Celebrate 50 years of the Cleveland International Piano Competition as we reimagine what a competition can be. Watch as future leaders of the piano world take the stage in venues across town, culminating with performances with The Cleveland Orchestra.
Witness an opening ceremony unlike any other! Sixteen of the world’s most promising pianists face off at the Hanna Theatre, playing pop songs you know from the radio.
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Sixteen Quarter-Finalists will each perform a 35-40 minute program of their choosing, including cherished favorites and bold new works.
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Eight pianists each perform a 25-30 minute solo recital and team up with chamber musicians for a piano trio of their choice.
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See the CIPC’s finalists in an exclusive, intimate setting presented by The Walter and Jean Kalberer Foundation. Seating is limited.
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The grandeur of the CIPC culminates as each contestant plays a concerto with the world-renowned Cleveland Orchestra.
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The most sought-after ticket in town! Enjoy dinner, drinks, and live performances by this year’s competition winners during our gala—presented by Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff LLP.
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24 of 55 First Round Contestants take the stage in Cleveland.
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31 of 55 First Round Contestants take the stage at Salle Cortot at École Normale de Musique in Paris.
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