The 2025 Palm Springs International Piano Competition (Junior Division) is undoubtedly the crown jewel of the season. From April 11-21, 2025, the eyes of the world will be on the Coachella Valley when 25 young pianists come to Palm Springs to compete for more than $30,000 in cash prizes.
Calling all Cool Cats and Dolls! Flashback to the 1920s … where juice joints ruled the night, delicious dames donned their glad rags and Cole Porter was the bee’s knees.
PSIPC recreates this memorable era in a one night only tribute to Cole Porter ~ where songstress Julie Garnyé’s singing is the cat’s pajamas, and pianist Michael Collum will blow your top.
From the secret passwords of the past to the artful mixology and culinary innovations, join Palm Springs International Piano Competition on December 13th and raise a glass to the enduring spirit of the speakeasy and Cole Porter.
Radio Personality Joey English opens her Holiday pad for this special salon.
Get ready for a season filled with mesmerizing performances and unparalleled talent at the Palm Springs International Piano Competition’s 2024-25 season events. From captivating outreach concerts in local schools and communities to the highly anticipated international piano competition, our lineup promises to inspire and delight audiences of all ages. Join us as we showcase the world’s finest pianists, host masterclasses with renowned musicians, and celebrate the transformative power of music.
Stay tuned for updates on dates, venues, and ticket information as we prepare to embark on a journey of musical excellence together.
Palm Springs International Piano Competition will officially herald the beginning of our 2024-25 Season with an exciting tribute to the legacy of Peggy Cravens entitled, Virtuoso Voyage featuring the keyboard pyrotechnics of Nathaniel Zhang, winner of the 2019 Junior Division Competition. Proceeds from this highly anticipated annual benefit support vital music education programming and Competition offerings across the institution. The evening’s performance of solo piano works begins with a lively cocktail reception followed by a gourmet dinner prepared by award-wining executive chef, Luke Patterson.
A Community Event Like No Other! After their exciting inaugural performance Bram Conley, Debra Pollock, Jessica Greene, Marco Godoy, Elaine Wang Meyerhoffer and Robert Koenig return with a completely new performance designed to delight patrons!
On March 20 PSIPC reprises one of its most unique experiences of the season,
The Return of David Maiocco as Liberace. Held at the former home of the musical icon, audience members are transported back in time through an interactive performance by highly acclaimed Liberace tribute artist, David Maiocco.
A Message From Internationally Renowned Concert Pianist Jan Lisiecki
April 11 - 21, 2025
$10,000
25
Discover extraordinary talent and passion at the 2025 Junior Competition.