The Stage is set, the keys are polished and the cameras are poised – the Leeds International Piano Competition is back with a resounding flourish in 2024!
Join us for a celebration of unparalleled talent and a glimpse into the future of classical brilliance. Feel the energy, experience the passion and witness The Leeds Semi-finalists compete, hoping to secure their place at the coveted Concerto Finals.
10 pianists will compete in the Semi-finals, which take place over five sessions. Each session will feature two of our competitors who will perform a recital of solo piano music including a 20th/21st century work and chamber music, which sees the pianists collaborate with the dazzling musicians of the Kaleidoscope Chamber Collective.
Ryan Zhu
PROGRAMME B
György Ligeti Selection from Études: 4. Fanfares; 14. Coloana infinită; 5. Arc-En-Ciel; 6. Automne à Varsovie
Domenico Scarlatti Sonata in G minor, K.8
Domenico Scarlatti Sonata in G major, K.547
Robert Schumann Carnaval, Op.9
Johannes Brahms Cello Sonata in E minor, Op.38
Xuehong Chen
PROGRAMME A
György Ligeti Selection from Études: 4. Fanfares; 2. Cordes à vide; 10. Der Zauberlehrling
Frédéric Chopin Selection from Préludes, Op.28: 13. Lento; 14. Allegro; 15. Sostenuto; 16. Presto con fuoco; 17. Allegretto; 18.
Allegro molto;19. Vivace; 20. Largo; 21. Cantabile; 22. Molto agitato; 23. Moderato; 24. Allegro appassionato
Dmitri Shostakovich Piano Quintet in G minor, Op.57
Full details of results, competitors, repertoire, jury and the requirements of the competition can be found on www.leedspiano.com
