Global Edition 2027 - Spring · Winner Showcase

Yu05 Shao

Grand Prize Piano · Solo · Rising Musician
About the Winner

A dedicated young pianist who began lessons at age five and currently studies with Mei Tanaka at the Mannes Pre-College Program.

Recent highlights include a gold award at the 2025 New York Young Pianists Festival and performances in numerous student recitals. Current repertoire includes works by Bach, Chopin, and Kabalevsky.

With gratitude to the teacher, Mei Tanaka.

Awarded by the Global Music Excellence Awards — Global Edition 2027 - Spring