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2025 Cliburn Competitor Philipp Lynov

The Cliburn announces the launch of a major new program: the Cliburn International Competition for Conductors, open to 21- to 35-year-old conductors. Taking place in June 2028 in Houston, Texas, in partnership with the Houston Symphony and the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University, it will be the first major international conducting competition in North America.

2025 Cliburn Competitor Angel Stanislav Wang

Young Professionals Events

2025 Cliburn Competitor Carter Johnson

American violinist Stella Chen and pianist Gilles Vonsattel make a Cliburn Concerts debut that is sure to impress.

Cliburn Social is an all-ages, specially curated, classical experience of cool performances paired with opportunities to hang out, learn more about classical music + make new friends.

Videos from the 2025 Cliburn Preliminary Round Day 1

Contact The Cliburn for general inquiries and access the staff directory.

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