Premio Bruno Mezzena
International Piano Competition
26-30 November 2025
Welcome to the inaugural edition of the Premio Bruno Mezzena
A biennial international piano competition created to remember and pass on the legacy of renowned Italian pianist and teacher Bruno Mezzena. The competition takes place at Odradek Records' studio "The Spheres," an ideal performance environment located in Montesilvano, Italy, just a few minutes' drive from the most beautiful sandy beaches of the Adriatic Sea and the snow-capped peaks of the Maiella massif, with the aim of presenting young musical talents from all over the world, offering them an opportunity to express their talents and receive international recognition.
The first edition of this event will be held in Montesilvano (Pescara) from 26-30 November 2025.
Bruno Mezzena
(1927-2017)
The competition is named after the distinguished pianist Bruno Mezzena (1927-2017), director from 1984 to 2011 of the Accademia Musicale Pescarese. Trentino-born, he had made Abruzzo his home since the early 1980s.
Known for his outstanding contributions to the world of classical music, he was also a passionate teacher and, during his years of leadership, made Pescara and his academy a leading centre in the training of piano talent from around the world.
Competition Details
Set to take place from November 26-30, 2025, at The Spheres in Montesilvano, Italy, the Premio Bruno Mezzena invites pianists of all nationalities to compete across several age categories. The final round for the Soloists category will feature a concerto with orchestra.. All rounds will be live-streamed and recorded. Participants can choose between two concert grand pianos: a Steinway Model D-274 (Hamburg, Fabbrini Collection) and a Shigeru Kawai SK-EX.
Jury
Artur Pizarro (president)
Renowned pianist, first prize Leeds and the Vianna da Motta competitions, distinguished teacher
Muriel Chemin
Renowned pianist, piano professor at Benedetto Marcello Conservatory of Venice
Stefano Giavazzi
Renowned pianist, piano professor at "Lucio Campiani" Conservatory, artistic director of the Mantua Music Society
Aki Kuroda
Renowned pianist, pedagogue, and accompanist, commissioner of the Japanese National Piano Teachers Association "PTNA"
Franco Mezzena
Renowned violinist, former violin professor Conservatory of Bari, currently teaches at Accademia Ensemble Serenissima in Sacile (PN) and Teatro Annibale di Francia in Messina
Pina Napolitano
Renowned pianist, piano professor at Tartini Conservatory in Trieste
Stefania Santangelo
Renowned pianist, piano professor at "Nino Rota" Conservatory in Monopoli, director of Pescara Music Academy
Sponsors
The 2025 Premio Mezzena is generously supported by:
Patronage
