■2016 1st Prize Rudi Tas
(Belgium)
Ave Maria
1.How did you know this competition? and what motivated you to apply?
I knew from Facebook. I want to try the level of difficulty and the part song for eight voices.
2.How did you feel when you won the competition?
Of course I was happy… You must have the fire of wanting to win but also, the balance to see that if you lose, it is okay with you!
3.How did you feel when your piece was firstly premierd by the Metropolitan chorus of Tokyo?
It is a wonderful and fantastic choir led by the talented conductor/composer Ko Matsushita!
4.Please send message for following applicants.
Competition is not going to kill you! On the contrary, win or lose, it will make you stronger!