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Celebrating Chopin – The Margaret Schofield Memorial Prize

Ballarat Mechanics Institute - Minerva Space

117 Sturt Street,
Ballarat Central VIC 3350

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  • Sun 21 Jun

2pm–6pm

$8 - $10

Tickets available at the door.
Programs available for $5

Celebrate the artistry of Australia's finest young pianists at Celebrating Chopin, one of the country's most prestigious piano competitions. Set in the beautiful Ballarat Mechanics Institute on the Society's renowned Schimmel K195 Konzert Grand Piano, this event is part of the Royal South Street Society Ballarat Eisteddfod.

Witness young talent from across Australia compete for over $10,000 in prizes, and enjoy an afternoon of world-class piano performances in an unforgettable setting.

The Junior Chopin is held on Saturday 20 June (afternoon) and the Senior Celebrating Chopin on Sunday 21 June - an event not to be missed.

Bring family and friends for an inspiring cultural experience and immerse yourself in the magic of live classical music.

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