During the Competition

Every three years, when the Dublin International Piano Competition is underway, many important elements — people, places, pianos — come together to make the event memorable for each competitor.

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Location

During the competition, DIPC is proud to welcome competitors to the city of Dublin and its special practice and performance venues.

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Host Families

One of the most unique and appreciated aspects of the DIPC is the opportunity competitors have to stay with Irish host families during the event.

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Host Pianos

The competition’s biggest logistics exercise is ensuring plenty of pianos for practice and performance!

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Volunteers

Volunteers — known as DIPC’s ‘Team Harmony’ —are at the very heart of the competition.

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