Fort Worth - Van Cliburn International Piano Competition
The Seventeenth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition (May 21–June 7, 2025 at Van Cliburn Concert Hall at TCU and Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth, Texas, USA) builds on the historic success of the 2022 edition, which was an outstanding embodiment of the Cliburn's core tenets: enduring commitment to artistic excellence, the discovery of new artists, and the advancement of classical piano music throughout the world. The Competition features acclaimed artistic collaborators and an international jury comprised of some of the finest performing conductors, musicians, and pianists of our time.
Agenda
It reached a record-breaking number of people around the globe, exponentially surpassing viewership and online engagement from its past editions. It has now become one of the most-watched classical events in history, with more than 60 million views on Cliburn channels across 177 countries—and immeasurable viral reach beyond that. Widely considered "one of the most prestigious contests in classical music" (The New York Times, 2022), the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition exists to share excellent classical music with the largest international audience possible and to launch the careers of its winners every four years. Building on a rich tradition that began with its 1962 origins in honor of Van Cliburn and his vision for using music to serve audiences and break down boundaries, the Cliburn seeks, with each edition, to achieve the highest artistic standards while utilizing contemporary tools to advance its reach. Beyond cash prizes, winning a Cliburn medal means comprehensive career management, artistic support, and bolstered publicity efforts for the three years following.
Contact
Jacques Marquis
201 Main Street, Suite 100
Fort Worth, 76102
United States
