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Votapek Piano Competition – Semi-Final Round

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Friday, August 15, 2025
Cook Recital Hall
10:30 am

Free, ticket required

Schedule: 10:30 AM–7:00 PM
• 10:30 AM, Yiming Chang
• 11:05 AM, Celicia Thendean
11:40 AM, Olivia Larco
• 12:25 PM, Zhongkai Zhang
• 12:55 PM, Yunen Gu
• 1:25–3:00 PM, Lunch Break
3:00 PM, Samuel Lu
3:35 PM, Alex Liu
4:10 PM, Olivia Ajero
• 4:55 PM, Dayou Kim
• 5:25 PM, TongTong Liu

• 5:55–6:30 PM, Jury deliberations
• 6:30 PM, 3 finalists announced

Come experience the artistry and ambition of the next generation of concert pianists during the Semi-Final Round of the Ralph Votapek International Young Artist Piano Competition. Featuring rising talents ages 14–18 from across the nation and around the globe, this round offers a rare chance to witness electrifying solo performances as competitors vie for a spot in the final. Whether you’re a classical music enthusiast or a fan of elite competition, this event promises a captivating evening of virtuosic performance and musical excellence.

Click here to view the event program.

Click here to view the list of competitors.

Parking
There are limited meters space on the north and sound end of West Circle Drive. From a short walking distance, you can also park at:

  • Ramp 6, accessible from Grand Rive Ave. (449 East Circle Drive)
  • Lot 62, (276 Red Cedar Rd.)

On weekdays, parking lots and spaces typically reserved for faculty and staff become available free to the public after 6 p.m. and are marked with signage. These same spaces are free on the weekends.