Korean composer Lee Hanurij wins top award at Geneva Competition

Korean composer Lee Hanurij has been announced as the winner of the top prize at the Geneva Competition, a prestigious music contest dating back to 1939. At the age of 20, Lee claimed victory in the composition category with his piece "Stuff #1" during the final round of the competition held in Geneva. The young musician also secured all six special prizes, including the Audience Prize, the Young Audience Prize, and the Student Prize.

Lee expressed his gratitude for the honor, acknowledging the Geneva Competition's role in providing a conducive environment for composers to advance their work. Currently studying at the Korea National University of Arts, Lee began his composing studies at the age of 10 at an academy for music prodigies affiliated with the Seoul Arts Center.

In 2024, he also won first prize in the composition category of the Bartok World Competition, with his work subsequently performed in various classical music festivals.

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