The Stage is set, the keys are polished and the cameras are poised – the Leeds International Piano Competition is back with a resounding flourish in 2024!
Join us for a celebration of unparalleled talent and a glimpse into the future of classical brilliance. Feel the energy, experience the passion and witness The Leeds Semi-finalists compete, hoping to secure their place at the coveted Concerto Finals.
10 pianists will compete in the Semi-finals, which take place over five sessions. Each session will feature two of our competitors who will perform a recital of solo piano music including a 20th/21st century work and chamber music, which sees the pianists collaborate with the dazzling musicians of the Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective.
Kai-Min Chang
PROGRAMME B
Sofia Gubaidulina Chaconne
Johannes Brahms Sonata No.3 in F minor, Op.5
Gabriel Fauré Violin Sonata No.1 in A major, Op.13
Callum Mclachlan
PROGRAMME A
Dmitri Shostakovich Piano Quintet in G minor, Op.57
Thomas Adès Three Mazurkas, Op.27
George Frideric Handel Suite No.5 in E major, HWV 430
Johannes Brahms Variations and Fugue on a Theme by Handel, Op.24
Full details of results, competitors, repertoire, jury and the requirements of the competition can be found on www.leedspiano.com