Three Australian pianists are among 32 competitors vying for first prize at the Sydney International Piano Competition.

Three Australian pianists have been selected from a record 283 applicants to compete in the prestigious Sydney International Piano Competition this year.  

Ayesha Gough (Brisbane), Daniel Le (Melbourne) and Hong-Kong born Jeremy So (Sydney) have tackled the first elimination stage to join 29 other pianists for the competition. The international list of 32 talented artists come from as far afield as Russia and Kazakhstan, and will converge on the NSW State capital in July to compete for a stake in the $200,000 prize fund. 

“Our panel of pre-selection jurors meticulously reviewed the application videos and I’m thrilled to announce today an incredibly strong list of Round 1 competitors from fifteen different countries,” said Artist Director Piers Lane AO. “The standard of piano playing in the world is at an all time high and the Sydney audience is in for a treat. There are many more than 32 who could have competed admirably in the Competition, so we wish all those who made it in the best with their preparations.”

Brisbane’s 20-year old Ayesha Gough won the 2015...