Southeastern Piano Festival 2026 Season

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For one week each June, the Southeastern Piano Festival (SEPF) and the Arthur Fraser Piano Competition transform the University of South Carolina School of Music—and the city of Columbia—into a vibrant cultural destination, drawing audiences and rising piano talent from across the country.

For music lovers, SEPF offers an exceptional lineup of concerts featuring world-class pianists, including Soyeon Kate Lee, Blair McMillen, Pedja Muzijevic and Nicholas Susi.

Sunday, June 7, 4 p.m. – Celebration Concert, featuring USC Piano Faculty

Monday, June 8, 7:30 p.m. – Nicholas Susi

Tuesday, June 9, 7:30 p.m. – Artist Spotlight: Pedja Muzijevic

Wednesday, June 10, 7:30 p.m. – Artist Spotlight: Blair McMillen

Thursday, June 11, 7:30 p.m. – Artist Spotlight: Soyeon Kate Lee

Saturday, June 13, 7:30 p.m. – Arthur Fraser Piano Competition Winners Recital

The week’s events culminate with the Arthur Fraser Piano Competition, adjudicated by a distinguished panel of judges and featuring some of the nation’s top young pianists who audition for a coveted spot in the competition. Winners of the competition receive cash awards and the opportunity to perform with the South Carolina Philharmonic.