Keys to Success Music Competition
2026 May Music Masters Results
Vocals
Anna Yarish
9 years old
First Place
A laureate of multiple online vocal arts competitions across various genres, this performer is a participant and soloist with the children's vocal ensemble "Vesely Notky" at the "Melody" Music Studio in Athens. Through dedicated training and performance experience, they continue to develop their vocal artistry and passion for music.
Khrystyna Skazko
11 years old
First Place
A laureate of multiple online vocal arts competitions across various genres, this performer is a participant and soloist with the children's vocal ensemble "Vesely Notky" at the "Melody" Music Studio in Athens. Through dedicated training and performance experience, they continue to develop their vocal artistry and passion for music.
Elizaveta Sinchyuk
20 years old
First Place
Music has been a lifelong passion for this performer. After studying piano at the music studio of Vinnytsia Lyceum No. 35, they pursued their goal of becoming a music educator by enrolling in the Vinnytsia Humanitarian-Pedagogical College, where they earned a Professional Junior Bachelor's degree. Currently continuing their studies toward a Bachelor's degree in the same field, they discovered a love for singing during their college years. They are especially passionate about vocal training and classical vocal performance, which continue to inspire their musical journey.
Victoria Garbuz
19 years old
Second Place
This performer studied the sopilka (traditional Ukrainian flute) at the Vinnytsia Regional Station of Young Naturalists and spent six years as a member of the folk music ensemble "Dudaryk." Currently a student at the Vinnytsia Humanitarian-Pedagogical College, they continue to develop their musical talents through studies in piano, sopilka performance, choral conducting, choir singing, and classical vocal training. Passionate about music education, they aspire to become a music teacher and inspire future generations through the arts.
Piano Duets
Daryna Pozdniakova,
Mark Kolomeiets
First Place
Daryna and Mark recently joined forces as a piano duo, combining their musical abilities to create engaging and expressive performances. Working together has allowed them to develop strong communication and ensemble skills while deepening their appreciation for collaborative music-making. They look forward to continuing their growth as a duo and exploring new musical opportunities together.
Tessa Dochez,
Arshawn Amirtabar
First Place
As a duet, Tessa and Arshawn bring together their individual strengths to create expressive and engaging performances. Their collaboration reflects a shared dedication to music, teamwork, and artistic growth. They look forward to continuing their musical journey and exploring new opportunities to perform together.
Ava Nyflot
Second Place
Ava began playing piano under the guidance of her teacher and has come to love the experience of performing together. Their musical partnership has allowed her to grow as a pianist while building confidence and enjoying the collaborative side of music-making. Ava especially appreciates the supportive teacher-student dynamic and looks forward to continuing her musical journey through shared performances.
Adreena Amirtabar,
Arshawn Amirtabar
Third Place
Siblings Arshawn and Adreena enjoy spending time together through music. Performing as a duet allows them to combine their talents, support one another, and create memorable musical experiences. They are excited to continue learning new pieces and growing together as young musicians.
Piano Solos
6 & Under
Ariana Mirzaie
First Place (Tie)
Ariana is 5 years old and enjoys learning and playing music. She loves practicing new pieces and sharing her music with family and friends. This is Ariana’s second competition achievement, and she is excited to continue growing as a young musician. In addition to music, she enjoys doing puzzles, gardening, and riding her bike. Ariana is grateful for the support of her teacher, family, and friends and is delighted to participate in the 2026 May Music Masters Competition.
Gino Ricciardelli
First Place (Tie)
Six-year-old Gino has been playing the piano for seven months and is enjoying every step of his musical journey. He loves learning new songs, practicing at the piano, and sharing his music with family and friends. Gino is excited to continue growing as a young musician and explore the world of music through performance.
Samuel Springer
Second Place (Tie)
Sam is a 6-year-old beginner who approaches piano with quiet determination. Though naturally shy, he demonstrates strong persistence and steadily builds confidence through consistent effort, thoughtful practice, and participation in recitals and competitions.
Natalie Springer
Second Place (Tie)
Natalie is only 4 years old and in her first year of piano study. She is exceptionally bright, patient, curious, and excited about learning. Her strong work ethic, remarkable concentration, and maturity far beyond her age set her apart as a truly promising young musician.
