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Mark your calendars for this prestigious piano competition

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2022 Competition Silver Medalist Anna Geniushene

In front of warm Fort Worth audiences, fans around the world watching online, and an outstanding jury chaired by Paul Lewis, performers will compete across four rounds.

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One of the most prestigious contests in classical music, the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, returns to Fort Worth May 21–June 7.

Out of 340 applicants from 45 countries, 30 elite pianists will compete across four intense rounds of performance, including with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra.

With $2 million in prizes and career-launching support on the line, this is a global showcase of extraordinary talent you won’t want to miss. Pro tip: Tickets are selling fast, so secure your spot before it sells out.

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