PianoForte Foundation
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Dedicated to preserving and promoting piano performance and culture in Chicago since 2005.
PianoForte provides performance opportunities and much-needed exposure to exceptional pianists emerging on the national and international scene, and continues to feature some of Chicago’s favorite and best-known artists in an intimate setting. We facilitate interaction between artists and audience during performances, ensuring that audience members have personal, engaging learning experiences and
03/13/2026
2026 Chicago Regional - Manhattan International Piano Competition
The 2026 Chicago Regional is the official Stage 2 (Live Round) of the Manhattan International Piano Competition. Following the international video screening, selected participants are invited to perform live before a professional jury.
This regional round is scheduled to take place in our recital hall on Sunday, May 10th, 2026.
The Chicago Regional serves as a critical step between the online preliminary stage and the final round in New York City. It offers young and professional pianists the opportunity to present their artistry on stage, receive expert adjudication, and compete for advancement to the Manhattan Final.
The deadline is coming up fast, but there's still an opportunity to submit via the late deadline (April 5).
Pianists are invited to apply in the following divisions:
• Junior (ages 8–12)
• Senior (ages 13–17)
• Professional (18–35)
Selected participants will advance to the Manhattan Final & Manhattan International Piano Festival in New York City (October 1–4, 2026).
More information & application:
https://www.manhattanmusicandarts.org/chicago
10/23/2025
Join us on Sunday, October 19 at 3 PM for a concert with pianist Riyad Nicolas. His program celebrates his Armenian and Syrian heritage while weaving together the rich voices of the classical canon, from Bach’s Partita No. 2 and Beethoven’s “Appassionata” Sonata to the lyrical and folkloric colors of Babajanian, Khachaturian, Roustom, Succari, and Al-Hajjar.
06/03/2025
Interesting review of one of our concerts at PianoForte Studios:
https://armenianweekly.com/2025/06/02/karine-poghosyan-enchants-chicago-with-a-soulful-tribute-to-khachaturian/
09/16/2024
PianoForte Concert Listing September 21 to 27 -
PianoForte Concert Listing September 21 to 27 Milwaukee-based pianist Brendan Fox presents Consolation / Revelation, a recital built around two major works: Eric Wubbels’ contemporary tour de force Consolation, and Beethoven’s transcendent final piano sonata in C minor, Op. 111.
Click here to claim your Sponsored Listing.
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Chicago, IL
60605
Opening Hours
| Tuesday | 11am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 11am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 11am - 6pm |
| Friday | 11am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 11am - 6pm |