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At Collège du Léman, we believe that education extends far beyond the classroom. Through our holistic approach to learning, students are encouraged to develop their talents through meaningful experiences that connect creativity, personal growth, and international engagement. From the classroom to global stages, they are empowered to explore their passions and share their achievements with the world.
The Nord Anglia Education Global Campus is a worldwide learning initiative and online platform connecting students from Nord Anglia Education’s network of over 80 international schools across the globe. As part of this network, Collège du Léman benefits from unique opportunities to take part in a wide range of collaborative challenges and competitions designed to extend learning beyond the classroom and connect students with a truly global community.
These Global Campus competitions span a wide range of disciplines, including music, sport, sustainability, innovation, and academic challenges. They provide students with opportunities to explore their interests, showcase their talents, and engage with peers from around the world. Through this network, students at Collège du Léman are able to collaborate, compete, and grow alongside peers from Nord Anglia Education schools worldwide, building confidence, global awareness, and creativity.
The Global Campus Virtual Young Musician of the Year Competition 2026 is one of the flagship events within Nord Anglia Education’s music programme. Celebrating creativity, performance, and composition across a range of age groups and musical styles, the competition brought together 3,758 students from 57 Nord Anglia Education schools worldwide, making it a truly global celebration of musical talent and artistic expression.
This year, several Collège du Léman students distinguished themselves across a range of categories. We extend our warmest congratulations to them for their outstanding achievements and for representing our school with passion, dedication, and excellence.
In the Years 7–9 category (Grades 6–8, ages 11–14), Robi, a bilingual Grade 7 student in CDL Middle School, was recognised as a winner in both the Instrumental Solo and Composition categories. His powerful performance of Concerto for Electric Guitar demonstrated exceptional technical ability, confidence, and stage presence in the Popular Music Instrumental Solo category. He was also awarded for his original composition, Ship in the Storm, which showcased his creativity and ability to tell a compelling musical story through composition.
Reflecting on his achievement, the judges commented:
“Robi stood out in the competition for both performance and creativity, earning recognition in two categories for his electric guitar performance and original composition Ship in the storm. His originality, musical confidence, and passion for contemporary music made a strong impression on the judges.”
In the Years 3–6 category (Grades 2–5, ages 7–11), Kiho, a Grade 3 student in CDL Primary School, was named a winner in the Art Music Instrumental Solo category for his expressive interpretation of Little Suite No. 6 – Perpetual Motion. His performance stood out for its clarity, sensitivity, and musical precision.
The judging panel noted:
“Kiho impressed the judges with a dynamic and expressive performance of Little Suite No. 6. Perpetual Motion. His dedication, musicality, and confidence shone through in this international competition, showcasing both technical skill and a genuine passion for music.”
In the Years 10+ Group 4 category, Alessandro (Grade 12, International Baccalaureate year 2) was recognised as runner-up for a powerful performance of Shostakovich’s Cello Concerto No. 1 (1st movement). Competing in the Art Music Instrumental Solo category, he delivered a performance characterised by emotional depth, maturity, and strong technical control.
Also in the Years 7–9 category, The Rocking Chihuahuas — Robi, Loïc, Nino, Finn, Damien and Alejandro, a group of friends from the bilingual Grade 7 programme at CDL — were named runners-up in the Popular Music Instrumental Ensemble category for their energetic performance of So Many Problems. Their performance stood out for its strong collaboration, rhythmic precision, and musical cohesion, demonstrating the power of teamwork and ensemble performance.
From left to right and top to bottom: Robi, Loïc, Nino, Finn, Damien, Alessandro, Kiho, Alejandro
These achievements reflect not only the talent, commitment, and perseverance of our students, but also the dedication of our music teachers, who inspire and support young musicians every day. Beyond recognition and results, experiences like this play a vital role in students’ personal growth, helping them build confidence, resilience, creativity, and a stronger sense of self-belief as they perform and create on an international stage. At Collège du Léman, experiences like these form part of a wider educational journey that extends beyond the classroom, empowering students to discover their strengths, pursue their passions, and thrive in an interconnected world.
We warmly congratulate all of our students on their outstanding accomplishments and thank the teachers, families, and wider school community who have supported them throughout their musical journeys.
To learn more about our music programme and discover how Collège du Léman nurtures talent through a rich and international education, please contact our Admissions Team.
Telephone: +41 22 775 56 56
Email: admissions@cdl.ch