International Clara und Robert Schumann Competition

01/09/2026

Our jury at the Clara & Robert Schumann Piano Competition 2025

Mikhail Mordvinov
Gabriele Leporatti
Ilja Scheps

The next competition will take place from 12–14 March 2027 at Palais Wittgenstein in Düsseldorf.

Applications are now open.
Deadline 1 February 2027.

Apply via the link in our bio.

15/07/2026

ast year, Leo Okada was awarded the 1st Prize at the International Clara & Robert Schumann Competition.

We look forward to welcoming the next generation of exceptional young pianists to Düsseldorf in March 2027.

12–14 March 2027
Palais Wittgenstein · Düsseldorf · Germany

Applications are now open.

26/06/2026

Applications are now open for the International Clara & Robert Schumann Piano Junior Competition 2027. ✨

Young pianists from around the world are invited to perform in the inspiring atmosphere of Palais Wittgenstein in Düsseldorf.

📍 Düsseldorf, Germany
🗓 12–14 March 2027
⏳ Application deadline: 01 February 2027

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Piano Düsseldorf

18/06/2026

Applications are now open for the

International Clara & Robert Schumann
Piano Junior Competition 2027 ✨

Young pianists from around the world are invited to perform in the inspiring atmosphere of Palais Wittgenstein in Düsseldorf.

A celebration of musical imagination, artistry and the legacy of Clara & Robert Schumann.

📍 Düsseldorf, Germany
📅 12–14 March 2027
⏳ Application Deadline: 01 February 2027

schumann-award.de

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16/06/2026

1st Prize – Ren Zhang 🇨🇳

J. S. Bach / F. Busoni
Chaconne in D minor

A memorable performance from the International Clara & Robert Schumann Competition 2025.

Congratulations to Ren Zhang on winning the 1st Prize! ❤️

11/06/2026

🎹 ELISCHA ORTLIEB (Germany)

Edvard Grieg
To Spring (Våren)

A beautiful moment from the last International Clara & Robert Schumann Competition.

We are looking forward to the next edition of the competition in Düsseldorf.

📅 12–14 March 2027
📍 Düsseldorf, Germany

Applications opening soon.

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30/05/2026

🎹 International Clara & Robert Schumann Competition

A celebration of the musical legacy of Clara and Robert Schumann and an opportunity for outstanding young musicians to present their artistry on an international stage.

📍 Düsseldorf, Germany
📅 12–14 March 2027

The competition welcomes talented young performers from around the world and offers a platform for artistic excellence, inspiration and international exchange.

More information:
schumann-competition.com

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30/05/2026

🎹 International Clara & Robert Schumann Competition

A celebration of the musical legacy of Clara and Robert Schumann and an opportunity for outstanding young musicians to present their artistry on an international stage.

📍 Düsseldorf, Germany
📅 12–14 March 2027

More information:
www.schumann-competition.com

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24/05/2026

18/05/2026

Applications are now open for the

International Clara & Robert Schumann
Piano Junior Competition 2027 ✨

Young pianists from around the world are invited to perform in the inspiring atmosphere of Palais Wittgenstein in Düsseldorf.

A celebration of musical imagination, artistry and the legacy of Clara & Robert Schumann.

📍 Düsseldorf, Germany
📅 12–14 March 2027
⏳ Application Deadline: 01 February 2027

schumann-award.de

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