Category: Van Cliburn International Piano Competition

War in Ukraine Takes Its Toll on the Tchaikovsky Competition

With Russia a pariah in the West since its invasion of Ukraine, this usually prestigious event is underway with far fewer international participants.
A 19-Year-Old Pianist Electrifies Audiences. But He’s Unimpressed.

Yunchan Lim’s victory at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition last year made him a sensation. He says the attention makes him uneasy.
Best Classical Music Performances of 2022

The New York Times – Music:
The concert world, seemingly back to normal, saw Ukrainian musicians banding together, a new “Ring” at Bayreuth, and the opening of the revamped David Geffen Hall.

War in Ukraine Takes Its Toll on the Tchaikovsky Competition