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09:16, 30-Jul-2018
Chinese junior pianist wins grand award of Melbourne Int'l Youth Music Competition
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08:40, 02-Aug-2018
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Standing out among more than 130 contestants, young Chinese pianist Lyu Jiaying won the grand award of the fourth Melbourne International Youth Music Competition.
The 12-year-old Lyu, who started learning piano at the age of three, received the highest score among all contestants. She was awarded the highest prize at the ceremony held in Melbourne's Federation Square on Sunday evening.
Australian pianist and composer Benjamin Martin, who also serves as chairman of the judging panel, spoke highly of the performances of the contestants, saying they demonstrated excellence in technique and interpretation of musical understanding.
A poster of the competition /Photo via Souhu.com
A poster of the competition /Photo via Souhu.com
The annual Melbourne International Youth Music Competition, hosted by the International Music and Art Guide of Australia, provides an opportunity for young aspiring musicians home and abroad to showcase their musical talents, and take part in master classes by some internationally acclaimed musicians.
This year's competition attracted more than 130 contestants from Asia, Oceania and North America.
Source(s): Xinhua News Agency