Under the leadership of Garrick Ohlsson, the jury of the 19th International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition selected 11 pianists for the highly anticipated final stage. Poland’s Piotr Alexewicz carries the nation’s hopes as the sole local performer to qualify.
The classical music world now knows the finalists competing in Warsaw’s most distinguished musical event. Since its founding in 1927, the competition has stood as one of the oldest and most revered contests for pianists, dedicated entirely to celebrating Fryderyk Chopin’s masterpieces.
Global Talents Prepare for the Final Stage
Alongside Alexewicz, the finalists include Kevin Chen (Canada), David Khrikuli (Georgia), Shiori Kuwahara (Japan), Tianyou Li (China), Eric Lu (United States), Tianyao Lyu (China), Vincent Ong (Malaysia), Miyu Shindo (Japan), Zitong Wang (China), and William Yang (United States).
Each finalist will perform Chopin’s Polonaise-Fantaisie, Op. 61, followed by a piano concerto in E minor, Op. 11, or F minor, Op. 21. The performances will feature accompaniment from the National Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Andrzej Boreyka.
The final round will take place from October 18 to 20, with sessions beginning at 6 p.m. each evening in Warsaw.
Prestigious Award Awaits the Next Master of Chopin
The first-place winner will earn €60,000 and a gold medal, marking their name among the most celebrated interpreters of Chopin’s music.
This year’s finalists will compete for more than a prize — they will vie for a place in piano history.
As the final performances approach, music lovers worldwide eagerly await the moment one artist claims the stage and embodies the spirit of Chopin’s enduring legacy.
