CARLES & SOFIA INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION
“A return to the essence of music”
Internationally renowned Steinway Artists, Carles & Sofia piano duo, have always been praised for their sensitivity, their extraordinary ability to bring an audience to tears, as well as for their brilliant technique, passion, unparalleled quality of sound and infinite elegance.
For a few years now and in parallel with their international concert activity, they have dedicated themselves to helping young artists, mentoring them, giving them support, and enlightening their musical careers.
Under the umbrella of Carles & Sofia Music Foundation and in the continuous wish to keep caring about and supporting young musicians, Carles & Sofia International Piano Competition main mission is to discover new artists, with true talent, authenticity, and the ability of moving and inspiring audiences, just like legendary pianists used to do.
Carles & Sofia International Piano Competition aims to find, give support and enlighten the paths of those true artists who will return the essence of the music to the society.
Each year the competition will pay tribute to a legendary pianist, one of Carles & Sofia’s references during their growth as artists: The first edition (2021) paid tribute to Artur Rubinstein and the second one (2022) was dedicated to legendary pianist Wilhelm Kempff. The third edition was devoted to outstanding Spanish pianist Alicia de Larrocha, on the 100th Anniversary of her birth (1923-2009).
With awards such as recording and publishing a CD with KNS Classical, both recital and concert opportunities with orchestra, Carles & Sofia International Piano Competition is an outstanding opportunity for young musicians to be listened by the internationally recognised pianists in the jury, and to be awarded with the tools that can enlighten their musical paths.