The young accordionist Michał Stochel has secured Poland's fourth victory in the "Eurovision Young Musicians" contest – previous triumphs were achieved by participants in 1992, 2000, and 2016. He is also the first accordionist to triumph in the classical music Eurovision. Jury member and conductor Julien Salemkour commented on Michał's performance: "Thank you for performing this piece! The accordion is a very important instrument, not only in folk music but increasingly appearing in symphonic music and works by contemporary composers as well. You proved that it is worth doing!"
The 22nd "Eurovision Young Musicians" contest, where Latvia was represented by percussionist Sonja Misiņa, took place in Yerevan, the capital of Armenia, at the Armenian National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet. Sonja earned her ticket to the classical music Eurovision by winning the national selection "Latvia's Young Virtuoso" organized by LSM. This year, Latvia returned to the "Eurovision Young Musicians" contest after a 24-year hiatus. The last time such an excellent result was achieved was during Latvia's debut in 1994, when pianist Liene Circene won 2nd place.
This year, young talents from Armenia (flute), Belgium (marimba), Cyprus (clarinet), the Czech Republic (piano), Germany (violin), Latvia (percussion), Poland (accordion), Portugal (violin), Serbia (violin), Sweden (piano), and Switzerland (violin) participated in the youth contest. The young musicians were accompanied by the Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of conductor Eduard Topchjan. Along with the trophy, this year's winner also received an invitation to perform with the orchestra during their 2026/2027 concert season.
"Latvia's return to the 'Eurovision Young Musicians' contest after a break of more than 20 years is the beginning of a new story. We are truly honored that we will be able to host Europe's most talented young musicians in Latvia during the very next contest cycle. Rich in musical traditions, creative energy, and international experience, Liepāja will be an excellent home for this contest, while simultaneously giving Europe the opportunity to get to know Latvia as a country where culture and young talents are an essential value," emphasizes Baiba Zūzena, Chairperson of the Board of Latvian Public Broadcasting, highlighting the contest's significance for Latvia's young musicians and international visibility.
In 2027, Liepāja will be one of the European Capitals of Culture. The city will implement this title together with the South Kurzeme and Kuldīga municipalities, offering a broad international cultural program. The "Eurovision Young Musicians" contest will be one of the most significant international events in this program. "We are truly inspired that the 2027 'Eurovision Young Musicians' contest will take place right here in Liepāja. It is a wonderful opportunity not only to showcase our city and the European Capital of Culture program to an international audience but also to inspire the younger generation. This is especially important for young talents – to experience excellence up close and to believe that their talent can also lead them to Europe's biggest stages," says Baiba Bartkeviča, Artistic Director of "Liepāja 2027."
"Latvia's return to the circuit of the classical Eurovision for young musicians is a major event, but even more significant is the fact that we will have the honor and pleasure of hosting the 2027 contest in Liepāja, giving the wider world the opportunity to appreciate our unique concert hall, excellent symphony orchestra, and a city that over the years has been shaped by the Great Sea, and which has no equal," notes Orests Silabriedis, Artistic Director of the Liepāja concert hall "Great Amber."
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