The 2025 International Maestro Piano Festival will take place at the National Sun Yat-Sen University from January 16 to 26, 2025. This remarkable event boasts lessons and lectures by world-renowned artists, accompanied by a multitude of concerts. The grand finale is the Star Concert Pianist Competition on the campus. Moreover, these activities extend beyond the NSYSU campus to the Kaohsiung City Dadong Art Center, where the "All-Star Faculty Concert" takes place.
National Sun Yat-sen University, located in the vibrant city of Kaohsiung, is nestled near the famous SiZihWan Bay with its pristine beaches. A quick 30-minute MRT ride takes you to Dadong Art Center, making it an ideal hub for emerging artists to flourish and immerse themselves in the world of concerts, opera, and the performing arts. Throughout the festival, more than 24 grand piano practice rooms are reserved for all participants.
This festival welcomes musicians from around the world, regardless of age, and offers online applications. Whether you're a member of the public, a music enthusiast, or a professional musician, all are invited to participate as audience members, volunteers, or sponsors. Let art and music enrich your life and warm your soul.

Important Dates


​Jan. 16－Registration & Opening Ceremony
Jan. 17 to 23 - Masterclasses
Jan. 24 to 25 - Promising Star Concert & Competition, Star Faculty Concert 
Jan. 26 - Departure
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*Detailed information about masterclasses and concerts will be updated during the time. 

Venues


​Registration & Opening Ceremony | Kaohsiung City Dadong Art Center
Star Faculty Concert | Kaohsiung City Dadong Art Center
Masterclasses | Department of Music, National Sun Yat-Sen University F4、F5
Promising Star Concert & Competition | Department of Music, National Sun Yat-Sen University B1
Accommodation for the Participants | City Suites Kaohsiung Chenai
Closing Ceremony | Updating
During the festival, there will be more than 350 hours of lessons with world-renowned artists teaching all of the active participants.
In the concluding days of the festival, we proudly present the Promising-Star Concert Pianist Competition. From the initial application videos, 28 exceptional competitors will be chosen to perform on stage during the festival. This competition showcases their talents in a live setting, culminating in the selection of one standout performer. The winner of the 2025 competition will earn the prestigious opportunity to perform a concerto with the Kaohsiung Youth Symphony Orchestra during the 2026/2027 season.
Beyond the essential aspects of practice and learning, experiencing concerts plays a pivotal role in the musical journey of learners. That's why we offer not just four Promising-Star concerts but also assemble a group of world-renowned pianists to provide an enriching musical experience, creating a symphony of life through their performances.​