2025 USIMC Benefit Concert
August 30 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The prestigious United States International Music Competition (USIMC) will be held in San Jose on August 16–17. The highlight of this year’s competition is the highly anticipated solo recital “From Winners to Masters” by internationally acclaimed young violinist Kevin Zhu, taking place on the evening of August 30.
Kevin Zhu has won first prizes at both the Menuhin International Competition and the Paganini International Violin Competition, showcasing his unparalleled musical talent. His performances have resonated through world-renowned venues including the Konzerthaus Berlin, London’s Royal Festival Hall, Esplanade in Singapore, Auditorio Nacional de Música in Madrid, Bozar Brussels, the Fobidden City Concert Hall in Beijing, and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in the U.S., captivating audiences around the globe. From technique to emotion, from stage presence to soul, his playing is not just music—it is the epitome of artistic expression.
Kevin Zhu grew up in the Bay Area and first competed in the USIMC at the age of six, winning first place. He has since frequently participated in the competition, sweeping first prizes across nearly all age groups. This August, he will make a special trip from New York to perform in a benefit concert specifically organized to raise funds for the USIMC.
The concert will also feature strong support from fellow Bay Area native, young pianist Sarah Duan, who won first place at the Philadelphia International Piano Competition and was also a first prize winner at the USIMC years ago.
Earlier on August 30, in the afternoon, the competition will also present a Winners Concert showcasing the 2025 USIMC laureates at the same venue.
“From Winners to Masters” Benefit Concert information:
Date:
– August 30, Saturday, 3pm, 2025 USIMC Winners Concert
Ticket: $30
– August 30, Saturday, 7pm, 2025 USIMC Fundraising Concert- Kevin Church & Sarah Tuan
Ticket: $40/$60/$100/VIP ( inclues admission to the 3pm Winners Concert)
How to purchase tickets:
– Advance purchase: Scan QR Code at www.USIMC.org
– At the Door: Tickets available at the venue on the day of concert.
Inquiries: Text only at 408-478-6758