Jiang, Michael
No. 5
Country: China
Date of birth: 31 March, 2010
Michael Jiang started his piano journey at the age of four and now studies at the Secondary School of Xinghai Conservatory of Music under Professor Qin Wang. Michael has captivated audiences with his passion and technical brilliance, winning numerous prestigious awards. His achievements include: First Prize at the US Music Certification Exams Piano Competition, the International Chopin Piano Competition for Young Artists, at the 2022 International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition for Children and Youth in China, Second Prize at the ‘Merci Maestro!’ International Music Competition for Young Pianists in Brussels, and Character Excellence Special Award at Universal Stars Music Competition 2023. Michael’s performances, including solo recitals at esteemed venues such as Steinway & Sons at Guangzhou Opera House in 2023, showcase his profound musicality, interpretive depth, and commitment to classical music. His journey continues to inspire audiences and promises a bright future in the world of classical piano.
Competition Repertoire
Preliminary
D. Scarlatti: a-moll szonáta // Keyboard Sonata in A minor, K. 149
Bartók: Táncszvit // Dance Suite, BB 86b » 1. Moderato, 2. Allegro molto, 3. Allegro vivace, 4. Molto tranquillo, 5. Comodo, 6. Finale – Allegro
Bartók: Etűdök // Three Studies, BB 81, op. 18 » 1. Allegro molto
Semi-final
Bartók: Három burleszk // Three Burlesques, BB 55, op. 8c
Beethoven: 11. (B-dúr) zongoraszonáta // Piano Sonata No. 11 in B-flat major, op. 22
Hanuri Lee: Vertigineux
Solo final
Bartók: Szabadban // Out of Doors, BB 89
Rachmaninov: D-dúr prelűd // Prelude in D major, op. 23/4
Prokofiev: 6. (A-dúr) zongoraszonáta // Piano Sonata No. 6 in A major, op. 82
Grand final
Bartók: 3. zongoraverseny // Piano Concerto No. 3, BB 127