The piano competition “Ettore Pozzoli” is a worldwide famous event, with a deep-rooted tradition. Founded in 1959 by Gina Gambini, Ettore’s widow, the competition takes place once every two years to pay a tribute to the great teacher and composer (Seregno, 1873 – 1957) and is open to candidates of both genders and any nationality. The prestigious Teatro San Rocco in Seregno hosts the demanding candidates screening and the prize-giving ceremony. Important names of the music sceneare included both in the historical jurors record and in the winners record. Outstanding among these is the name of Maestro Maurizio Pollini, who won the much coveted first prize of the competition’s first edition. The competition is one of the initiatives envisaged by the "Call for Districts of Commerce for urban territorial economic reconstruction" - Lombardia Region.
