Gurwitz in the Community
The Gurwitz International Piano Competition is continuously involved in bringing the art of piano to the Greater San Antonio and Bexar County community! During the competition, our esteemed Jury, select contestants, and special guests will share their talent, experience and knowledge with music students, local universities, colleges, schools, and the arts community through concert engagement in schools and senior communities, panels, and masterclasses.
2024 Competition Community Engagements
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School and Retirement Community Concerts by Select Contestants
- North East School of the Arts (NESA) / Lee High
- Blue Skies West (Military senior living community)
- The Towers at Park Lane (Senior living community)
Texas Public Radio Recorded Panel
A panel of distinguished industry leaders moderated by Scott Yoo and produced in partnership with Texas Public Radio will take place during competition week (Visit tpr.org for more information).
Note: These events are not open to the general public.
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