International Chopin Piano Competition

A piano competition held in Warsaw, Poland, centered on performances of music by Frédéric Chopin. Founded in 1927, it is one of the oldest and most prominent piano competitions.

Competition rounds: Stages in a contest through which entrants perform and are evaluated. Contestants progress through successive performance stages before the final.
Jerzy Żurawlew: A Polish pianist and teacher who initiated the International Chopin Piano Competition. Żurawlew proposed the contest to renew interest in Chopin’s music and piano performance.
Martha Argerich: An Argentine pianist who won first prize at the 1965 International Chopin Piano Competition. Her victory launched a career that made her one of the competition’s best-known laureates.
International classical music competitions: Contests that evaluate classical musicians from different countries and award prizes or career opportunities. The Chopin Competition is among the best-known events in this international circuit.
Chopin repertoire: The body of works composed by Frédéric Chopin for piano and other instruments. The competition’s repertoire centers on Chopin’s compositions, with requirements varying by edition.
1927 International Chopin Piano Competition: The inaugural edition of the Warsaw competition, held in 1927. Its first edition established the event’s Chopin-focused format.
Maurizio Pollini: An Italian pianist who won first prize at the 1960 International Chopin Piano Competition. His win established an early landmark in the competition’s postwar history.
Piano career: A professional path centered on performing, teaching, or recording piano music. A strong result can bring concert engagements, recording opportunities, and wider recognition.
Piano jury: A panel of musicians and experts that evaluates piano performances. Jury members score performances and determine which competitors advance or receive prizes.
Warsaw: The capital and largest city of Poland, situated on the Vistula River. The competition has been based in Warsaw, where its performances connect Chopin with Polish cultural identity.

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