Thank you for your interest in the Birmingham International Piano Competition.
PLEASE NOTE: Applications for 2018 closed on Monday 7th May 2018.
Applications for 2019 will open in February.
About the Competition
The Birmingham International Piano Competition remains committed to the art of the piano recital, and provides young pianists the chance to further their careers and perform in world class venues. More information on the history of the Competition can be found here.
The Prizes
The Competition awards three pianists – one winner and two runners-up – with a monetary prize as follows, as well as a recital engagement at Town Hall, Birmingham for the winner:
PLEASE NOTE: Applications for 2018 closed on Monday 7th May 2018.
Applications for 2019 will open in February.
About the Competition
The Birmingham International Piano Competition remains committed to the art of the piano recital, and provides young pianists the chance to further their careers and perform in world class venues. More information on the history of the Competition can be found here.
The Prizes
The Competition awards three pianists – one winner and two runners-up – with a monetary prize as follows, as well as a recital engagement at Town Hall, Birmingham for the winner:
- First Prize: £3,000 plus a recital engagement at Town Hall, Birmingham
- Second Prize: £2,000
- Third Prize: £1,000
- Audience Prize: £500
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The Jury
This year's competition jury will consist of pianist Ronan O'Hora, pianist Anna Tilbrook, and Head of Artistic Programming at Town Hall Symphony Hall, Richard Hawley. The Format The competition will be held in three rounds as follows, with the Final Round presented 'in the round' with no piano lid (see image on the right):
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 Igor Levit performing 'in the round' at Town Hall, Birmingham (May 2016). Credit: Richard J Baddeley.
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Before submitting your application please ensure you have thoroughly read the information regarding Eligibility, Application Process, and Terms and Conditions below.
Eligibility
The competition is open to applicants of any nationality, but applicants must be:
Application Process
Terms & Conditions
For a full list of Terms and Conditions please see the attached Application Form.
Eligibility
The competition is open to applicants of any nationality, but applicants must be:
- Resident in the UK (at the time of application)
- Aged 18 to 28 (inclusive) on Monday 7 May 2018
Application Process
- Application is by application form only, which can be downloaded from the bottom of this page. The closing date for receipt of applications was Monday 7 May 2018 at 5pm. From the field of applicants a maximum number of 25 entrants will be invited to perform in the First Round. Completed application forms, must reach the Competition Administrator on or before the deadline, and should be sent together with the necessary supporting documentation (see below) to: Competition Administrator, Birmingham International Piano Competition, Symphony Hall, 8 Centenary Square, Birmingham, B1 2EA, or via email to bipcomp@thsh.co.uk. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
- The following supporting documents are required with the application form:
- Copy of a birth certificate or passport confirming the date of birth of the candidate. (Citizenship Cards will not be accepted; photocopies should be sent as opposed to original documents).
- CV including photograph and details of training, awards, prizes, recent concert appearances (if any), and links to any performances available online.
- Two reference letters (typed in English) from musicians of standing, recommending the applicant for participation in the competition, including contact details (phone number and email address) of your referees.
- Entry fee of £35 (non-refundable); this may be submitted by cheque or by online payment. Cheques in pounds sterling should be made payable to Birmingham International Piano Competition and be enclosed with the application form. Online payments should be paid using the following bank account details – account number: 68890068, sort code: 306261.
Terms & Conditions
For a full list of Terms and Conditions please see the attached Application Form.
| 2018 BIPC Application Form (PDF Format) |
| 2018 BIPC Application Form (Word Document Format) |