Since 2004, SIYAO has provided the opportunity for young artists to compete in annual vocal and instrumental competitions in the St. Louis metro-east area.
 
Competitors receive  feedback on their performance from music professionals and the chance to win generous monetary prizes ranging from $250 - $1000.

Each competition is limited to 30 participants.  Competitors must be between the ages of twenty and thirty years of age on the date of the competition.

2022 Results

The SIYAO Board of Directors would like to thank all 2022 contestants for a very successful competition. 

The judges were most impressed with the extraordinary level of performance this year and wish to congratulate all participants, especially during the pandemic.  They wish to encourage you to continue in your pursuit of instrumental artistry and musicianship. 

2022 Vocal Winners:

1st Place:
Naomi Brigell, Mezzo Soprano, University of Houston

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Tied for 2nd Place:
Shaina Martinez, Soprano, Manhattan School of Music
Ian Pathak, Tenor, University of Michigan 

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2022 Instrumental Winners:

1st Place:
Yang Zhou, Saxophone, Truman State University

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Tied for 2nd Place:
Amer Hasan, Clarinet, Oberlin College
Hyeseon Jin, Piano, Indiana University
 
Honorable Mention:
Dongwon Shin, Piano, Indiana University
Anthony Kandilaroff, Flute