In a series of six programmes about this year's competition, BBC Four features each finalist's concerto performance. These will include profiles on the finalists and discussion about each performance, repertoire information and a brief historical portrait about the competition. The Leeds International Piano Competition takes place every three years in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. It was founded in 1961 by Marion, Countess of Harewood and Fanny Waterman, who is today its Chairman and Artistic Director. The competition was first held in 1963 (there was a four-year gap before the 2000 competition). It takes place in the Great Hall of the University of Leeds and in Leeds Town Hall. |
