In 2022, The New York Times called the Cliburn “one of the most prestigious contests in classical music.” The next edition of this extraordinary global musical celebration is just around the corner, and fans around the world can make plans now to experience it in a big way. Gold Medal Patrons can hear every note from the best seats in the house, attend special events—including the Opening Dinner & Draw Party with the competitors—wear their commemorative pin to gain access to the exclusive Gold Medal Patron Lounge throughout, and more.

Gold Medal Patron Benefits

Prime Seating
Competition concerts and the Awards Ceremony

Gold Medal Lounge Access
Big screen, refreshments, and comfortable seating; open prior to and after concerts,
as well as during intermissions and jury voting

Invitations to Exclusive Competition Events
Opening Dinner & Draw Party; Gold Medal Patron Party; Closing Reception

Valet Parking Purchase Option
Park at Bass Performance Hall and TCU for the entire Competition; only available for Gold Medal Patrons

Seventeenth Competition Program Book

Commemorative Gold Medal Patron Pin

Gold Medal Patron Benefits Subscription Options

Complete Premium Subscriptions

The best seats in the house for all 27 Competition concerts and the Awards Ceremony. The ultimate Cliburn experience.

GOLD MEDAL BOX TIER – $2,900
Prime Orchestra seating for the Preliminary & Quarterfinal Rounds at Van Cliburn Concert Hall at TCU
Box Tier seating for the Semifinal & Final Rounds + Awards Ceremony at Bass Performance Hall
All Gold Medal Patron Benefits

GOLD MEDAL ORCHESTRA – $2,500
Prime Orchestra seating for all Rounds + Awards Ceremony
All Gold Medal Patron Benefits

Semifinal & Final Premium Subscriptions

Special seating and all the benefits for the 13 Competition concerts at Bass Performance Hall and the Awards Ceremony.

GOLD MEDAL BOX TIER – $2,650
Box Tier seating for the Semifinal & Final Rounds + Awards Ceremony at Bass Performance Hall
All Gold Medal Patron Benefits

GOLD MEDAL ORCHESTRA – $2,200
Prime Orchestra seating for the Semifinal & Final Rounds + Awards Ceremony at Bass Performance Hall
All Gold Medal Patron Benefits

Please review our ticket policy and patron guidelines before purchase.