Vigo Piano Competition 10th Anniversary

In late July, organizers announced that the International Piano Competition in Vigo was marking its tenth anniversary. The event was slated to feature the Orquesta Sinfónica de Galicia accompanying the finals on 14 August, with high‑profile guests such as pianist Martha Argerich and actor Jeremy Irons. A parallel orchestration contest saw young Galician composer León Durán win the DISA‑JOCAN prize, highlighting a broader push to promote emerging musical talent in the region.

By early August, the competition had opened at the Conservatorio Superior de Vigo, drawing a record 400 pianists from 77 countries. The opening concert included a narration of Saint‑Saëns’ "The Carnival of the Animals" by Jeremy Irons and a recital by Argerich. A junior edition highlighted young performers, awarding first prize to Teodor Vujanic and recognizing emerging artists such as Reuben Moisey. Mayor Abel Caballero joined the musicians on stage for the "Piano na Rúa" street‑music program, underscoring the event’s community engagement. The competition continued through mid‑August, fulfilling the anniversary celebrations announced weeks earlier.