60 young dreamers.
17 finalists.
One unforgettable night.
Who claimed the title of
“Harrow Shenzhen Young Musician of the Year”?
A Celebration
of Talent and Passion
On 12 June, the 2025 Harrow Shenzhen Youth Music Competition concluded in spectacular fashion—an evening filled with talent, emotion, and excellence.
Piano (Advanced)
Piano (Intermediate)
Instrumental (Advanced)
Instrumental (Intermediate)
Judged by:
Pianist Eduard Garcia Carles
and Violinist Tim Chen.
Awards Ceremony
Piano (Advanced)
Champion
Emma L.
Runner-up
Cathy W.
Piano (Intermediate)
Champion
Thomas Z.
Runner-up
Masahiro W.
Instrumental (Advanced)
Champion
Victor L.
Runner-up
Emily H.
Instrumental (Intermediate)
Champion
Jenny J.
Runner-up
Evie W.
Mr. Joe Hill-jayne,
Whole School Director of Music
“Competitions are not just about winning—they’re about discovering flow, and the joy of being one with the music.”
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Why We
Pursue Musical Talent
Beyond the stage, we seek to uncover something deeper:
Innate Musical Sensitivity – A natural instinct for melody and rhythm.
Exceptional Expressiveness – The ability to tell stories through music.
Academic Potential – A drive to explore the intellectual depth behind musical technique.
At Harrow Shenzhen, our ultimate goal is academic and artistic excellence.
Winners of the competition are invited to join the Merit-based Scholarship Programme, where they benefit from:
Structured Development:
One-on-one masterclasses and personalised growth pathways.
Global Exposure:
Opportunities to perform at prestigious venues and events.
Academic Enquiry:
Transitioning from performer to scholar through exploration of music theory and history.
Creative Innovation:
Projects in AI-assisted composition and cross-genre experiments, blending classical, jazz, and contemporary styles.
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The Higher Purpose
of Music Education
Music education at Harrow Shenzhen goes beyond performance—it fosters intellectual growth, emotional expression, and creative innovation. By blending technical mastery with theoretical depth, students learn to appreciate music as both an art and a rigorous academic discipline. Our aim is to nurture well-rounded individuals who can analyse, create, and communicate through music, while exploring its intersections with technology, culture, and well-being. Whether pursuing performance, composition, or music research, students are empowered to become scholars, storytellers, and future leaders in a global musical landscape.
Could You Be the
Next Musical Prodigy?
Follow us to stay inspired—
and visit Harrow Shenzhen to explore
how we nurture the next generation
of world-class musicians and scholars.
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Harrow Shenzhen extends the warmest of welcomes to all prospective parents and pupils at its Open Events. You will have the chance to meet key staff, visit our outstanding facilities, interact with current pupils and see for yourselves just what makes our School so different.
