Updates and Stories
The Cliburn is supported by a rich and evolving history. Read the latest in competition announcements, career updates from current and past medalists, profiles on members of the Cliburn community, year-round concert and educational programming in North Texas, and more.
Keys to Success: Stories from the 2025 Competition
Claire Jackson for The Guardian writes: "Every four years, piano lovers from across the world gather in this Texas enclave for the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition—the instrument’s Olympics."
Aristo Sham Wins Gold Medal of 2025 Cliburn Competition; Winners Announced
At Saturday night's Awards Ceremony, the Cliburn presented the medalists and award winners of the 2025 Cliburn Competition, held May 21–June 7 at Van Cliburn Concert Hall at TCU and Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth, Texas, USA
Finalists Announced for 2025 Cliburn Competition
Six pianists advance to the 2025 Cliburn Competition's Final Round, taking place June 3–7 at Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth, Texas, USA.
Semifinal Round Schedule Announced for 2025 Cliburn Competition
Twelve pianists will each perform twice in the 2025 Cliburn Competition's Semifinal Round, taking place May 28–June 1 at Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth, Texas, USA.
Semifinalists Announced for 2025 Cliburn Competition
Twelve pianists advance to the 2025 Cliburn Competition's Semifinal Round, taking place May 28–June 1 at Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth, Texas, USA.
Xiaofu Ju withdraws from 2025 Cliburn Competition
The 2025 Cliburn Competition continues through June 7, 2025, at Van Cliburn Concert Hall at TCU and Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth, Texas, USA.
Quarterfinalists Announced for 2025 Cliburn Competition
Eighteen pianists advance to the 2025 Cliburn Competition's Quarterfinal Round, taking place May 24–25 at Van Cliburn Concert Hall at TCU in Fort Worth, Texas USA.
Cowtown becomes Pianotown for the 2025 Cliburn Competition
The Passport to Pianotown invites you to businesses around Fort Worth, Texas, for unique Cliburn-themed offers and experiences, happening throughout the 2025 Cliburn Competition.
Order of Performance Announced for 2025 Cliburn Competition
Korkmaz Can Sağlam, 25, of Türkiye, has withdrawn from the Seventeenth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, citing health reasons. He will not be replaced, and the Competition will begin with 28 pianists.
Fort Worth Report: The Cliburn Competition elevates Fort Worth
Over a 63-year history, the Cliburn Competitions have helped to establish a cultural landmark in North Texas.