JUNIOR COMPETITION
for ages 11-14
June 14-20, 2026
YOUNG ARTISTS COMPETITION
for ages 15-18
June 21-27, 2026
Final Round with Utah Symphony
Every two years, the world’s most promising pianists convene in Salt Lake City for the prestigious Bachauer Competitions to compete for recognition, cash, and prizes. The 2026 edition marks the 50th anniversary of the Bachauer, celebrating five decades of discovering and supporting exceptional young artists.
The Junior and Young Artists Competitions received 316 applications from 28 countries. Over 150 pianists were invited to perform a 30-minute recital during the Preliminary Round, hosted in Hamburg, New York City, Seoul, Shanghai, and Salt Lake City.
Over 50 competitors are now invited to compete in June 2026 for two weeks of performances in Salt Lake City. They will continue their quest for over $60,000 US in prizes and the opportunity to perform in the Final Round in Abravanel Hall with the Utah Symphony.
Watch for competitor profiles and more details to be announced on March 1!
INTERNATIONAL JURY
Douglas Humpherys, Chair
Tanya Bannister
Alvin Chow
Daejin Kim
Alexander Korsantia
Carolyn True
Eleanor Wong
Tickets for the June events in Salt Lake City, including the Final Round with the Utah Symphony, are now on sale.
OPEN YOUR DOORS TO PIANO EXCELLENCE
Do you live in Utah? Do you have a spare room, a grand piano, and a passion for cultural exchange? We invite you to host an international piano competitor in your home! Click on the "Host Home FAQs" link below for more details. Click the "Host a Competitor" link below to begin an application to serve as a Host Home.
