Pacific Stars International Piano Competition and Festival

Pacific Stars International Piano Competition and Festival Pacific Stars IPC is supported by Alink-Argerich Foundation (AAF). Winners receives worldwide performance opportunities and cash prizes over $10,000! Verlag!

Only competition that sponsored by Henle G. The 2023 Pacific Stars International Piano Competition is just around the corner, and we couldn't be more excited! This prestigious event is supported by the Alink-Argerich Foundation and welcomes participants of all ages and backgrounds from around the world. We are honored to have these prestigious professors as our jury this year!

* Matti Raekallio (Finland) - Chairman of Jury
* Jerome Lowenthal (United States)
* Christopher Elton (UK)
* Awadagin Pratt (United States)
* Lydia Artymiw (United States)
* Daniel Shapiro (United States)
* Yameng Huang (China)

Last year, we had over 300 applications and the winners received invitations to perform in the U.S. and China. With such a distinguished panel of judges, you can be sure that your performance will be evaluated with the utmost care and attention. Plus, with over $10,000 in prizes and international performance opportunities up for grabs, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. Whether you choose to participate in the in-person competition, which will be held from June 24-25, with a deadline of June 1st, or the online competition with a deadline of July 1st. Don't wait any longer to expand your musical horizons and support your career path through various international performance opportunities. Apply today and share your musical talent with us at the 2023 Pacific Stars International Piano Competition! https://www.pacificstars.org/

🎹 2026 PACIFIC STARS WINNERS’ RECITAL🌟 OPEN TO EVERYONE — ALL AGES & ALL LEVELS WELCOME!You do NOT need to be a Pacific ...
09/16/2026

🎹 2026 PACIFIC STARS WINNERS’ RECITAL

🌟 OPEN TO EVERYONE — ALL AGES & ALL LEVELS WELCOME!

You do NOT need to be a Pacific Stars award winner to participate!

Pianists of all ages, levels, and backgrounds are warmly invited to perform on a professional concert stage and celebrate the joy of music together.

🏆 Pacific Stars Winners & Non-Winners Welcome
🎹 No Age Limit • No Level Requirement

✨ EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

🎹 Steinway & Sons 9-Foot Model D Concert Grand Piano
🏆 Featuring the 2026 Pacific Stars Grand Prize Winner
🎉 Empire Music Academy 7th Anniversary Concert
🏛️ Professional Concert Venue — William H. Feddersen Recital Hall, Mt. SAC
🏆 Trophy & Official Certificate for Every Performer
📸 Professional Event Photography

📅 EVENT INFORMATION

Saturday, December 12, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM

William H. Feddersen Recital Hall
Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC)
1100 N. Grand Ave., Walnut, CA 91789

📝 REGISTRATION

Deadline: November 1, 2026
Participation Fee: $140 / person
Observer Pass: $20 / person
Non-refundable

🔗 REGISTER NOW
https://www.pacificstars.org/winnersrecitalregistration

🎹 2026 PSIPC | A Year of Extraordinary MusicianshipCelebrating Excellence. Upholding Standards. Inspiring the Next Gener...
08/29/2026

🎹 2026 PSIPC | A Year of Extraordinary Musicianship

Celebrating Excellence. Upholding Standards. Inspiring the Next Generation.

The 2026 Pacific Stars International Piano Competition has come to an extraordinary conclusion.

We extend our deepest appreciation to our distinguished international jury, led by renowned pianist and educator Lydia Artymiw, for bringing exceptional artistry, experience, integrity, and rigorous standards to this year’s evaluation.

The level of musicianship in 2026 was truly remarkable. With more than 1,000 applicants from 50 countries and regions, the competition showcased an outstanding depth of talent and an increasingly sophisticated level of artistry.

PSIPC remains committed to high international standards, rigorous evaluation, and artistic integrity. Our highly selective results reflect the exceptional level of this year’s participants and our commitment to recognizing genuine musical excellence.

Congratulations to all our winners and participants. Your dedication, artistry, and passion continue to raise the standard of the Pacific Stars International Piano Competition.

🎹 APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED 🎹2026 Pacific Stars International Piano Competition – Online CompetitionWe are excited t...
08/01/2026

🎹 APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED 🎹
2026 Pacific Stars International Piano Competition – Online Competition

We are excited to announce that the application deadline has been extended to August 10, 2026 (11:59 PM PST)!

Due to the overwhelming response from pianists around the world and numerous requests for additional preparation time, we are pleased to offer one final opportunity to join the 2026 Pacific Stars Online Competition.

🌟 Why Pacific Stars?
🏆 Alink-Argerich Foundation Recognized Competition
🎓 Scholarships & Cash Awards
🌍 International Performance Opportunities
🎹 Invitation Opportunities to the Pacific Stars Winners’ Recital in Los Angeles (December 12, 2026)
👨‍⚖️ Evaluation by an outstanding international jury
🎼 Open to talented pianists from around the world

Whether you participated in our Live Competition this year or were unable to attend, the Online Competition offers another opportunity to share your artistry, receive professional recognition, and become part of the growing Pacific Stars international community.

