represent the artistry of the Washington Conservatory of Music.
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