Violin virtuosos shine at inaugural Classic Violin Olympus in Dubai
13 May 2025
The inaugural Classic Violin Olympus International Competition concluded in Dubai with 12 top performers from around the world competing for a prize fund of €320,000. Armenian violinist Haik Kazazyan took first place, earning €200,000 and a handcrafted Stradivari model violin. Organisers say the competition aims to modernise the classical music world, embracing younger talent and global participation while blending 18th-century repertoire with new compositions.
