1st Murdock International Piano Competition, US

Eugene (Oregon), US

Deadline: June 1st, 2026

The Murdock International Piano Competition is the first professional-level piano competition to be held in the state of Oregon.

PIANIST and Composers

Open to pianists of all nationalities, born between October 8, 1994 – October 8, 2008 (18-32 years old).

Schedule: 3Rounds

• Selection Round (online)

• Semifinal Round – 8 pianists/In-Person/ Beall Concert Hall, University of Oregon

• Final Round – 3 pianists/In-Person/ Beall Concert Hall, University of Oregon

Application Fee: $150

Prizes:

1st Prize
Amount: $7,000
Performance Opportunities

2nd Prize
Amount: $4,000

3rd Prize
Amount: $2,000

Solo Piano Composition Award
Amount: $1,500

Special Prize: Audience Award
Amount: $500
Performance Opportunity

Special Prize: Best Performance of Award Composition Work
Amount: $500

Advancement Award
Amount: $500