📅 Extended Deadline: August 10, 2026 (11:59 PM PST)

📝 Apply Now:�https://www.pacificstars.org/onlineapplication

🎹 APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED 🎹2026 Pacific Stars International Piano Competition – Online CompetitionWe are excited t...
08/01/2026

🎹 APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED 🎹
2026 Pacific Stars International Piano Competition – Online Competition

We are excited to announce that the application deadline has been extended to August 10, 2026 (11:59 PM PST)!

Due to the overwhelming response from pianists around the world and numerous requests for additional preparation time, we are pleased to offer one final opportunity to join the 2026 Pacific Stars Online Competition.

🌟 Why Pacific Stars?
🏆 Alink-Argerich Foundation Recognized Competition
🎓 Scholarships & Cash Awards
🌍 International Performance Opportunities
🎹 Invitation Opportunities to the Pacific Stars Winners' Recital in Los Angeles (December 12, 2026)
👨‍⚖️ Evaluation by an outstanding international jury
🎼 Open to talented pianists from around the world

Whether you participated in our Live Competition this year or were unable to attend, the Online Competition offers another opportunity to share your artistry, receive professional recognition, and become part of the growing Pacific Stars international community.

📅 Extended Deadline: August 10, 2026 (11:59 PM PST)

📝 Apply Now:�https://www.pacificstars.org/onlineapplication

The 2026 Pacific Stars International Piano Competition Finals and Winners Concert have just come to an end. I am finally...
06/15/2026

The 2026 Pacific Stars International Piano Competition Finals and Winners Concert have just come to an end. I am finally back home late at late night—physically exhausted, but deeply fulfilled and moved.

When I founded Pacific Stars five years ago, I held onto one simple belief: a competition should not exist to produce more winners, but to create a space where excellence can truly meet excellence.

Los Angeles is never short of piano competitions. In fact, many of the students who reached our finals this year would be strong first-prize winners in most other competitions. But I always tell my students that true growth does not come from collecting titles—it comes from stepping onto a higher-level stage, facing stronger peers, listening to better performances, and honestly recognizing the distance between where we are and true artistic excellence.

This year, outstanding young musicians from five U.S. regional divisions, as well as our international division, gathered in California. Over two days and nearly twenty hours of competition, there were countless unforgettable moments. The focus, discipline, and respect these young musicians showed toward music and the stage reaffirmed my belief in the true value of music education.

Competitions eventually end, but growth does not.

I would like to sincerely thank our distinguished jury members for their professionalism and dedication, our staff for their tireless work behind the scenes, and all teachers and parents for their long-term support and guidance. Every student who stepped onto the finals stage stands on years of consistent effort and commitment.

Special congratulations to the winners from the final round. The official competition results have now been published on Pacific Stars website:

https://www.pacificstars.org/livecompetitionwinners

And congratulations to every finalist. Reaching this stage is already a testament to both talent and courage.

This has always been the core belief behind Pacific Stars.

🎹 Pacific Stars International Piano Competition 2026 National Finals This Weekend!Join us for an inspiring weekend of mu...
06/13/2026

🎹 Pacific Stars International Piano Competition 2026 National Finals This Weekend!

Join us for an inspiring weekend of music and excellence at the 2026 Pacific Stars International Piano Competition Final Round, taking place at the renowned Bob Cole Conservatory of Music, California State University, Long Beach.

Outstanding young pianists from various divisions will showcase their artistry before an internationally distinguished jury of concert pianists, professors, and competition experts. This prestigious event provides a unique opportunity to experience world-class performances and gain insight into international piano competition standards.

🎼 Why Attend?
✨ Watch exceptional young pianists perform live
✨ Learn from internationally acclaimed judges
✨ Experience the excitement of a major piano competition
✨ Discover emerging musical talents
✨ Be inspired by the next generation of artists

On the evening of June 14, audiences are also invited to the 2026 Pacific Stars Gala Concert & Winners Recital, featuring internationally acclaimed pianist Jonathan Mamora alongside First Prize Winners from each division.

📅 Dates: June 13–14, 2026
📍 Venue: Bob Cole Conservatory of Music, California State University Long Beach (CSULB)
🎟 Free Admission | Open to the Public

We warmly welcome students, teachers, parents, and music lovers to attend, observe, and celebrate musical excellence.

04/20/2026

Judging at the 2026 Pacific Stars in Seattle these past days, I’ve been truly impressed by the level of the young talents. An 8-year-old winner performed Chopin’s “Ocean” Étude with stunning technique and maturity ✨

All five regions this year are incredibly competitive—the level just keeps rising. The LA Grand Finals this June will definitely be a “clash of titans” 🔥 Looking forward to seeing everyone again!

The 5th Pacific Stars San Diego Regional is complete!Thanks to our distinguished judges Dr. Hyun-Jeong Ahn, Prof. Kravch...
04/01/2026

The 5th Pacific Stars San Diego Regional is complete!
Thanks to our distinguished judges Dr. Hyun-Jeong Ahn, Prof. Kravchenko, and Prof. Grigorian for their expert feedback, and to all our hardworking staff!
The contestants today were truly outstanding—so impressive✨.

Next, we’re heading to Seattle, Washington D.C., and San Francisco to enjoy more amazing talent.
See you all in Los Angeles for the Final Round in June!

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