2009 Competition
In the 11 years since the first Wigmore Hall/Kohn Foundation International Song Competition, the biennial event has grown in status and remit and has reached a fantastic record number of 142 applications from 41 different countries.
Results
Results of the 2009 Wigmore Hall/Kohn Foundation International Song Competition
Prizes are donated by the Kohn Foundation as part of its overall support of the competition.
First Prize
Marcus Farnsworth baritone with Elizabeth Burgess
Second Prize
Benedict Nelson baritone with Gary Matthewman
Third Prize
Erin Morley soprano with Laura Poe
Fourth Prize
Sidney Outlaw baritone with John Reid
Pianist's Prize
James Baillieu
Jean Meikle Prize for a Duo*
Gerard Collet baritone with James Baillieu
*Kindly donated by the Jean Meikle Music Trust
Live Coverage
Visit the 2009 Song Competition Blog to find:
- • Interviews with the jury, contestants and the audience
- • Articles about song and the Song Competition
- • Photo Stream of the Competition
- • Insights into what's happening backstage
You can also follow the Competition on Twitter @wigmore_hall.
Competitors:
The Jury
Find out about the Jury for the 2009 competition.
