Janne Ikäheimo appointed as the new General Secretary of the competition

28/09/2026

Janne Ikäheimo has been appointed as the new General Secretary of the Helsinki International Maj
Lind Piano Competition. He took up the position on 15 September 2026.

Ikäheimo joins the competition from the position of producer at Uniarts Helsinki’s Sibelius Academy. He
brings extensive experience in organising a wide range of arts and cultural events, as well as in building
and developing international professional networks.
“It is a pleasure and an honour to lead the Maj Lind Piano Competition and to further strengthen its
position as an internationally significant meeting place for young pianists,” says Ikäheimo.

Rules for the 2027 Maj Lind Piano Competition published

29/09/2026

The rules for the 2027 Helsinki International Maj Lind Piano Competition have been published. Therules provide information on eligibility requirements, important dates, repertoire requirements forthe different rounds of the competition, and how to apply. Pianists planning to apply are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the rules and repertoirewell in advance.

150 years of maj lind

30/03/2026

This year marks the 150th anniversary of Maj Lind’s birth. Her testamentary gift laid the foundation for the Maj Lind Piano Competition, which for decades has provided pianists with a stepping stone to an international career and has grown into a prestigious international piano competition. Maj Lind was not widely known to the public, yet

Moments from the 2022 Competitions

23/02/2026

The Fifth International Maj Lind Piano Competition took place in October 2022. Join us as we return to the atmosphere of arrival day, as told by our competitors.