Winner of the 2008 Sydney International Piano Competition

Enjoy an evening of superb music presented by one of the worlds most exciting and gifted pianists performing repertoire from the great masters. The winner of the 2008 Sydney International Piano Competition will be announced at the Sydney Opera House on Saturday 2 August and Perth audiences have the unique opportunity to hear the latest sensation in the music world only days later at the Perth Concert Hall on Wednesday 13 August. The 2008 Sydney International Piano Competition is one of the world’s most prestigious competitions for up-and-coming young pianists aged between 17 and 30 years. Former participants and winners rank among the world’s most accomplished and sought after pianists both individually and as soloists with orchestras throughout the world. Thirty six pianists are finally selected from auditions and invited to participate. The Judges’ winner is presented with prize money, a recording contract and a celebratory national and international recital concert tour. Follow the action as all stages of the competition will be broadcast live on ABC Classic FM from 16 July to 2 August 2008. Full program details available in Limelight magazine and ABC Classic FM’s website