Adreena Amirtabar
Second Place (Tie)
At just six years old, Adreena has been playing the piano for ten months and has already discovered a love for making music. She enjoys learning new songs, practicing her favorite pieces, and performing for family and friends. Adreena is excited to continue her musical journey and develop her talents as a young pianist.
Age 7
Alice Rumeus
Second Place
Alice is a beginner musician who started learning the piano a year ago. She has quickly developed a strong enjoyment for playing and is enthusiastic about continuing her musical journey as she builds her skills and confidence at the instrument.
Sanav Rajeev
Second Place
Sanav is a young pianist with a strong interest in both classical and contemporary piano repertoire. He enjoys exploring music with curiosity and discipline,continually developing his skills through regular practice and learning.Growing up in a family that values music, he has developed a deep appreciation for rhythm, expression, and creativity, which continues to shape his musicaljourney.He enjoys performing and sharing his music with others, and each opportunity helps him grow in confidence and expression. Sanav looks forward to continuinghis musical journey and taking on new challenges.
Ishaan Ravi
Third Place
Ishaan just turned 7. Bursting with energy and curiosity, he brings playful enthusiasm to every lesson. As he begins to explore the piano, Ishaan is developing a fun and promising connection to music that continues to grow each week.
Age 8
Daryna Pozdniakova
First Place
Daryna Pozdniakova is an 8-year-old pianist currently living in Washington State, USA. Originally from Ukraine, she began studying piano approximately one and a half years ago. Despite being a relatively new student of music, Daryna has quickly developed a love for the piano and enjoys learning new pieces, improving her skills, and sharing music with others. She is dedicated to her studies and is excited to participate in competitions that encourage young musicians to grow and gain performance experience.
Mark Kolomeiets
Second Place
Mark is a seven-year-old musician who is just beginning his musical journey and discovering joy in every step of the process.
Ava Nyflot
Third Place
Ava began her piano journey in the fall of 2025. She especially enjoys playing Disney music and loves exploring new pieces at the piano. She looks forward to continuing to develop her skills and grow as a musician.
Ages 9-10
Murphy Wang
First Place
Murphy is a very talented musician with a strong personality. She brings a cheerful attitude and boundless enthusiasm to every lesson, delighting in practice and eagerly exploring new discoveries on the piano each day. In addition, she is an active member of her school chorus, further nurturing her love for music.
Kaia Cruz
Second Place
Kaia has been studying piano for almost 2 years. She enjoys learning new pieces and developing her skills. She successfully passed her Grade 1 ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) Performance Exam with Merit. Kaia is excited to continue growing as a musician and sharing her passion for music with others.
Oleksander Petrash
Third Place
Currently a first-year student at the Yezupil School of Arts, this young performer is beginning their musical journey and is eager to continue developing their talent and love for music.
Kedar Srinivasan
Honorable Mention
At ten years old, Kedar has been playing the piano for six months and has quickly embraced the joy of learning music. Through consistent practice and determination, he continues to build a strong musical foundation while developing confidence as a performer. Kedar looks forward to continuing his growth as a young pianist and exploring new musical opportunities.
Sean Hoxha
Honorable Mention
Inspired by a family of musicians, this performer developed an interest in music after watching their cousin and brother play the piano. After a year of listening and learning from them, they decided to begin their own musical journey and have been pursuing their passion for music ever since.
Age 11
Talya Zayshlyy
First Place
Talya loves playing piano and especially enjoys performing for her relatives during holiday gatherings. She received an award for her performance at a school talent show and attends piano lessons with great enthusiasm. Talya’s love for music continues to grow, and she also enjoys writing her own pieces, showcasing both her creativity and talent.
Arshawn Amirtabar
First Place
Arshawn is a talented young pianist who has performed at various public events across organizations in Washington State. Known for his hard work and confident stage presence, he approaches each performance with dedication and poise. Outside of music, Arshawn enjoys soccer, basketball, reading, and video games, reflecting his wide range of interests and well-rounded personality.
Elmir Ginda
Second Place
A hardworking and dedicated young performer, this aspiring musician approaches every opportunity with enthusiasm and determination. As a winner of an international multi-genre online competition, they continue to develop their skills and grow as an artist.
