A World-Class Competition. Right Here in Oxford.

Following an extraordinary week of international competition, Rubato’s 2025 Gold Medalists return to the stage for one unforgettable evening. Experience the artistry, technique, and musical expression that earned each performer the competition’s highest honor.

Since its debut in 2022, the Rubato International Piano Competition has welcomed gifted young pianists from around the world to Oxford Performing Arts Center. Combining classical and jazz under one competition, Rubato has quickly become one of the region’s most distinctive international music events.

Whether you’re discovering Rubato for the first time or returning for another season, this special concert offers a rare opportunity to hear tomorrow’s great pianists in an intimate performance setting.