International Helen Hopekirk Competition & Festival
18-24 May 2026,
Glasgow & Edinburgh
Festival
22-24 May 2026, Edinburgh
Live Competition
Piano & Organ
10 September 2026,
Online Competition
Piano, Organ & Composition
18-24 May 2026,
Glasgow & Edinburgh
Festival
22-24 May 2026, Edinburgh
Live Competition
Piano & Organ
10 September 2026,
Online Competition
Piano, Organ & Composition
Celebrating the 170th anniversary of Helen Hopekirk’s birth
(20 May 1856 – 19 November 1945) –
the Scottish pianist, composer and educator.
(20 May 1856 – 19 November 1945) –
the Scottish pianist, composer and educator.
In 2026, Scotland honours Helen Hopekirk’s legacy by bringing together young musicians, distinguished artists and audiences for a week of concerts, lecture-recitals, masterclasses and an international competition dedicated to her artistic heritage.