Thomas & Evon Cooper Competition 2026 - Violin: Round 1, Day 1 Session 1

Founded in 2010, the Thomas & Evon Cooper International Competition brings some of the world's most talented young musicians to the campus of Oberlin College and Conservatory. Alternating years feature a competition for violinists and a competition for pianists.

Thursday, August 6 | Round 1, Day 1
Violinists perform 30-minute programs in Warner Concert Hall. 
2:30-5:45 p.m. - Session 1
7:30-9:30 p.m. - Session 2

Friday, August 7 | Round 1, Day 2
Violinists perform 30-minute programs in Warner Concert Hall. 
2:30-5:45 p.m. - Session 1
7:30-10:00 p.m. - Session 2
Announcement of the six advancing violinists follows the evening session.

Saturday, August 8 | Round 2
Six violinists perform 45-minute recital programs in Warner Concert Hall. 
3:00-6:15 p.m. - Session 1
8:00-9:30 p.m. - Session 2
Announcement of the three finalists follows the evening session.

Sunday, August 9 | Honors Recital
This evening's concert in Warner Concert Hall features outstanding performances selected by the Jury from the first three days of the Competition.
7:30 p.m.   Honors Recital

Monday, August 10 | Concerto Finals
Three violinists perform complete concertos with the ProMusica Chamber Orchestra and David Danzmayr, conductor.
7:30 p.m. Concerto Finals | Warner Concert Hall