It was on this day 67 years ago that Van Cliburn won the first International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow. This win shocked the world, inspired generations of pianists, and forever changed the life of the 23-year-old Texan. Van was beloved not only for his momentous gift as a brilliant musician, but also for his transcendent spirit as a great humanitarian. We honor the legacy and vision of Van Cliburn every day and we can't wait to share the great talent of 30 of the world's brightest young