Sydney International Piano Competition doubles first prize to $100,000 for 2027
The competition has raised every prize for its 50th anniversary edition in July 2027, and applications are open until 15 December.
The Sydney International Piano Competition has raised all of its prizes for its 50th anniversary edition, which runs from 10 to 24 July 2027. First prize is now $100,000, double the $50,000 awarded at the 2023 competition, and comes with performance engagements in Australia and abroad.
Second prize rises to $50,000, up from $25,000 in 2023, and third prize to $25,000, up from $20,000. The competition says many additional prizes will also be given.
Thirty-two pianists will take part, starting at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and finishing at the Sydney Opera House. Video applications close on 15 December 2026 at 11.59pm AEDT and are open to pianists born between 25 July 1991 and 10 July 2009 inclusive.
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