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Last Update: April 28, 2026
Funding available
$ 180,000
Timeline
- Closing date : January 15, 2021
Location
Canada
Overview
This international piano competition awarded up to $235,000 in prizes and awards. It featured semifinal and final rounds, a compulsory Canadian work, and special prizes including career development support and performance opportunities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 180,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : January 15, 2021
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Semifinal solo recitals recorded and presented online.
- Final solo recitals recorded and presented online.
- Performance of the compulsory Canadian work in the final round.
- Performance of a J. S. Bach work in either round.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Young pianists.
- Classical music performers.
- International competitors.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who do not comply with the rules.
- Applicants who do not respond to the official invitation on time.
- Applicants who do not pay the entry fee on time.
Eligible geographic areas
- International.
Processing and Agreement
- The jury evaluates the performances in each round.
- Finalists are selected after the semifinal round.
- The jury identifies the laureates and special prize winners after the final round.
- Competition decisions are made by the jury.
Additional information
- The competition was held online.
- There were 27 competitors from 11 countries.
- The total prizes and awards amounted to $235,000.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Piano 2021 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Piano 2021. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Piano 2021?
This international piano competition awarded up to $235,000 in prizes and awards. It featured semifinal and final rounds, a compulsory Canadian work, and special prizes including career development support and performance opportunities.
How much funding can be received?
Piano 2021 Funds up to $180,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Piano 2021 program?
To be eligible for the Piano 2021 program, you must:
Selected pianists only.
Two-round competition format.
Different program in each round.
What expenses are eligible under Piano 2021?
Semifinal solo recitals recorded and presented online.
Final solo recitals recorded and presented online.
Performance of the compulsory Canadian work in the final round.
Performance of a J. S. Bach work in either round.
Who can I contact for more information about the Piano 2021?
You can contact Montreal International Music Competition (CMIM).
Where is the Piano 2021 available?
The Piano 2021 program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the Piano 2021?
Piano 2021 is funded by Montreal International Music Competition (CMIM)