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Maurice Cohn, conductor–artistic partner of the 2027 Cliburn International Competition for Young Pianists

Prize Form for 2025 Cliburn Competitors

Born and raised in St. Petersburg, Russia, pianist Anastasia Markina started playing piano when she was 4 years old and, after winning her first competition, gave her debut public performance at the age of 10. Since then, she has received top prizes from many respected competitions in Europe, Russia, and the United States.

Actor Georgia Fender is happy to be based back in her hometown of Fort Worth after spending several years in New York City. A graduate of the acting program at Oklahoma City University and the Professional Musical Theatre Workshop at Circle in the Square Theatre School, she is excited to be working with the Cliburn after watching her grandmother’s lifelong volunteer efforts on behalf of this incredible organization!

Oscar Verdeal is a Cuban-born pianist, music promoter, and educator. As a pianist, he has won several prizes and recognition, and has performed throughout Mexico, Spain, the United States, and Cuba.

Competitor Guest Host-Home Release Form

Board Recommendation Form

2025 Competition Volunteer Survey

The 2022 Gold Medalist's debut studio album continues to make accolades for the year, with its latest inclusion in The Times of London's prestigious year-end list.

Form for volunteer drivers for the 2025 Cliburn Competition