Age: 10

1. When and how did you get started practicing your art form? 

I played piano with my grandfather at home from a very young age and started taking professional lessons from Benjamin Chan in 2018 at Place des Arts. 

1. How does winning this scholarship help you achieve your goals?   

Scholarship would help my parents with the financial burden, and it would give me confidence in continuing to pursue my goal of being a pianist. 

1. How has your teacher helped you achieve your goals?   

Ms. Christina Krystecki believed in my talent and provided guidance & instructions to help me develop my skills. She encourages me to push my boundaries and reach my full potential.  

1. Share a story about your time at Place des Arts. It can be about an inspiring moment, an impactful relationship or your fondest memory.   

When I was recognized for my gold medal from the RCM exams at Place des Arts recital, I felt happy and proud of my achievements, which motivated me to keep going.  

1. Who is your role model and why?  

I have many powerful role models in my family that I look up to.  Everyone in my family plays piano and that has been the inspiration for me to fall in love with music from my birth.