Gilmore Artist Award
This award recognizes the extraordinary artistry of an international pianist of any age with the most generous financial support given in the musical arts. More »
Current Gilmore Artist
2006
Ingrid Fliter, Argentina
Argentinean pianist Ingrid Fliter (pronounced FLEE-ter) has been noted for her uncanny musicality, natural sensitivity and elegance in performances throughout the world since her career was launched at the age of 16 at the Teatro Colón in her native Buenos Aires....
A new Gilmore Artist is chosen every four years.
Past Artists
2002
Piotr Anderszewski, Poland
Since first coming to public attention at the 1990 Leeds Piano Competition, Piotr Anderszewski (pronounced On-der-shev-ski), winner of the 2002 Gilmore Artist Award, has become a familiar figure on the international concert platform, appearing regularly with leading orchestras around the world.
1998
Leif Ove Andsnes, Norway
Leif Ove Andsnes has been performing regularly in the world's premier concert venues since he first attracted international attention in the early 1990s. Playing solo and duo recitals as well as concertos with leading orchestras throughout each season...
1994
Ralf Gothóni , Finland
Gothoni’s rendition of Haydn and Mozart concerti, which he conducts from the piano, are of course well known. His concerto repertory is immense…. His achievements on the piano and as a conductor are remarkable and give proof of his outstanding musicianship and love of classical music.
1991
David Owen Norris, England
David Owen Norris' appointment as the first Gilmore Artist, after a long search amongst the world’s finest pianists, has led to a busy international solo career. In the last few seasons, he has toured the U.S., Canada & Australia, and played in Vienna, Munich, Norway, Denmark, Holland & Mexico.