International Awards
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Radu Ratoi’s journey as an accordionist is defined by his unwavering dedication, technical mastery, and artistic innovation. With over 60 prestigious awards to his name, he has set a new standard in the world of classical and contemporary accordion performance. His groundbreaking success spans across the most renowned competitions, where he has triumphed in both Classical and Virtuoso/Entertainment categories—an achievement few have ever accomplished.
From Coupe Mondiale and Castelfidardo to the prestigious international platforms in Moscow, Klingenthal, and Arrasate, Radu has consistently proven his versatility and artistic brilliance. His victories have not only showcased his extraordinary skill but have also reinforced the accordion’s place in the world of elite instrumental performance.
Below is a short list of Radu Ratoi’s most important competitions won, a testament to his unparalleled musicianship and global recognition.​
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2024
Young Concert Artists ''Susan Wadsworth'' Auditions - New York, USA
ATG WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP – Kansas City, MO, USA
2023
Societa Umanitaria Competition – Milano, Italy
2020
Alkagran Accordion Competition – Alkagran, Poland​
Moscow Accordion Competition – Moscow, Russia
2019
Arrasate Accordion Competition - Arrasate, Spain​
PIF Castelfidardo Accordion Competition – Castelfidardo, Italy
Klingenthal Accordion Competition – Klingenthal, Germany
Coupe Mondiale Accordion Competition – Shenzhen, China
Vilnius Accordion Competition – Vilnius, Lithuania
2018
Trophy Mondiale Accordion Competition – Victoria, Canada
Coupe Mondiale Accordion Competition – Kaunas, Lithuania
Trossingen Accordion Competition – Trossingen, Germany
Concorso Internationale Stradella – Stradella, Italy
2017
Trophy Mondiale Accordion Competition – Martigny, France (Junior)
PIF Castelfidardo Accordion Competition – Castelfidardo, Italy (Junior)​
Coupe Mondiale Accordion Competition – Rostov-on-Don, Russia (Junior)
Other Achievements and Awards
2023
Cultural Diplomacy Award from the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Moldova
2022
Master of Arts in Republic of Moldova