Queen Elisabeth Competition 2025: piano

One of the most demanding and also one of the most widely publicised international competitions, the Queen Elisabeth Competition, ever since its creation in 1937, has established itself as a springboard for young violinists, pianists, singers, and cellists on the threshold of an international career. Steadfastly committed to the project initiated by Eugène Ysaÿe and Queen Elisabeth, the Queen Elisabeth Competition seeks to discover complete artists; it owes its reputation to a prestigious jury, strict rules, and unparalleled media coverage, as well as to the friendly and enthusiastic hospitality offered by an entire country and its Royal Family.

The Piano Competition is making a triumphant return in 2025. The last piano edition, originally scheduled for 2020, had to be postponed to 2021 due to the pandemic. While the competition proceeded without a live audience in the concert halls, the magic of the performances was felt only through screens. The 2025 session promises to deliver breathtaking performances in the live presence of an enthusiastic audience that has been eagerly waiting for four years.

At Flagey, the first round will take place from Monday 5 to Saturday 10 May (sessions at 3 pm and 8 pm), and the semi-final from Monday 12 to Saturday 17 May (sessions at 3 pm and 8 pm). On Wednesday 4 and Thursday 5 June, the unranked laureates will perform one last time in Studio 4.

Subscriptions will be available as from Tuesday 4 February and tickets as from Tuesday 18 February 2025.

05.05 > 10.05.25 : First round
12.05 > 17.05.25 : Semi-final

More information: queenelisabethcompetition.be