{"id":5042,"date":"2025-02-13T11:41:02","date_gmt":"2025-02-13T11:41:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/gc\/glasgowcreate\/?p=5042"},"modified":"2025-02-13T12:06:07","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T12:06:07","slug":"sym2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.glowscotland.org.uk\/gc\/glasgowcreate\/sym2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Glasgow\u2019s Top Young Musicians Announced at Scottish Young Musicians 2025 \ud83c\udfb6\ud83c\udfc6"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Scottish Young Musicians Glasgow Final<\/strong> has once again highlighted the exceptional musical talent across the city, with incredible performances from young instrumentalists and vocalists competing for the title of Glasgow\u2019s Solo Performer of the Year 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After an outstanding competition, Craig McGroarty<\/strong>, a talented clarinettist<\/strong> from Knightswood Secondary School<\/strong>, was named Glasgow\u2019s Overall Winner<\/strong>. Craig captivated the adjudicators with his remarkable technique, expressive performance, and musicianship, securing his place in the Scottish Young Musicians National Final<\/strong> at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland on Sunday 25 May<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Rising Star: Craig McGroarty \ud83c\udfbc<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Craig is currently in his final year at Knightswood Secondary School<\/strong>, studying Advanced Higher Music<\/strong> under the guidance of Nicola Leslie<\/strong>. His dedication and hard work have led to an exceptional year of musical success. He recently achieved Grade 8 clarinet<\/strong> and has been accepted into the prestigious BMus programme at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland<\/strong>, where he will continue his clarinet studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Craig\u2019s achievements extend beyond Scottish Young Musicians\u2014he is also a finalist in the RCS Clarinet Competition<\/strong>, having won through their preliminary rounds, and will compete at the RCS Clarinet Festival on Sunday 16 February<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A passionate and versatile musician, Craig is actively involved in many\u00a0Glasgow<\/strong> CREATE ensembles<\/strong>, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfb5 Symphonic Wind Band<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfb5 Clarinet Choir<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfb5 Saxophone Ensemble<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfb5 Big Band<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfb5 Glasgow Schools\u2019 Symphony Orchestra<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond Glasgow, Craig has successfully auditioned for some of Scotland\u2019s top youth orchestras, earning places in the West of Scotland Schools Orchestra, Edinburgh Youth Orchestra, and the National Youth Orchestra of Scotland Development Orchestra<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Celebrating Glasgow\u2019s Young Musical Talent<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Alongside Craig, three other exceptional musicians were recognised for their outstanding performances:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfa4 Struan Young<\/strong> (Smithycroft Secondary School<\/strong>) \u2013 Winner of the Vocalist Category<\/strong> and Overall Runner-Up<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfb8 Ruslan Pankov<\/strong> (King\u2019s Park Secondary School<\/strong>) \u2013 Overall Runner-Up<\/strong> for his impressive guitar performance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfb7 Ben Streete<\/strong> (Pollokshields Primary School<\/strong>) \u2013 Glasgow\u2019s Junior Solo Performer of the Year 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ben Streete<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Craig McGroarty (centre) pictured with runners up Ruslan Pankov (left) and Struan Young (right)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Struan delivered a stunning vocal performance, demonstrating exceptional control, tone, and expression, earning him both the Vocalist Winner<\/strong> title and Overall Runner-Up<\/strong>. Equally impressive was Ruslan, whose skilful and expressive guitar playing also secured him a Runner-Up<\/strong> position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the Junior level<\/strong>, Ben Streete<\/strong> shone with his brilliant saxophone performance of Gerry Rafferty\u2019s \u201cBaker Street\u201d<\/strong>, earning him the title of Glasgow\u2019s Junior Solo Performer of the Year<\/strong>. Ben\u2019s performance was full of confidence, flair, and musical maturity beyond his years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Competition Showcasing Dedication and Passion<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

This year\u2019s competition saw an incredible standard of musicianship, with young performers from across Glasgow delivering inspiring performances. The adjudicators had the difficult task of selecting winners from an exceptionally talented group of musicians, and we congratulate every participant for their dedication, skill, and passion for music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As we look ahead to the National Final at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland on 25 May<\/strong>, we send our best wishes to Craig McGroarty<\/strong>, who will proudly represent Glasgow on this prestigious stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A huge thank you to all the teachers, families, and mentors who support these young musicians in their musical journeys. Your encouragement and guidance are instrumental in helping them reach their full potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To find out more about Scottish Young Musicians<\/strong> and upcoming events, visit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd17 www.scottishyoungmusicians.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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