Since 1983
International Chopin piano competitions in Darmstadt – supporting young pianists for over 40 years
The Chopin piano competitions have been held in Darmstadt every three to five years since 1983, most recently in October 2022. Pianists of all nationalities up to the age of 30 are eligible to enter. The aim is to encourage outstanding interpretations of Chopin's works and to support young pianists on their musical journey.
The Chopin piano competitions have been held in Darmstadt every three to five years since 1983. Pianists of all nationalities up to the age of 30 are eligible to participate. The aim is to promote outstanding interpretations of Chopin's works and to support young pianists in their musical careers.
€30,000 in prize money plus concert engagements for the prize-winners.
Pianists of all nationalities up to the age of 30. Competition held in three rounds.
Exclusively works by Fryderyk Chopin. Solo piano and concertos with orchestra.
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A competition in three rounds featuring works exclusively by Fryderyk Chopin. Prizes: €30,000 plus concert engagements. Open to pianists of all nationalities up to the age of 30.
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A competition in three rounds featuring works exclusively by Fryderyk Chopin. Solo piano works, works for piano and orchestra, and free improvisation on a given theme.
The Chopin Society's traditional piano competition. Solo piano works, concertos for piano and orchestra, works for piano and cello, and improvisation.
The 10th International Chopin Piano Competition – an anniversary edition with pianists from numerous countries and piano concertos performed with the Bohemian Chamber Philharmonic Pardubice.
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