Los Angeles pianist and composer Huang Yongyu has once again garnered recognition for her talents in the music industry. The “Music Teachers’ Association of California” awarded her second place in their contemporary composition competition, where she will be performing her winning piece, Journey of Life Impromptu Trio, at the upcoming award ceremony on June 29th.
Huang Yongyu recently participated in the “Asian American Classical Initiative” at Mount Saint Mary’s University, where she presented works by Asian-American composers alongside Korean-American violinist Andrew Kwon and cellist Daniel Lim. The trio’s performance of “The Journey of the Heart” received high praise from pianist Dr. Hui Wu.
This year has been filled with exciting opportunities for Huang Yongyu, who also performed at the “Taiwan Mindfulness Day” and February 28th Commemorative Concert. Her piece, “Heart Journey”, was inspired by the Tao Te Ching and dedicated to her music enlightenment teacher, Zhou Lizi.
With only four years of composing experience, Huang Yongyu has already made a significant impact in the music world. Her compositions draw inspiration from life observations and reflections, covering a range of topics from personal experiences to global issues like the Ukraine-Russia war.
Huang Yongyu’s dedication to using music for social causes is evident in her upcoming participation in the “Jewish Holocaust” memorial concert in Pasadena on May 5th. She hopes to honor the victims of historical atrocities and promote peace and understanding in today’s world.
In addition to her musical pursuits, Huang Yongyu is actively planning the Hualien 0403 Earthquake Relief Fundraising Concert, scheduled for June 8th. The event aims to support earthquake relief efforts in Hualien and is a testament to Huang Yongyu’s commitment to using music for charitable causes.
As she continues to inspire through her music and humanitarian efforts, Huang Yongyu’s passion for creating a better world shines brightly in all she does.