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Aristo Sham
2025 Cliburn Gold Medalist Aristo Sham
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Yunchan Lim
In June 2022, Yunchan Lim 임윤찬 became the youngest person ever to win gold at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition; his performances throughout showcased a “magical ability” and a “natural, instinctive quality” (La Scena) that astounded listeners around the world. As Jury Chair Marin Alsop expressed: “Yunchan is that rare artist who brings profound musicality and prodigious technique organically together.” The depth of his artistry and connection to listeners also secured him the Audience Award and Best Performance of a New Work.
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Passport to Pianotown
Your guide to Fort Worth during the 2025 Cliburn Competition
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Dmytro Choni
Dmytro Choni took home bronze at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in June 2022, only the second Ukrainian pianist to medal at the prestigious contest. He won hearts and accolades with a compelling and colorful musicality that is fortified by a genuine, immediately engaging stage presence. As one critic noted: “Each time he strode onstage, it was with winning confidence and a big smile. He’s clearly an accomplished, assured―and communicative—pro” (Dallas Morning News).
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Vitaly Starikov
2025 Cliburn Competitor Vitaly Starikov
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Info for Media
Info for Media
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Documentaries
The complete collection of Cliburn Competition documentary films, from the first release in 1977 to 2022's Crescendo.
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Angel Stanislav Wang
2025 Cliburn Competitor Angel Stanislav Wang
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Schedule
The world’s top pianists perform over 18 days, through 4 exhilarating rounds of competition, totaling 27 concerts; with the hopes of winning the gold medal and launching an international career.
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2022 Competition Schedule
2022 Competition Schedule
Our Mission
To advance classical piano music throughout the world. Its international competitions, education programs, and concert series embody an enduring commitment to artistic excellence and the discovery of young artists.
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