Winners

Winners

"YYPA had a profound influence on me, not only as a musician, but as an individual. The weekend provided me with the opportunity to perform alongside exceptional musicians and work with the best and most experienced people in the business who taught me a lot about developing a career in music. I cannot thank Yamaha enough for their dedication to young musicians and an unforgettable and inspiring weekend!"

— Kanako Shimasaki, YYPA 2013

Name Hometown Instrument
Enhan Li Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China Flute
Harrison Kim San Jose, CA Clarinet
Joshua Jung Frisco, TX Oboe
Jason Xu Toronto, Ontario, Canada Saxophone
Eli Wyatt Fairbanks, AK Saxophone
Nicholas Peterson-Hunt Salem, OR Trumpet
Jennelle Williams Sleepy Hollow, IL Horn
Alex Parker Williamsburg, VA Trombone
Ally Hansen Mount Horeb, WI Tuba
Chance Park Cedar Park, TX Percussion
Elijah Marrewa San Diego, CA Drum Set
Ashley Ryoo Fullerton, CA Cello
Adrian King Seattle, WA Piano
Honorable Mention
Christopher Dechant Allen, TX Clarinet
Joshua So Manlius, NY Oboe
Jason Johnson Spring Hill, TN Saxophone
Jade Park Sydney, Australia Trumpet
Luke Young Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Trumpet
Joey Barnhouse Cambridge, OH Tuba
Will McCoy Owasso, OK Percussion
Katherine Chernyak Windsor, Ontario, Canada Viola
Jacqueline Kaminski Elyria, OH Cello
Celine Chen Valencia, CA Piano