2025 Rubato International Piano Competition

The Rubato International Piano Competition returns to the Oxford Performing Arts Center on August 12-16, 2025! Considered the largest international piano competition of its kind in the American Southeast, this groundbreaking contest seamlessly integrates both classical and jazz categories into a single event. Young talents, ages 10–27, from across the globe will converge in Oxford for this prestigious occasion!

With its debut competition in 2022, the Rubato International Piano Competition has helped propel dozens of talented young pianists from around the world further into the spotlight. Uniquely consisting of competitions in both classical and jazz music, Rubato offers competitors and fans an exciting twist to a highly competitive event.

Ticket packages on sale now! | Single tickets go on sale Tuesday, June 17.