Huang Naiwei
Mr. Huang Naiwei is one of the most promising pianists in Hong Kong. His improvisational playing has been highly praised by the renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma, who described him as an “impressive talent.” The legendary Chinese piano maestro Liu Shikun also commended him as one of the few pianists today capable of improvising across various musical styles. Huang has performed solo concerts and delivered masterclasses throughout Asia and Europe. He has collaborated with orchestras such as the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra, and Hong Kong City Chamber Orchestra, as well as with conductors like Tan Dun, Leung Kin-fung, and Zhang Zhen. He was also invited to perform at festivals, including the Mozart 260th Anniversary series, the Shanghai Spring International Music Festival, the Shenzhen International Piano Festival, and Art Basel. Additionally, he has served as a judge in various competitions. Huang received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in music, majoring in piano, at the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (HKAPA) under Professor Gabriel Kwok. He also studied under the legendary pianist and educator Dmitri Bashkirov at the summer piano academy at Mozarteum University of Salzburg. He now works as a part-time instructor at HKAPA, a guest lecturer at the University of Hong Kong School of Professional and Continuing Education (HKU SPACE), and a council member of the Greater Bay Area Art Education Association.