Concorso Pianististico Internazionale Ariano - 5a edizione

Ariano International Piano Competition – 5th Edition (2026)
1–6 December 2026 | Ariano Irpino, Italy

An international piano competition open to pianists from all over the world, featuring an international jury, a total prize fund of €8,000, concerts, masterclasses and artistic awards.

Categories:

Piano Performance Category
Video Pre-selection + 2 Live Rounds
Deadline: September 30th, 2026
Prize Fund: €3,500 + concerts

Young Talents Category (5 age groups)
Free choice of repertoire
Deadline: November 8th, 2026
Prize Fund: €2,000 + concerts

Piano Duo Category (Two Pianos / Four Hands)
Free choice of repertoire
Deadline: November 8th, 2026
Prize Fund: €1,500 + masterclasses

Online Competition Category
Free choice of repertoire
Deadline: November 1st, 2026
Prize Fund: €1,400 + artistic awards

Nearest airports: Naples International Airport (NAP) and Bari Airport (BRI).

Artistic Director: Remo Raimondo Mazzeo