About Piano Cleveland

Junye Huang

January 28th 2026

JUNYE HUANG is a young pianist recognized for his exceptional artistry, disciplined musicianship, and rapidly growing stage presence. He began piano studies at the age of nine with Professor Vivian Li, under whose guidance he developed a refined technical foundation and a distinctive musical voice. He is currently a ninth-grade piano major at the affiliated Middle School of the Xinghai Conservatory of Music and is a selected participant in the school’s Top Innovative Talent cultivation program. 

At only 13, Junye has already distinguished himself at major national and international competitions. In 2023, he won First Place in Professional Group A at the National Finals of the 11th Steinway Youth Piano Competition. In 2024, he was recipient in both Piano Solo and Chamber Music at the 3rd Xinghai Steinway Scholarship Auditions, and went on to win First Place in the school’s Yamaha Scholarship Competition. That same year, he earned First Prize in Group B of the 8th Israel Scherzo International Piano Competition (Tel Aviv). 

In 2025, Junye was selected with full scholarship to attend the exclusive Morningside Music Bridge program in Boston. He has also been accepted as a competitor for the Gina Bachauer International Junior Piano Competition (2026) and the Hilton Head International Junior Piano Competition (USA). 

Outside of music, he enjoys reading, listening to both classical and contemporary music, and playing badminton. 


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