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Grand Final of the 71th Maria Canals International Piano Competition in Barcelona 

Details

The three finalists of the 71st edition of the Maria Canals International Piano Competition in Barcelona 2026 will each perform a piano concerto accompanied by the National Youth Orchestra of Catalonia, conducted by Manel Valdivieso. Emotions will run high as these talented pianists showcase their excellence in a night that promises to be unforgettable. Get your ticket and enjoy an evening of extraordinary music and exceptional talent.

At the end of the evening, the winners of the Main Prizes will be announced, along with the winner of the Palau de la Música Catalana Prize, the Student Jury Prize, and the Audience Award.

Performers

Finalists of the 71th edition of the Maria canals Competition 

S. RAKHMÁNINOV: Concerto No. 3, in D minor, op. 30
Zhiqiao Zhang (No. 27, 27 years old, China)

S. PROKÓFIEV: Concerto No. 3, in C major, op. 26
Junho Cha (No. 28, 20 years old, South Korea)

S. RAKHMÁNINOV: Concerto No. 2, in C minor, op. 18
Zhu Wang (No. 32, 28 years old, China)

Jove Orquestra Nacional de Catalunya
Manuel Valdivieso, conductor

Information and tickets

Dates and tickets

  • 25 March 2026
    Wednesday
    20:00 h
    Concert Hall

Production information

Organized by:Concurs Maria Canals

Ticket Office

C/ Palau de la Música, 4-6
08003 Barcelona
T. 932 957 207
[email protected]

Monday to Saturday: from 8.30 am to 9 pm.
Sunday and public holidays: from 8.30 am to 3.30 pm and 2 hours before the concert (for sale day).

Grand Final of the 71th Maria Canals International Piano Competition in Barcelona