“As part of the GRADUS International Piano Academy Mainz, five exceptionally talented young pianists will have the opportunity to qualify as scholarship recipients for the Academy. At least one outstanding pianist from the piano department of the University of Music Mainz will be included in this support program. The GRADUS International Piano Academy Mainz brings together some of the most significant institutions in Rheinland-Pfalz, creating a unique network for musical excellence. The University of Music Mainz, the Deutsche Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz, the Landesmusikakademie Rheinland-Pfalz, and numerous renowned performance venues collectively form a platform that allows young musicians to enrich their artistic education far beyond the boundaries of traditional studies.
This inspiring collaboration offers participants not only the chance to showcase their talents before a discerning audience but also facilitates an intensive exchange with leading artistic figures and institutions—a significant and beautiful step on their path to a diverse and fulfilling musical career. Together with the GRADUS team, I look forward to numerous encounters, a wonderful symbiosis between our audience and the musicians, many special moments, and, of course, the music.”
— Univ.-Prof. Sae-Nal Lea Kim
