The Art of Piano

In a historic fusion of architectural majesty and musical brilliance, Le Foyer des Artistes is proud to announce a prestigious new partnership with Historic Royal Palaces to host the St Columb’s Hall Concerto Award 2026.

In association with our esteemed partners at YAMAHA Music Europe, this extraordinary celebration of next-generation virtuosity will take place in the breathtaking Throne Room of Hillsborough Castle on 7 February 2026. 

Experience the mastery of three exceptional young pianists representing the Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin, Ireland, Zürcher Hochschule der Künste in Zürich, Switzerland and the Conservatorio Superior de Música Joaquín Rodrigo in València, Spain as they compete for the prestigious award aided by the world-class brilliance of the Yamaha CFX Concert Grand brought from London for this very special event. 

Join us in the ceremonial heart of Northern Ireland’s Royal residence

for an unforgettable evening where history and artistry collide in a truly sensational setting.

A Royal Premiere

Le Foyer des Artistes unveils the St Columb’s Hall Concerto Award 2026 at Hillsborough Castle