Glenn Gould Foundation Proudly Presents 16-Year-Old Piano Virtuoso Ryan Wang for Homecoming Performance
2024年4月27日 - 6:12AM
The Glenn Gould Foundation, an institution known for nurturing and
celebrating the transformative power of the arts, is excited to
shine a spotlight on the remarkable achievements of 16-year-old
piano prodigy Ryan Wang. Hailing from West Vancouver, Canada, Ryan
embodies the spirit of creativity, innovation, and excellence that
the Foundation seeks to promote across the globe. And now, he is
set to bring a spectacular performance to his hometown.
Date: Monday, June 03, 2024 at
7:30pmVenue: Vancouver
PlayhouseTickets:
https://www.vtixonline.com/the-glenn-gould-foundation/4256/
Program: |
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F. Chopin |
24 Preludes, Op. 28 |
F. Chopin |
Sonata No. 2 in B-flat minor, Op. 35 |
F. Liszt |
Réminiscences de Don Juan (S. 418) |
Ryan Wang’s piano journey began at the age of four. By six, he
was captivating audiences with his solo recitals. In 2013, he began
his music education with esteemed mentors, including Professor Lee
Kum Sing and Dr. Sunsung Kong. He is currently studying on a music
scholarship with Mr. Gareth Owen at Eton College in the UK,
alongside his studies in the Artist Diploma program with Professor
Marian Rybicki at the École Normale de Musique de Paris in
France.
Ryan’s concert career takes him across the globe, most notably
in Europe, Asia, and North America. He has performed in prestigious
venues around the world, including Carnegie Hall and Fondation
Louis Vuitton, and he has appeared on global platforms such as the
Ellen DeGeneres Show and Radio Classique in France. Ryan’s talent
has also led him to perform for distinguished audiences, including
as a Canadian cultural ambassador at the APEC Summit in Beijing in
2014, in a private recital at the Canadian Prime Minister’s
residence, and on Glenn Gould’s own piano in a special event at
Rideau Hall.
Ryan’s dedication and skill have been recognized with numerous
awards, including the 2021 Young Euregio Piano Award, the 29th
International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition for Youth, and the
2023 Jeune Chopin International Piano Competition, among others. In
2023, at the age of 15, he was the youngest musician to be listed
in Classic FM’s Rising Stars “30 under 30”.
The Foundation’s commitment to recognizing young talent aligns
with its broader goals of extending the social and cultural impact
of the arts, drawing from Glenn Gould’s philosophy of music as a
force for harmony, compassion, and mutual understanding. As Ryan
Wang continues to captivate audiences worldwide and furthers his
musical journey, the Glenn Gould Foundation looks forward to
supporting and celebrating young artists like him who carry the
torch of musical excellence into the future.
About The Glenn Gould Foundation The Glenn
Gould Foundation is a registered Canadian charitable organization
based in Toronto. Inspired by the legacy of legendary Canadian
pianist Glenn Gould, the Foundation advances the understanding and
appreciation of Gould’s artistry and his belief in music as a
transformative force in individual lives and across society. The
signature project of The Glenn Gould Foundation is the presentation
of the $100,000 Glenn Gould Prize, one of the world’s most
prestigious awards for artistic achievement, which has sometimes
been referred to as “Canada’s Nobel Prize of the Arts,” because of
its focus on global excellence, innovation, and the power of the
arts to inspire positive impacts throughout society.
RYAN WANG is available for media
interviews. Limited press tickets are also available.
For more information or to schedule interview times, please
contact:
Media Contact:Kelvin YeungAccount
Directorkelvin@hamazakiwong.com778.998.9234
A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
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