Winners | WAAO International Online Saxophone Competition (WISC) 2026

2026 WAAO International Saxophone Competition Results

We thank all participants for their incredible talent and dedication in the 2026 WAAO International Saxophone Competition!

Overall Grand Prize Winner

The pinnacle of excellence in the 2026 WISC. This unparalleled performance captivated all judges.

Grand Prize

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Saxophone Section Winners

These distinguished musicians have demonstrated exceptional artistry and command of their instruments.

Professional Category

  • 1st Place: Momoha Okubo
  • 2nd Place: Jerónimo Fernández Pastor
  • 3rd Place: Haru Kataoka

Junior Category

  • 1st Place: Igor Chyrc
  • 3rd Place: Caspian Claudio-Carter
  • Finalist: John Wesley Seward Hill

Amateur Category

  • 1st Place: Jerónimo Fernández Pastor
  • 3rd Place: Yu Xiao
  • Finalist: Đặng Xuân Trường

Bambini Category

  • 2nd Place: Emilio Guerrero Cuellar
  • 3rd Place: Yu Chen
  • Finalist: Nakamura Aoi

Detailed results for all placements (1st to Finalist) in every category will be communicated directly via email to all participants.