All Past Adjudicators

Japanese-American pianist Mai has appeared in various venues throughout the world, from Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage in Washington, D.C., to Miyama Conseru in Japan. Mai holds Bachelor and Master of Music degrees from Indiana University and a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Piano Performance from the University of North Texas.

Praised by Jean-Yves Thibaudet as “a rare talent who promises to become one of the leading pianists of her generation,” Sophiko Simsive is known for her expressive and personal artistry, appearing at renowned venues including Carnegie Hall, the Berliner Philharmonie, and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. A passionate chamber musician, she is the pianist of the acclaimed Claremont Trio and a founding member of Trio Phōs.

Hailed as an “expressive, intelligent, and meticulous performer,” Korean-born Canadian-American pianist Haewon Yang is sought after for her flexibility across different genres and carefully studied interpretations. She has won recognition for her performances and academic work, ranging from the Music Teacher’s National Associationto the Indiana University Concerto Competition to the Korean Canadian Scholarship Foundation.