Talent Promotion (Special Awards & Scholarships) of the Carl Bechstein Foundation

The talent promotion program of the Carl Bechstein Foundation is aimed at particularly dedicated and outstanding emerging artists in classical piano performance in Germany and Austria. Private individuals with proven piano talent and either German or Austrian citizenship or a minimum residence of two years in these countries can apply continuously for special prizes and scholarships. Within the framework of established music competitions, the foundation awards special prizes to young pianists and grants several scholarships every three years. Additionally, it provides a comprehensive network of concert organizers and cooperation partners to facilitate performance opportunities and important practical experience. Artistic excellence and a recommendation from the competition jury are the central criteria for selecting the awardees.

With its funding program, the Carl Bechstein Foundation aims to support particularly talented children and young people in their artistic development over the long term. In addition to financial contributions, networking with renowned competitions such as "Jugend musiziert," the German Music Competition, and international piano contests is a key focus. Through the combination of special prizes, scholarships, and arranged performances, the foundation supports young pianists on their path to a professional music career. Since applications can be submitted at any time, talented piano virtuosos have a continuous opportunity to demonstrate their musical excellence and receive valuable impulses for their artistic development.