Monday, July 15, 2024

Everett Leigh | 2nd Prize | Piano | 11th Edition | ENKOR Int'l Music Competition


Under the esteemed guidance of Professor Ethan Dong since the early age of nine, Everett's extraordinary aptitude has garnered widespread recognition from prominent figures and educators within the field. Now at the age of thirteen, he has demonstrated prodigious talent that has captured the attention of distinguished performers and mentors. Eminent personalities including Professor Boris Berman, Professor William Grant Naboré, Professor Li-Shan Hung, Professor Haewon Song, Professor Robert Shannon, Professor Stanislav and Tatiana Ioudenitch, as well as the globally renowned Alessandro Deljavan, Adam Coden, Carl Cranmer, and Eric Lu, have duly acknowledged his exceptional capabilities.

Moreover, Everett's remarkable journey has led him to grace esteemed venues such as Carnegie Hall, Disney Hall, the Soka Art Performing Center, the Nixon Library, and Alex Theater on multiple occasions. His performances have amassed an impressive tally of over 45 victories in international competitions. Everett has appeared as a soloist with the Vicente Chamber Orchestra of California, Pacific Symphony, San Diego Symphony, Santa Barbara Symphony, and Glendale Youth Orchestra.

Remarkably, Everett not only holds Special Congress recognitions but also a distinguished position as the sole Junior Piano Soloist appointed by the United Nations—an achievement that stands as a testament to his exceptional talents and unwavering dedication. Over the past biennium, he has been a prominent presence at various high-profile events, representing UNITAR. Notably, he contributed significantly to the ""Piano Recital Recording Concert for Refugees"" initiative, held at the United Nations Plaza in New York. His captivating performances and insightful interviews have also been prominently featured in a documentary produced by the United Nations.

In addition to his remarkable musical achievements, Everett distinguishes himself as a leader of the Opus Music Foundation, a champion swimmer, a holder of a Taekwondo Black Belt, an expert in Pokémon lore, and a seasoned globetrotter.

https://youtu.be/BWEK-svtB1s

Everett Leigh, Johann Strauss, concert arabesques on motifs by Johann Strauss ""By the Beautiful Blue Danube"