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First-prize winner Sébastian Jacot: "I didn't even think about winning … I have never won a competition or audition." (photo courtesy DR.dk)

butterfly landing on her forehead during the first round

) took second place this weekend at the Carl Nielsen Flute Competition in Copenhagen.

, a 27-year-old Swiss flutist, who had his own adventures in the first round: Two hours before he played, part of his wooden flute broke. Jacot used his back-up … and prevailed.

Sébastian Jacot in this story by Anne Termanson

Since 2000, Fred Child has been the host of Performance Today, the most-listened-to classical music radio show in America. He also is the commentator and announcer for Live From Lincoln Center, the only live performing arts series on television. He also hosts musical events on stages around the country, working with major orchestras and festivals, and connecting with audiences coast to coast.


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Yukie Ota took second place this weekend at the Carl Nielsen Flute Competition in Copenhagen. First place went to Swiss flutist Sebastian Jacot, who also faced some unexpected circumstances.


Yukie Ota, 'Madame Butterfly', takes 2nd place at Nielsen Competition

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