2025 MostArts Festival presents the Young Pianist Competition Finalists
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Eight high school students from across the U.S. have been chosen for the 2025 Young Pianist Competition, hosted by the MostArts Festival, which be held on the Alfred University campus from July 13-19. Their performances include Solo Recitals on Wed. afternoon, July 16 and with the International Festival Orchestra under the direction of Steven Thomas Thursday and Friday nights.
Don’t miss a moment of the excitement as you watch these talented young pianists compete for a $10,000 Grand Prize and a chance to return to performing in the Opening Gala Concert of 2026.
Sorry: Children under 8 years old are not permitted in the audience
Young Pianist Competition – Tickets Required
7:30 p.m., Miller Theater
Featuring: Young Pianist Competition finalists and the MostArts Festival Orchestra
Conducted by: Steven Thomas
Competition Program for Friday evening include the 2nd and 3rd movements of a Mozart Concerto
- Sophia Suwiryo, 16 years old from Mason, Ohio
- Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor
- Caroline Su, 16 years old from McLean, Virginia
- Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 15 in B flat major
- Alexander Liu, 13 years old from Short Hills, New Jersey
- Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 23 in A major
- Nathan Zhao, 18 years old from Bothell, Washington
- Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor
Sorry: Children under 8 years old are not permitted in the audience
