Congratulations 2025 Medalists!
Rubato International Piano Competition
Classical & Jazz
Partnering with Steinway & Sons to bring you unforgettable performances on a grand stage.
Partnering with Steinway & Sons to bring you unforgettable performances on a grand stage.
Rubato 2025 brought pianists from around the globe to compete in both classical and jazz categories, filling the week with extraordinary artistry, unforgettable performances, and the signature spirit that defines Rubato.
With its debut competition in 2022, the Rubato International Piano Competition has helped propel dozens of talented young pianists from around the world further into the spotlight. Uniquely consisting of competitions in both classical and jazz music, Rubato offers competitors and fans an exciting twist to a highly competitive event.
We just held our third Rubato International Piano Competition. View the recap, and stay tuned for details about the 2026 event!
Rubato is held in Oxford, Alabama at the Oxford Performing Arts Center (OPAC). OPAC hosts dozens of national touring acts annually.
The competition is held bi-annually, with gold medalists being invited back to perform a year after each competition. The 2025 competition will be held on August 12-16.
"The Rubato International Piano Competition is one of the greatest experiences I had in the United States. The generous supports, caring environment, and all the precious opportunity we received just make me feel extremely grateful and fortunate..I learned so much from both the amazing competitors, who all became friends, and the awesome staff members who are so dedicated and passionate for this event. Thank you so much for this wonderful experience at Oxford and I'm so looking forward to coming back and perform for this amazing city next year!!"
"The 2022 Rubato Piano Competition was an immensely enriching experience for me. The event was charged with a vibrant dynamic, making every moment there unforgettable. I was touched by the genuine warmth and kindness exhibited by everyone present. The competition provided me with the opportunity to connect with talented pianists as well as the esteemed members of the jury from around the world; I learned a lot from them and was honored to receive a prize in this competition."
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This project has been made possible in part by a grant from the Alabama State Council on the Arts.
