2025 Ocean Music
International Piano Competition
This year’s competition brought together nearly 150 pianists from more than 10 countries and regions, each demonstrating exceptional technical mastery and heartfelt musical expression. Our esteemed juries were deeply impressed by the artistic depth, musicianship, and stage presence displayed by all participants. We extend our sincere admiration to every pianist for their dedication and artistry.
Winners
We are delighted to present the winners of the Virtual Category of the 2025 Ocean Music International Piano Competition!
We are delighted to present the winners of the Live Category of the 2025 Ocean Music International Piano Competition!
We are delighted to present the Artist Teacher of Distinction Award, to the teachers of the First Prize Winners and Grand Prize Winners!
Virtual Concerto Category
Virtual Solo Category
Live Concerto Category
Live Solo Category
Important Dates
October 10-13
Live in New York City and Virtual
Concerto and Solo Categories, Multiple Age Groups
Cash Prizes of more than $10,000
Final Round and Award Ceremony in Merkin Concert Hall, New York
Prestigious Jury Members
Future Engagements of Concerto Performances and Solo Recitals
Full Scholarship to Participate in the 2026 Ocean Music Summer Academy
Member of the Alink-Argerich Foundation
Multiple age groups, open to pianists of any nationality ages 35 and under
Apply for multiple categories (any combination of live and virtual, concerto and solo),
separate prizes and future engagements for each category
August 25, 2025: Early Bird application submission deadline
September 25, 2025: Application submission deadline for Live Categories
October 10-12, 2025: Preliminary Round
October 12-13, 2025: Final Round
October 13, 2025: Award Ceremony and announcement of results
Important Dates
August 25, 2025: Early Bird application submission deadline
October 1, 2025: Application submission deadline for Virtual Categories
October 10-12, 2025: Preliminary Round
October 12-13, 2025: Final Round
October 13, 2025: Award Ceremony and announcement of results
If you are unable to apply using the Google Form, you may email the completed PDF version of the application form to info@OceanMusicFoundation.org
** By submitting your application, you agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the Ocean Music International Piano Competition. The Ocean Music International Piano Competition reserves the right to make changes if circumstances dictate. You also agree to allow the Ocean Music Foundation to use any part of your submitted application for archival and future publicity purposes.
The deadline to submit applications for Live Categories has been extended to
September 25.
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