Yamaha Young Performing Artists
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The Yamaha Young Performing Artists Program (YYPA) recognizes outstanding young musicians from the world of classical, jazz and contemporary music. Winners of this competition will be invited to attend an all-expense paid weekend at the Bands of America Summer Camp, receive a once in a lifetime performance opportunity in front of thousands, national press coverage, receive a recording and photos of the live performance, and participate in workshops designed to launch a professional music career. Winners also will enjoy many of the privileges of a Yamaha® Artist, including services and communication with Yamaha's Artist Relations department.
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2025 YYPA WINNERS
| Name | Instrument | School |
| Beneditto Caroccio | Flute | San Francisco Conservatory of Music |
| Ian McEdwards | Clarinet | Oberlin Conservatory of Music |
| Zachary Costello | Saxophone | Eastman School of Music |
| Jonathan Arcangel | Saxophone | University of North Texas |
| Sarah Goldberg | Trombone | The Juilliard School |
| Andrew Kim | Trombone | Michigan State University |
| Kai Gray | Percussion | Eastman School of Music |
| Yukai Yang | Drum Set | Berklee College of Music |
| Gaeun Kim | Cello | The Juilliard School |
| Yanzuo Nicole Liu | Piano | Eastman School of Music |
| Roman Goron | Piano | Shoreline Community College |
2025 YYPA Honorable Mention
| Name | Instrument | School |
| Joshua Jung | Oboe | Vanderbilt University |
| Harrison Kim | Clarinet | Eastman School of Music |
| Shenghao Wang | Bassoon | The Colburn School |
| Nate Spratford | Saxophone | Vanderbilt University |
| Seowon Kwak | Trumpet | Berklee College of Music |
| Glenn Choe | Percussion | Manhattan School of Music |
| Greyson Geisness | Viola | Interlochen Arts Academy |
| Christopher Yao | Piano | Eastman School of Music |