Junye Huang

Age – 14

Country – China

Junye Huang (born in 2011) 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 participant in the school’s Top Innovative Talent cultivation program.

At only fourteen, Junye has already distinguished himself at major national and international competitions. In 2023, he won First Prize in Professional Group A at the National Finals of the 11th Steinway Youth Piano Competition. In 2024, he was an award recipient in both solo piano and chamber music at the 3rd Xinghai Steinway Scholarship Audition and went on to win First Prize 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 in Tel Aviv.

In 2025, Junye was awarded a full scholarship to the exclusive Morningside Music Bridge program in Boston. He has also been accepted as a competitor for the 2026 Gina Bachauer International Junior Piano Competition 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.