First Prize
Francisco Montero
USA
Teacher/s: Julian Martin, Dr. Jose R. Mendez
Score: 94.18
Pianist Francisco Montero has performed in Austria, Italy, Germany, Spain and in the USA (Carnegie Hall, Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center) and has been broadcasted by BBC Radio 4 (London) and WQXR radio. Francisco Montero studied his Master of Music at the prestigious The Juilliard School in New York under the guidance of Julian Martin. He is currently pursuing his DMA in Piano Performance at The Pennsylvania State University with Dr. Jose R. Mendez.
SELECTED COMMENTS FROM THE JURY
Impressive!
Very professional presentation. Excellent understanding of Liszt - good dynamic range, line of phrasing and execution. Most musical and would like to hear more.
Excellent musicality and expression. Outstanding performance.
Bravo!! Excellent performance!!
The best in this category
Auguri!
Superior
A masterful performance and brilliant engagement with the chosen piece.
Great! Congratulations. Thank you.
An excellent performance, to pro standards.
Excellent performance; beautiful nuanced playing, dramatic and playful.
Very musical - Bravo!
Bravo, and congratulations on your accomplishment!
Franz Liszt, Rhapsodie espagnole 13´10´´
