Classeek Announces 2024/25 Ambassador Program Artists

Seven emerging musicians have been selected for the upcoming career enhancement program 

Founded in Lausanne, Switzerland, Classeek supports emerging classical artists and provides global technological solutions to those working in the arts and music. Its Ambassador Program, established in 2017, is a one-year career enhancement initiative for promising young classical musicians preparing for a performance career at the highest level.

This year’s cohort comprises:

• Aida Pascu (Voice/Soprano) — ICMA Young Artist 2024 award winner
• Arthur Decaris (Violin) — nominated by Renaud Capuçon
• Illia Ovcharenko (Piano) — nominated by Michel Béroff
• Kryštof Kohout (Violin) — Open Application instrumentalist winner
• Miles Walter (Composer) — Open Application composer winner
• Nour Ayadi (Piano) — nominated by Gautier Capuçon
• Rafael Adobas Bayog (Flute) — nominated by Emmanuel Pahud

Selected through a mix of ambassador nominations and open applications, the seven artists will benefit from professional photoshoots and concert video materials, as well as career coaching and performance opportunities. 

Classeek Ambassadors and supporters include renowned figures such as Emmanuel Pahud, Gautier Capuçon, Michel Bérof, Renaud Capuçon, Markus Wyler, and Sonia Simmenauer. 

“Being part of the Classeek program … has been the perfect support for me, particularly, in this transition period of my professional journey,” violinist and 2022/23 Classeek Artist Bilal Alnemr told The Violin Channel in an interview. “I have lived an uncommon path, and the attention and trust that Classeek has offered me could not be more valued. The communication with people who understand and care about an artist’s needs is what I have enjoyed most about this program.”

“Stay tuned as we prepare to unveil the full programme for the upcoming season,” Classeek wrote in the press release. “It’s going to be a year filled with fresh performances, concert programmes, and musical discoveries. Here’s to the journey ahead!”