The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle proudly announces
the winners of the inaugural
Competition for Young String Soloists

Sponsored by Blue Cross/Blue Shield of North Carolina
First Prize – Jing Qiao, Violin – Oberlin, OH
$10,000 and an appearance with
The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle
during the 2008-2009 season
Second Prize
Benjamin Beilman, violin
Philadelphia, PA – $2,500
Third Prize
Fedor Amosov, cello
East Lansing, MI – $1,500
The Thomas S. Kenan, III
North Carolina Prize
Alan Toda-Ambaras, cello
Chapel Hill, NC – $1,000
Honorable Mention
Marta Bagratuni, cello
Ann Arbor, MI - $500
The Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle has a clear musical and educational mission. Foremost is the presentation of  high-quality orchestra performances of exceptional music, including works rarely performed. The concerts are readily accessible to area residents and frequently feature the nation's most talented emerging musicians. The Orchestra collaborates with other Triangle arts organizations to serve as a catalyst for musical excellence throughout the Triangle. The Orchestra creates performance and educational opportunities for talented young musicians living and studying in the Triangle.