Adjudication Panel
The panel features prominent, Washington, D.C.-based concert pianists and pedagogues.
Rules, Regulations and Eligibity
Eligibility & Cohorts The competition is open to international pianists across the following divisions (age calculated as of June 1, 2026). Note: Winners will be selected separately for each subdivision.
Competition
I. Eligibility The competition is open to all participants of the 2026 Washington International Piano Festival.Categories: Pre-college (up to 18) and College/Professional (18 and up) II. Repertoire Requirements Each participant
Concerts
WIPF is proud to present internationally acclaimed pianists as part of its concert series. The cost of tickets is included in the participants’ tuition. All concerts take place in Ward
Lectures
We are excited to announce the upcoming musical lectures of the International Music Piano Festival. This year, we have invited some of the world’s most renowned pianists to share their
Laehyung Woo
Laehyung Woo was born in Seoul, South Korea and made her debut at the Kumho Arts Gallery as the grand finalist for the Kumho Asiana AirlinesProdigy Audition at the age
Faculty
The Washington International Piano Festival is renowned for its outstanding faculty, comprising some of the world’s most highly respected and accomplished pianists. These musicians possess extraordinary skills and expertise and
Guest Artists and Presenters
The Washington International Piano Festival is renowned for its outstanding faculty, comprising some of the world’s most highly respected and accomplished pianists. These musicians possess extraordinary skills and expertise and