JUNIOR COMPETITION

for ages 11-14

June 14-20, 2026

YOUNG ARTISTS COMPETITION

for ages 15-18

June 21-27, 2026

Final Round with Utah Symphony

APPLICATION DEADLINE

September 15, 2025

Every two years, the world’s most promising pianists gather in Salt Lake City for the prestigious Gina Bachauer International Piano Competitions to compete for prestige, cash, and prizes.

The Junior Piano Competition (ages 11-14) provides opportunities for pianists demonstrating exceptional ability as they continue their musical journeys.

The Young Artists Piano Competition (ages 15-18) opens the doors of possibilities beyond their preparatory years.

Over $60,000 in Prizes

Open Repertory

PRELIMINARY ROUNDS

Hamburg

New York City

Shanghai

Seoul

Salt Lake City

INTERNATIONAL JURY

Tanya Bannister

Alvin Chow

Douglas Humpherys

Daejin Kim

Alexander Korsantia

Carolyn True

Eleanor Wong