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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.

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  • 2025 Cliburn Winners

    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

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    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.

  • Competition Artwork

    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.

  • 2025 Cliburn Semifinalists

    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.

  • Competition Artwork

    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.

  • 2025 Quarterfinalists

    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.

  • Welcome to Pianotown

    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.

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    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    Korkmaz Can Sağlam, 25, of Türkiye, has withdrawn from the Seventeenth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, citing health reasons.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.

  • Cliburn Visitors

    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.

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    2025 Cliburn Competition Broadcast Details + New Partnership with Apple Music Classical & Platoon

    Hear every note from wherever you are: there are more ways than ever to watch and listen to the Cliburn.

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