In the final round of the Chopin Competition, pianists will present the Polonaise-Fantasy op. 61 and a piano concerto by Frédéric Chopin, either in e-minor or f-minor, of their choice. They will be supported by the National Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Andrzej Boreyko. The final performances are set to begin on Saturday.
Among the finalists is Polish participant Piotr Alexewicz, alongside Canadian Kevin Chen, Georgian David Khrikuli, Japanese Shiori Kuwahara, Chinese Tianyou Li, American Eric Lu, Chinese Tianyao Lyu, Malaysian Vincent Ong, Japanese Miyu Shindo, Chinese Zitong Wang, and American William Yang.
During the concertos, pianists will demonstrate their abilities in collaboration with the orchestra and conductor.
The final rounds will conclude on Monday evening, when the winner will be announced.
The 19th International Frédéric Chopin Piano Competition will continue until October 23, organized by the National Institute of Frédéric Chopin, with the Polish Press Agency serving as its media partner.
Frédéric Chopin is considered one of Europe’s most significant composers, integral to the cultural heritage of the European Union and the continent. His music, noted for its lyricism, emotional intensity, and technical brilliance, occupies a prominent place in the global classical music repertoire.
Chopin’s compositions are frequently performed in Europe’s leading concert venues, including the Berlin Philharmonic, Musikverein in Vienna, Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, Royal Albert Hall and Barbican Centre in London, Salle Pleyel and Paris Philharmonic in Paris, as well as the National Philharmonic in Warsaw.
Every five years, the International Frédéric Chopin Piano Competition draws attention from across Europe and the world to Warsaw, marking it as one of the most esteemed musical events globally, highlighting remarkable talents and nurturing new generations of interpreters of his music. (17.10.2025)
Leave a Reply