SANTA CECILIA PIANO FESTIVAL
Porto plays the future of classical
June 19th to 27th, 2026 – main category
July 14th to 18th, 2026 – junior categories
Porto, Portugal
The Sta Cecília Piano Festival presents one of the largest and oldest piano competitions. Directed by Curso de Música Silva Monteiro, the Sta Cecília International Competition (SCIC) has been international since 2012, bringing together participants from dozens of nationalities. With the Casa da Música in Porto as one of the meeting points, the Sta Cecília Piano Festival holds a series of activities beyond the SCIC, such as masterclasses, recital cycles, and a musical marathon, attracting a wide audience. A springboard for musical talent and promising careers, the Festival transforms the competition into a true celebration of classical music in the city.
Itinerant Piano
The competition’s 12 semi-finalists perform in shared recitals, in free entry concerts around the city.
FINAL / CLOSING CONCERT
Only three candidates for the coveted prizes reach the final with orchestra, giving their best in interpreting major concerts from the repertoire.
The concert with the Orquestra Sinfónica do Porto Casa da Música will be conducted by guest British conductor Martin André.
FEBRUARY 28th – MARCH 07th 2026
Brussels . collaboration with César Franck Piano International Competition
FEBRUARY 28th – MARCH 07th 2026
Brussels . collaboration with César Franck Piano International Competition
APRIL 23th – 25th 2026
Curso de Música Silva Monteiro – Porto, Portugal




