Classical Hugs - International Music Festival & Concert Series
Gershwin Competition - Warm-up concert
Thu, May 14
|Brooklyn Public Library - Brooklyn Heigh
Amazing talents!


Time & Location
May 14, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EDT
Brooklyn Public Library - Brooklyn Heigh, 286 Cadman Plz W, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
Guests
About the event
Join us for the warmup concert for participants in this year's George Gershwin International Music Competition and get a sneak preview of these talented pianists.
FREE ADMISSION - RSVP required.

The 6th Annual George Gershwin International Music Competition is a week, full of exquisite performances, master classes, and enlightening community outreach concerts, culminates with the competition Award Ceremony, when the winners will be presented with prizes and concert engagements. Named after George Gershwin, whose music had long been a part of the American consciousness, the Competition aims to discover talent, reward brilliance, and celebrate musical artistry. Truly a pioneer in his field, George Gershwin drew inspiration from European classical music, American popular music, and jazz to form a unique style that would come to define American music.
Along with monetary awards, finalists of the Gershwin International Music Competition 2026 will receive concerts in the United States and Europe, recordings…

