THE 1ST
CAPE TOWN
INTERNATIONAL
PIANO
COMPETITION
Supported by
6–17 MARCH 2027
We believe that music of this power and beauty belongs as much in communities as in concert halls.
A world class stage at the tip of Africa
Meet our contestants
Our screening jury have selected the 30 participants progressing to the live rounds in Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa
Connect across languages, cultures and time itself
Welcome to Cape Town, one of the world’s most beautiful and iconic cities - moulded by oceans, framed by mountains and alive with cultural fusion.
From grand recital halls to street corners, from a community centre to a beachfront at dusk, cape town itself becomes the stage
Cape Piano Festival offer all participants a meaningful opportunity to captivate new audiences, through an imaginative programme of masterclasses and recitals in non-traditional venues across the City of Cape Town.