Nashville International Chopin Piano Competition: First Amateur Edition
Friday, October 9, 2026 8:30 AM-8:00 PM
Collins Alumni Auditorium | Lipscomb University
The Nashville International Chopin Piano Competition presents its first Amateur Edition, bringing 32 accomplished amateur pianists to Lipscomb University for two days of performances in Collins Alumni Auditorium.
All 32 competitors will perform Friday, Oct. 9, with eight finalists returning Saturday, Oct. 10. The competition celebrates musicians who have built careers in other fields while continuing to pursue piano at a high level.
The event is free and open to the public, with no tickets or registration required. Guests are welcome to attend any session, with doors opening between pianists.