Alexander Zhou (8), USA
Johann Sebastian Bach: Italian Concerto in F major, BWV 971, III. Presto
PRIZE MONEY € 40,000
Our values in the code of ethics
INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION TAUNUS e. V.
Non-profit association - we promote young talent
Welcome to the "3rd International Piano Competition for Young Pianists Kronberg" from 02.04 - 04.04.2027!
Every two years, the non-profit association "International Piano Competition Taunus e. V." invites young pianists of all nations between the ages of 6 and 19 to the highly acclaimed, in its acoustics and aesthetics unique Casals Forum Kronberg, unique in its acoustics and aesthetics.
Participants can look forward to prize money totaling over €40,000, a distinguished jury, and valuable special prizes such as follow-up concerts, scholarships, masterclasses, professional audio and video production, and much more—all designed to focus on musical and pianistic development. Seven age groups, each comprising two age cohorts, ensure the greatest possible support, so that even the ganz artists are not left out. (>> to the 2025 competition)
The registered participants qualify for the competition through a digital preliminary round via video selection. In 2025, 66 young pianists from 204 applicants from 37 countries were admitted.
We are very pleased that Minister President Boris Rhein and Mayor Dr. Blasch are taking on the patronage of our competition.
What makes the Kronberg International Piano Competition for Children and Young People so special?
Since its first edition in 2023, the competition has been characterized by high quality, professionalism, excellent organization and personal atmosphere.
Trust, respectful communication, transparency and responsibility are very important to us, which is why we have set out our values in our code of ethics and have joined the Transparent Civil Society Initiative initiative.
Outstanding C. Bechstein grand pianos, the livestreamed prizewinners' concert in the large chamber music hall and the attentive and cordial support make the three days of the competition an experience. The auditions in the Carl Bechstein Hall are free and open to the public.
An exciting and free supporting program with high-class workshops in body percussion and much more invites you to exchange ideas and make music together.
From the very beginning, our piano competition has been a member of the Alink-Argerich-Foundation.
Through this competition, our association is committed to the long-term support of highly talented pianists, to promoting cultural participation regardless of social background, and to fostering intercultural dialogue.
Music connects people of all cultures - with the internationality of our competition, we are committed to art, culture and lively exchange across all borders!
"The power of music enables a unifying mission that no other language is prepared to achieve on this scale. My small part in this is my ten fingers, my head, my heart and the black and white keys."
Rudolf Buchbinder
We are looking forward to the third edition of our competition on April 02-04, 2027 and especially to you, dear pianists!
We wish you every success!
Your
International Piano Competition Taunus e. V.
