An international piano contest dedicated to contemporary music

Marianne Abrahamyan, © Victor Tribot Laspière/France Musique

Marianne Abrahamyan, © Victor Tribot Laspière/France Musique

Do you know the International Piano Contest in Orleans? It is dedicated to contemporary music, and the jury’s criteria goes beyond the quality of execution: musicians must make the audience feel their passion for contemporary music. This is a big challenge! In the first round, pianists perform at least one piece composed after 1900. According to the artistic director, 31 pieces were written and heard for the first time during the 22nd season of the competition. To learn more, click here!  

 

 

 

Article:http://www.francemusique.fr/emission/le-dossier-du-jour/2015-2016/le-concours-international-de-piano-d-orleans-02-26-2016-07-10    
Source : France Musique     
Date : 26/02/16   

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