Sophia Madche
Third Place
Sophia began her musical journey just over a year ago. With a bright spirit and a love for learning, she has quickly made progress and enjoys discovering new pieces each week. Sophia brings enthusiasm to every lesson and is excited to continue growing as a young musician.
Indra Udupa
Third Place
At eleven years old, Indra has been playing the piano for six months and has embraced every opportunity to learn and grow as a musician. Her enthusiasm, commitment, and love for music are evident in her progress, and she is excited to continue developing her talents while sharing her performances with others.
Age 12
Tessa Dochez
First Place
Tessa began playing piano a few years ago and is a very hardworking and advanced pianist who enjoys performing for others. She is also a talented ballerina.
Sophia Malinkin
First Place
Sophia is a young and enthusiastic musician with a growing passion for the piano. She enjoys exploring new techniques and gaining confidence as a performer. In addition to her piano studies, Sophia plays violin in her school orchestra and pursues gymnastics, showcasing her diverse talents and dedication both in music and athletics.
Skylar Yoo
Second Place
Skylar is a 12-year-old pianist who has been learning piano since he was six. In addition to piano, he has been exploring percussion for the past two years, showing a growing passion for rhythm and music. Skylar enjoys developing his skills on both instruments and looks forward to continuing his musical journey.
Adele Bokach
Third Place
Adele is a 12-year-old pianist and a dedicated competitive swimmer. Balancing both music and sports, she brings passion and determination to everything she does. Music makes her happy and gives her a way to express herself creatively. Adele dreams of composing her own music one day and is excited to continue growing as a young musician.
Ages 13-15
Angelina Bilokon
First Place
Music has become a personal language through which this performer expresses what cannot always be said with words. Through the piano, they seek not only to create beautiful sounds, but also to communicate the depth of human emotion and connect with audiences in a meaningful way.
Emily Clark
Second Place
Emily is a 15-year-old pianist in her second year of study. She is hardworking and enthusiastic, eager to explore and become familiar with classical music as well as all other musical genres as she embarks on her musical journey.
Heeyool Shin
Third Place
Heeyool is 14 years old and currently in his first year of piano study. Since his first competition last year, he has built his confidence and skills while developing a deeper love for music. Beyond the piano, Heeyool is passionate about computer science and game design, and runs a YouTube channel.
Eric Hoxha
Honorable Mention
Music became a passion for this performer at a young age after being inspired by a cousin and a neighbor who played the piano. Hearing their beautiful performances motivated them to begin learning the instrument, and they have enjoyed exploring and developing their musical talents ever since.
Ages 16-18
Olena Babyn
First Place
Beginning their musical journey nine years ago, this performer has grown from a curious beginner into a dedicated musician through years of disciplined study and practice. Their training has encompassed everything from technical etudes and scales to the intricate polyphony of Bach and the expressive works of Chopin. These experiences have helped them develop both technical mastery and a deep appreciation for musical expression. For them, participation in this competition is a meaningful step in an ongoing artistic journey.
Maya Varghese
Second Place
Maya is passionate about vocal music and has performed in school choirs and the Washington State Honor Choir in 2023, 2024, and 2025. Creative and well-rounded, Maya also enjoys drawing, reading, and playing tennis.
Ivanna Shevchuk
Third Place
Currently a first-year student majoring in Secondary Education (Musical Arts), this performer began studying piano in September 2025 after entering college without any formal musical background. Their commitment to learning and growing as a musician reflects both their passion for music and their aspiration to share that passion with others through education.
Ages 21+
Frank Murdock
First Place
Frank began piano lessons at the age of 7 but paused for 28 years to study engineering, start a family, and grow his career in project management. In September of 2024, he resumed his piano journey, eager to refine his skills and embrace the humility that comes with learning.
Victoria Murphy
Second Place
Victoria Murphy began her piano journey in January of 2025. Originally from Bellevue, Washington, she has found great joy and fulfillment in learning to play the piano. Though still in the early stages of her musical development, Victoria is excited to continue exploring music with enthusiasm and dedication.
Victoria Robbe
Third Place
Victoria began her piano journey one year ago and has embraced the experience with enthusiasm and dedication. Through consistent practice and a love of learning, she continues to develop her skills while finding joy and creative expression through music. Victoria enjoys exploring new repertoire and sharing her passion for piano with others.