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Cliburn confidential: Nikita Abrosimov

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A great absence

Van Cliburn’s friends and colleagues reflect on what his passing means for the competition, which begins Friday.

Where are all the women in this year’s Cliburn?

With just five female competitors in a field of 30, this year's Cliburn seems to be a man's world.

14 burning questions about the 14th Cliburn Competition

From the length of the preliminary recitals to the cool collectibles in the gift shop, here are answers to frequently asked questions about the 14th Cliburn.

The solo piano piece Cliburn listeners will hear the most isn’t by the composer you expect

One unexpected composer seems to be a favorite of Cliburn competitors this year.

Cliburn jury chairman: ties will not be permitted

Far from the splendor of the stage, 13 jurors watch and listen to every note of every performance of the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition.

The Cliburn competitors in their own words

Quotes from all 30 of the 2013 Cliburn competitors.

Cliburn confidential: Scipione Sangiovanni

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Cliburn confidential No. 13: Scipione Sangiovanni of Italy

The young pianist prefers Bach ... and Pink Floyd

Cliburn confidential: Sean Chen

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Cliburn Confidential: Meet contestant Marcin Koziak

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