4th Cliburn International Competition for Young Pianists, US
Dallas ( Texas), US
Deadline: November 17th, 2026
The Fourth Cliburn International Competition for Young Pianists, for artists age 13 to 17, takes place June 10-19, 2027, in Dallas, Texas.
The event will include an in-residence fellowship program, beginning on June 7 on the campus of Southern Methodist University (SMU), consisting of masterclasses, workshops, artist conversations, performance opportunities, and other scheduled activities.
The Cliburn will invite 38 artists to participate as Piano Fellows; from this group, 24 pianists will be selected to compete for prizes.
The Cliburn International Competition for Young Pianists is open to pianists of all nationalities.
Applicants must have been born on or before June 7, 2014, and after June 19, 2009.
Schedule: 3Rounds
Preliminary: 24 pianists
Semifinal Round: 12 pianists
Final Round: 6 Finalists/ concerto movement with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra with conductor Maurice Cohn.
- February 9, 2027 – Piano Fellows announced
- June 7, 2027 – Fellowship program begins
- June 10, 2027 – Competition begins
- June 19, 2027 – Awards Ceremony
- June 20, 2027 – Departure
Registration Fee: $125 USD
