Agnesi

International Music Competition

 

PianoInterpretationRegulation

PianoInterpretation

Regulation

Article 1: Competition Objective

The “Agnesi” International Piano Interpretation Competition is open to pianists born in 1989 or later.

Its aim is to promote international pianistic excellence, enhance the musical repertoire of all eras, and stimulate the professional growth of participants.

 

Article 2: Competition Dates and Venue
    • Online Preselections: Materials must be submitted by October, 30 2025.
    • Semifinal and Final Rounds: 20–22 November 2025 at Villa Borromeo, Arcore (MB), Italy

 

Article 3: Categories

The competition has a single category for pianists born in 1989 or later.

 

Article 4: Selection and Competition Phases

The competition comprises three phases:

  • Online Preselection: Applicants must submit an audio-video recording of two significant piano compositions of their choice, with a maximum total duration of 18 minutes.
  • In-Person Rounds: Candidates who pass the online preselection with a minimum score of 89/100, as determined by the jury, will be invited to the Semifinal round at Villa Borromeo D’Adda in Arcore (MB).

 

SEMIFINAL PROGRAM:  
        1. One sonata by Domenico Scarlatti (of the participant’s choice).  
        2. One Prelude and Fugue from J.S. Bach’s “The Well-Tempered Clavier” (of the participant’s choice).
        3. One étude by a 19th or 20th-century composer.
        4. One movement from a sonata by Mozart, Clementi, Haydn, or Beethoven.
        5. One composition from the 19th or 20th century.

 

Total duration: 30 minutes

 
FINAL ROUND:  

Participants who achieve a minimum score of 96/100 in the Semifinal will advance to the Final round, also held at Villa Borromeo D’Adda in Arcore (MB).

 

Final Program:  

A repertoire of the participant’s choice, consisting of:

  • One piece from the classical or romantic piano repertoire
  • One or more compositions by 20th-century or contemporary composers  

Total duration: 40 minutes

 

Note: Participants are encouraged to present a program that showcases their artistic personality and interpretative skills. Pieces performed in earlier rounds may not be repeated.

Article 5: Jury

The jury will comprise distinguished figures from the international music scene, including:  

  • Renowned pianists  
  • Conservatory directors  
  • Contemporary composers  
  • Music critics  

The jury will evaluate performances based on interpretative quality, originality, pianistic technique, and adherence to the repertoire.

 

All jury decisions are final and unappealable.

 

Article 6: Participation Requirements

Participants must register by completing the form available on the official competition website: www.agnesipianocompetition.com

 

Required documents:

1 – Completed and signed registration form.

2 – Copy of a valid ID.

3 – Artistic curriculum (brief biography and musical background).

4 – Link to a recent performance video showcasing the candidate’s artistic abilities.

5 – Program details (titles and total duration of pieces).

 

The jury is responsible for selecting finalists and determining winners. All decisions are final and unappealable.

 

Article 7: Prizes

Winners will receive:

 

  • First Prize: €2,000 + concert performance + masterclass with a renowned pianist.
  • Second Prize: €1,000 + concert in a prestigious venue.
  • Third Prize: €600.

 

Special Prizes:

 

  • Best interpretation of a contemporary composer’s work.
  • Best performance of a composition by Maria Teresa Agnesi (see attachment).
  • Additional prizes to be announced.

 

All finalists will receive a participation diploma and a certificate of merit.
The scholarships awarded by the Jury will be paid only after the winner has participated in the concerts possibly assigned within the framework of the Competition.”

 

Article 8: Registration Fee

The registration fee is €100 per participant, payable upon registration.

 

Article 9: Image and Recording Rights

By participating, candidates authorize the competition to use video and photographic recordings of their performances for promotional and documentation purposes without additional compensation.

 

Article 10: Liability

The competition organizers are not responsible for any accidents or damages occurring during the event. Participants are advised to obtain personal insurance if deemed necessary.

 

Article 11: Information and Contacts

The complete regulations and registration forms are available on the official competition website: www.agnesipianocompetition.com

For further information, contact us via email at pianoforte@agnesiinternationalcompetition.it

or through WhatsApp at +39 392 65 40 292 (messages only).

Un’opportunità unica per pianisti di tutte le età: dai bambini che muovono i primi passi sulla tastiera, fino agli interpreti professionisti. Il concorso celebra l’eredità di Maria Teresa Agnesi, pioniera della cultura e della musica al femminile, con l’obiettivo di valorizzare il talento, la passione e la profondità interpretativa. Sezioni dedicate all’avviamento pianistico, categorie suddivise per età e una sezione dedicata all’interpretazione pianistica, offrono a ciascun candidato una vera occasione di crescita musicale e artistica. Non è solo un concorso, ma un’esperienza formativa e ispirante, dove ogni partecipante è incoraggiato a esprimere la propria voce attraverso il pianoforte.
Premi, concerti, borse di studio e una giuria internazionale d’eccellenza vi aspettano.

L’Agnesi International Piano Competition si avvale di una giuria di prestigio internazionale di cui fanno parte figure eminenti del panorama musicale europeo e docenti di altissimo livello che offriranno uno sguardo esperto, sensibile e aggiornato sull’arte pianistica.
Un’attenzione speciale sarà dedicata alla sezione dei più piccoli, valutata da una giuria specifica composta da insegnanti specializzati nella didattica pianistica infantile, con anni di esperienza nell’accompagnare i primi passi musicali dei giovani pianisti.
Un ambiente stimolante e altamente formativo, dove ogni partecipante potrà sentirsi ascoltato, accolto e incoraggiato a dare il meglio di sé.

Premi che valorizzano il talento, a ogni età.
L’Agnesi International Piano Competition premia l’eccellenza pianistica con borse di studio, concerti premio e riconoscimenti speciali pensati per valorizzare ogni percorso musicale.
I vincitori delle diverse categorie avranno l’opportunità di esibirsi in contesti concertistici prestigiosi, ricevere sostegno economico alla formazione, e beneficiare della visibilità offerta da un concorso internazionale.
Particolare attenzione sarà riservata alla sezione dei piccoli pianisti, con premi didattici personalizzati, menzioni speciali e momenti dedicati all’incoraggiamento artistico, per accompagnare con entusiasmo e delicatezza i primi passi nel mondo della musica.

Winners

All the Winners of this first 2025 edition