PICKBOY baton officially adopted as a prize for the Grand Prix at the Besançon International Conducting Competition 2025
PICKBOY baton officially selected as the Grand Prix prize for the Besançon International Conducting Competition 2025
A special edition PICKBOY baton has been officially adopted as one of the prizes to be awarded to the Grand Prix winner at the Besançon International Conducting Competition 2025, a stepping stone to success for world-class conductors held in France.
Also on the official website "A special PICKBOY baton" It is clearly stated that:
Official page (Grand Prix) here
Why PICKBOY was chosen
Since its founding in 1975, PICKBOY has earned the trust of musicians around the world through the production of high-quality baton made in Japan. Its lightweight, well-balanced shaft, natural material grip that fits comfortably in the hand, and meticulous craftsmanship have earned it high praise from many professionals.
This adoption is proof that our products are not just tools, but that their value as "partners supporting musical expression" has been internationally recognized.
About the special edition gift
- White painted carbon graphite shaft with natural cork grip
- On the shaft “59th Besançon Competition – 2025” UV print (special commemorative notation)
- PICKBOY hard case HC-70 Equipped with a brass plate with the tournament logo.
Congratulating the winners on their new beginningsA one-of-a-kind commemorative editionIt will be presented as a gift.
Winner: Yoneda Satoshi won the award
Japanese conductors at the 2025 Besançon International Conducting Competition Satoshi Yoneda was awarded the grand prize.
At the award ceremony, he was presented with a specially designed PICKBOY baton along with the award, marking the first step in a new career on the global stage.
You can also watch the award ceremony and presentation video below.
The significance of the competition and PICKBOY's thoughts
The Besançon International Conducting Competition is a prestigious stage known as the first step for young conductors to build their international careers. Many of the past winners are active in major orchestras around the world, and have produced future masters.
It is a great source of pride for us to be presented with a PICKBOY baton on that stage as a "proof of the Grand Prize winner," and it is an event that renews our determination to continue creating products that support musicians.
Looking ahead
PICKBOY stands by all music lovers and will continue to support the conductors of the future. We sincerely hope for the success of the competition and for the bright future of these young maestros.