Some of Malta’s most promising young musicians were awarded after participating in this year’s edition of the Bice Mizzi Vassallo (BMV) Music Competition. The awards ceremony was held at the Sala Isouard, Manoel Theatre, in Valletta, on October 18.
The competition is organised by the BMV Music Organising Committee within the National Council of Women, which comprises chairperson Corinne Bowman Briffa, Tatjana Chircop, Rosette Fenech and Therese Cassola.
It featured two main categories: one for young, budding performers (Category A) and a senior section (Category B).
The first prize in Category A was won by Luke Muscat, while Gabrijel Cordina won the ‘Special Prize for Interpretation of Modern Music’. They will receive tickets for concerts at the Manoel Theatre and invitations to attend masterclasses conducted by established musicians.
Kurt Falzon won the 1st prize in the strings section and Kellyann Spiteri won the first prize for pianoforte in Category B. They will receive a traineeship abroad with leading professionals in their field, including flights and accommodation.
The Alfred Mizzi Foundation was once again the main sponsor of this year’s competition, with additional support from the NSTF. The organisers expressed their gratitude to Adrian Mamo, artistic director of the Manoel Theatre, as well as to Otto Karasek for his generous contribution.
The distinguished judging panel included Tatjana Chircop (chair), Charlene Farrugia, Carmine Lauri, Max Erwin, Lorenzo Fiorito, and Michael Lessky.
The Bice Mizzi Vassallo Music Competition, founded by the National Council of Women in honour of the late pianist Bice Mizzi Vassallo, continues to uphold its mission of nurturing Malta’s young musical talent and providing them with opportunities for professional growth and international exposure.
Through this initiative, NCW seeks to promote artistic excellence, discipline and cultural appreciation among Malta’s youth, values that remain central to the council’s educational and cultural vision.
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