Weizhen Yang
Piano Faculty, Academy
Academy & Public Programs Piano Department
Introduction
As a recipient of many honors and awards, Weizhen Yang has performed as a recitalist, concerto soloist and chamber musician in many parts of the world. As a collaborative pianist, she has performed with members of the New York Philharmonic, °Ä6ͼ¿â Orchestra and Houston Symphony. Her featured performances have been broadcasted on classical music stations WQXR in New York and WCLV in °Ä6ͼ¿â.
Yang volunteers as a pianist in retirement centers and hospitals. She believes in the power of music to connect, touch, heal and bring people together.
Education
- Shanghai Conservatory of Music
- BM, MM, °Ä6ͼ¿â Institute of Music
- Principal mentors and teachers include Paul Schenly, Vitya Vronsky Babin and Eunice Podis
Teaching Experience
As an educator, Yang enjoys working with students of all ages, from beginners to pre-college students and adults. Her students have participated in various regional, national and international music festivals and competitions and have won top honors.