2nd contest of young pianists to be held in Astana in May 2014

Again, the organizers of the contest are "Accordi di Astana" social fund with the support of Astana city administration. Denis Matsuev, an honoured artist of Russia is the Art Director and an honored jury member of the contest.
Application filing starts early next year. So, young pianists will have more time to work on their performance program. Meanwhile the organizers would like to advise that considering 2013 experience the contest program will be slightly changed.
The main purpose of the event is to support young talents at the early stage of their creative path and also international exchange of performance techniques and strengthening of Kazakhstani piano school. Besides, contest of young pianists in Astana promotes classic music amongst young people which is critical for cultural education of young generation.