OREANDA-NEWS. May 12, 2011. Ukrsotsbank for 16 years consecutively acted as a sponsor of the Young Pianists International Competition in the name of Vladimir Horowitz.

This musical contest, founded in honor of one of the most outstanding pianists of the twentieth century, Vladimir Horowitz, is one of the main cultural events in Ukraine and is widely known abroad for more than 16 years.

Over 80 young talents from 14 countries demonstrated their skills this year. First prize of the contest was presented to the winner Cao Ball from China by the First Deputy Head of the Board of Ukrsotsbank, General Manager of Ukrsotsbank, Graziano Cameli: ‘Ukrsotsbank is pleased to sponsor this world-famous musical event and support by this the young participants, many of which will for sure become an honor to their country in the future, "- said Mr. Cameli.

The contest, founded in 1995, not just commemorates the talented pianist, but also gives great opportunity to identify talented young pianists, giving them an opportunity to express themselves and promote their further professional growth. For 16 years, the competition has been attended by over 1000 artists from 32 countries in "Horowitz-Debut" category: the youngest, middle and older group.

The Competition in the name of Vladimir Horowitz has been the member of the World Federation of International Music Competitions since 2004.