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Explore the various elements of the Competition including the rounds and repertoire, prizes, artwork, commissioned work, and artistic collaborators.

Meet the thirty competitors from around the globe who will compete for gold.

Purchase your tickets online.

Information about local hotels, transportation, dining, and other fun stuff to do in Fort Worth.

Watch live broadcasts of performances, interview segments, and awards ceremonies over the course of the Competition.

Enhance your competition experience with these free events.

Learn about the history of the Foundation, how it came to be, and momentous events throughout the years.

Cliburn Winners

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Information on artists, booking engagements, and downloadable press kits.

Learn more about each of the current winners through in-depth profile pages, photos, and audio-video samples.

Follow the winners on their concert tours around the globe. Coming soon to a venue near you.

Read about previous winners and discover where they are now.

Amateur Competition

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Information about the Amateur Competition, the structure, rounds, and how it came to be.

Vote, compete, and participate in the third Cliburn Amateur Piano Video Contest.

View the ticket options and on-sale dates, and purchase your tickets online.

Learn about the prizes awarded during the Amateur Competition.

Everything applicants need to know including rules, repertoire, eligibility, and the application.

Relive past competitions by browsing our extensive online database of Amateur competition archives.

Cliburn Concerts

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View the ticket options and on-sale dates, and purchase your tickets online.

Maps, directions, and information about Cliburn Concerts venues.

Arrive early and enhance your concert experience by attending these free lectures offered before performances at Bass Hall.

Attend free community concerts featuring Cliburn winners as they perform recitals in venues across North Texas.

Education

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Explore our interactive music education program for elementary students including program information, teachers' guides, participating schools, artists, and sponsors.

Information about our piano lessons program, current sponsors, and participating schools.

Learn how students can get involved and participate in the Cliburn Competition.

Arrive early and enhance your concert experience by attending these free lectures offered before performances at Bass Hall.

Meet our sponsors who help us to share the beauty of music with new audiences.

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A biography of Van Cliburn's life and career.

Brief highlights of Van Cliburn's professional career.

50 years after his historic 1958 victory at the first International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow, Van Cliburn remains a cultural icon and international hero.

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Discover various ways you can support the Cliburn.

Discover opportunities for corporations and foundations to support the Cliburn.

Benefits you receive when you donate $75 or more.

Hear stories from our donors on why they choose to donate to the Cliburn.

Your contribution helps the Cliburn share the joy of music with the world. Learn what we're able to accomplish with your support.

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Learn about Cliburn 180º, what we do, and how it came to be.

Discover the various benefits of joining Cliburn 180º.

Discover how the Cliburn 180ºs give back.

Mark your calendars and stay up-to-date on upcoming Cliburn 180º events.

Meet the planning committee that organizes all of the events for the 180ºs.

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Our tradition of volunteerism dates back to our founding. Discover what it's like to volunteer at the Cliburn.

An overview of the structure of our 1,200 + volunteer force.

Read fascinating stories from volunteers about their experiences at the Cliburn. Then take a few minutes to share a story of your own!

Meet the volunteers that have been recognized over the years for their dedicated service to the Cliburn.

Want to become a Cliburn volunteer? Let us know!

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View the latest press releases from the Cliburn.

Download and view Cliburn News, our semi-annual newsletter that highlights Cliburn programs and events.

Browse our various photo galleries and download high resolution images.

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Discover how the Cliburn fulfills its mission through its various programs.

Learn about the history of the Cliburn.

Join us as we celebrate 50 years of the Cliburn in 2012 and learn how you can participate in the special activities planned for this golden year.

Follow the progress as the board of directors devolps a new strategic plan for the Cliburn.

View our events list, mark your calendars, and stay up-to-date with various happenings at the Cliburn.

Meet the Cliburn staff.

Job opportunities at the Cliburn.

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Amateur Competition

Kristin Anderson named winner of the Cliburn Amateur Piano Video Contest

Kristin Anderson has won the 2012 Cliburn Amateur Piano Video Contest with the most online votes, assuring her a berth in the seventh International Piano Competition for Outstanding Amateurs.

Amateur Competition winners perform special recital

In honor of its yearlong 50th Anniversary celebration, the Cliburn hosted a special free concert featuring Amateur Competition winners Michael Hawley (2002), Drew Mays (2007), Christopher Shih (2011), and Clark Griffith (2011).

About the Amateur Competition

Established in 1999 and a now quadrennial event, the International Piano Competition for Outstanding Amateurs™ was the first of its kind in the United States and celebrates the importance of music-making as a vital part of daily life.

Thinking of competing?

The next Amateur Competition will be held in May 2015. Read all of the information you need to begin preparing now--from eligibility to repertoire.

Our Amateur Winners

Amateur winners have included lawyers, homemakers, physicians, computer programmers, and a numismatist. Read all about the winners of the first six competitions here!

2011 Amateur Competition Jury

The jury for the sixth Amateur Competition was chaired by John Giordano, chairman of the jury for the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition and former music director of the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra.

2011 Amateur Competition Press Jury

The press jury for the sixth International Piano Competition for Outstanding Amateurs™ was chaired by Doug McLennan. Other members included some of the nation's foremost music critics. Read all about it here.