The 2023 Scottish International Piano Competition was held in Glasgow, UK, from 1st to 10th September. Congratulations to First Prize Winner Jonathan Mamora!
π₯ A huge thank you to the Alink-Argerich Foundation and @pianocleveland for hosting the AAF 2024 Conference last week, providing a wonderful opportunity to connect with new friends and colleagues from around the globe to discuss the running of international piano competitions.
πΉ We've just enjoyed a fantastic day at SIYPC! π
Senior Division:
π₯ Senan Sheridan
π₯ Yazdi Madon
π₯ Marii Heleen Matesen
Junior Division:
π₯ Theodore Filippopoulos
π₯ Grace Bai
π₯ Gia Kim
Congratulations to all the participants, and hope to see you again in 2025! π
ποΈ Free tickets are now available at the link for the Scottish International Youth Piano Competition on 26th July 2024, held in conjunction with @RCStweets πΉ
https://t.co/KvwN1XeWZr
π£ We're so pleased to announce four exceptional board members who will be joining the team, bringing expertise in management, education, outreach, finance, fundraising, and artistic excellence. π
L to R: Alistair Mackie; Amanda MacLeod; David Robinson; Antonina Suhanova
πΆ Thrilled that our Artistic Director, Professor Aaron Shorr, has been appointed Director of Music at the prestigious @RCStweets. This is a momentous achievement and a testament to Prof. Shorr's unparalleled expertise and dedication to music education π
https://t.co/p8hbGMYCiN
π¬ On TV tonight! See 2019 SIYPC winner Ethan Loch on BBC, and don't miss him as soloist in his Piano Concerto, April 21st at @RCStweets w/ EDI Symphony Orchestra, conducted by @hiewtzejia! Tix: https://t.co/LZeSK2sZXi. His journey's also on iPlayer: https://t.co/RyPNNKoYWL. πΊ
ποΈ Dive into the world of classical music in this podcast episode featuring our great friend, pianist Fali Pavri πΉ
π§ Hear about his experiences touring with Rostropovich, encounters with Horowitz, and insights on conservatoires and competitions πΆ https://t.co/zOT4mt8oCP
πΉ Calling young pianists (12-17)! Join the Scottish International Youth Piano Competition at @RCStweets on July 26th 2024! Showcase your skills & win cash prizes and a prestigious concert at @WestbourneMusic! Full details: https://t.co/cBG6WXyzod π΄σ §σ ’σ ³σ £σ ΄σ Ώ
πΉ We're gearing up for our 40th-anniversary competition in 2026 and seeking dynamic individuals with diverse skills to shape our future π΄σ §σ ’σ ³σ £σ ΄σ Ώ. Be part of our innovative plans πΆ. Apply at https://t.co/3ul57bG7Qm π
ππΆπΉ Congratulations to our 2019 Scottish International Youth Piano Competition winner, Ethan Loch! He's now making waves across the pond, showcasing his incredible talent to the world. ππΊπΈβοΈ
Congratulations to BMus2 student Ethan Loch who won Silver medal, Best Polonaise and the Audience Prize at the Nashville International Chopin Piano Competition. Fantastic news!ππ₯³
π΄σ §σ ’σ ³σ £σ ΄σ Ώ We can hardly believe it's been a week since the final! πΉ
π Thank you to everyone who came out to support the competition, and to all of our generous donors for making it possible. π
πΈ Here are a few more favourite snaps by our expert photographer Robbie McFadzean! πΆ
π Jonathan Mamora also clinched the coveted prize for the Best performance of the Compulsory Work! Relive his extraordinary rendition of Carnival and Toll from David ΓnaΓ§'s Five Γtudes once more by clicking the link below:
πΆ Watch it here: https://t.co/Yj9mKSQYQD
βοΈ We're still on cloud nine after yesterday's enthralling final! Take a look at this fantastic shot by our official photographer, Robbie McFadzean, showcasing Jonathan Mamora in the middle of his Rachmaninoff performance. πΈ
π€ It's a pleasure to introduce Neil Sutcliffe as our Presenter for the final! π
βIβm delighted to have been asked to host the final this year. Pianists, warm-up your fingers β listeners, warm-up yer lugs!β
Let's give a warm welcome to our wonderful conductor for the final performances, David Niemann, who is celebrating his 33rd birthday today! ππΆ We think it's a fantastic way to spend it! π₯³