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Cooper International Competition for Violin Returns July 15-21
Erich Burnett
Young musicians representing eight countries will vie for cash prizes totaling $40,000.
Ryota Yamazaki of Japan Captures 2016 Cooper Competition Title
Erich Burnett
17-year-old pianist shines in performance of Rachmaninoff at Concerto Finals July 22 in Cleveland, earns $20,000 first prize.
2016 Cooper Competition Concerto Finalists Revealed
Erich Burnett
Three remaining pianists will perform with The Cleveland Orchestra July 22 at Severance Hall; winner earns $20,000 first prize.
Cooper Competition Field Narrows to 6 for July 20 Recital Finals
Erich Burnett
Performances continue Wednesday in Oberlin, with top 3 advancing to Friday's Concerto Finals in Cleveland.
10 Performers Remain in Running for 2016 Cooper Competition's Top Prize
Erich Burnett
Pianists will perform in Concerto Round at Oberlin Tuesday, July 19. All Oberlin performances are free and open to the public.
2016 Cooper Competition Field Cut to 15 After First Semifinal Round
Erich Burnett
Remaining artists will perform in Semifinal Round II on Monday, July 18. All Oberlin performances are free and open to the public.
Cooper Competition Returns July 16-22 with Largest Prize Package Ever
Erich Burnett
Young pianists representing 8 countries and 14 U.S. states vie for $40,000 in cash prizes plus Oberlin scholarships.
The Sound of Summer in Oberlin? Same as the Rest of the Year
Michael Stenovec
Oberlin's summer music programs keep things lively while students are away.
Tony Yike Yang Crowned 2014 Cooper International Competition Champion
By Erich Burnett
15-year-old from Canada overcomes intense competition with a stunning performance of Tchaikovsky at Severance Hall.
Two Share Top Prize in 2013 Cooper Competition
Erich Burnett
A week of exceptional competition among the world’s finest young violinists culminates in an unforgettable Concerto Finals with the Cleveland Orchestra—and the first tie in Cooper history.
