Accompanists for Competition

Myrto studied piano under the guidance of Michail Galinos at the Municipality Conservatory of Thessaloniki, where she also completed her music theory education. She was awarded her Diploma in piano performance with full marks in 2008. Soon afterwards she has her first experiences with teaching piano while she is also majoring in Psychology at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She keeps following masterclasses and performing in chamber music concerts.In 2013 she moves to Brussels in a life-changing move, and soon starts teaching piano there. She quickly becomes a successful teacher thanks to her enthusiasm, patience, and passion for her profession. She has a deep knowledge and understanding of the art and technique of the piano and she places a lot of emphasis on the importance of the body and its mechanics, in order to help unlock the students' potential and help each one find their own expression. She has taught numerous students in private practice, Academies, schools and cultural centers, both in one-to-one and in group settings.She is also an experienced accompanist and has worked with violinists, flutists, cellists, singers and choirs for conservatory exams, auditions, concerts and competitions. She was an accompanist for the Forte one-round competition in July 2023.In her free time she studies voice in private and is a passionate choir singer.

Currently teaching at the Near East University Cyprus.

Cansu Sanlidag, a passionate and warm-hearted artist known for her rich sound and vibrant personality, is drawn to the world of chamber music, particularly Lieder, where she combines her love for literature and the arts. Her performances have graced stages across Europe, including prestigious venues in Brussels, Florence, Paris, and Vienna.

In addition to her extensive musical career, Cansu has served as a collaborator pianist for renowned events, including the International Buchet Competition, Masterclasses of the Belgium Cello Society, Masterclasses of Philippe Graffin, International Arthur Grumiaux Competition and International Instrumental Competition Markneukirchen.

Pianist and coach at the Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel in the class of Augustin Dumay, with whom Christia Hudziy regularly performs in chamber music.

Born into a family of musicians in Lviv, Ukraine, Christia Hudziy was predestined for an artistic career. At age 11 she made her debut as a soloist with the Lviv Symphony Orchestra. Her achievements led her to be distinguished and rewarded by the President of Ukraine. She then perfected her skills in France at the Conservatoire of Paris, supported by the Fondation Nadia et Lili Boulanger, and then at the Conservatoires of Lyons and Milan. Christia is a laureate of many international competitions in Europe, including the chamber music competition of the Concertgebouw (Amsterdam) and the piano competition “Giovani Talenti Pia Tebaldini”, where she won both the First Prize and a Special Award. She also obtained an international Yamaha grant.

She is a regular guest at international festivals, among which La Roque d’Anthéron, Radio France and Musée d’Orsay, Avignon, Festival du Vexin, etc. After four years as artist-in-residence at the Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel, a prestigious school of music founded by Queen Elisabeth, destined for young talent from around the world, Christia Hudziy is continuing her career as a soloist and chamber musician, performing in France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Poland, Ukraine and England. She recently performed as a soloist with the philharmonic orchestras of London, Belgium and Osaka.