An Evening ofMusic & Growth

Join us for a heartwarmingcelebration of the talent, passion, andeffort of our young pianists.

This special evening will highlightthe dedication, progress, andmusical accomplishments ofour students.

Their accomplishments deserveto be shared, and we invite you toenjoy an evening filled withbeautiful piano performances.

June 4, 2025Wednesday, 6:15pmSteinway Hall

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DETAILS

Event Details

Date & Time

June 4, 2025Wednesday, 6:15 PM

(※ Students arrive by 5:55 PM)

Location

Steinway Hall, New York City

1133 Avenue of the AmericasNew York, NY 10036

Student Arrival Time

Students must arrive by5:55 PM

Student Dress Code

Semi-Formal Attire

✢ Dress, suit, or shirt with tie✢ Dress shoes required

Guest Policy

Each student may bringup to 4 guests.

Need additional seats?Please contact Leanna directly—She’ll do her best to accommodate.

Student Arrival Time

Group & family photo sessionwith students

A wonderful way tocapture memories andcelebrate the moment!

Event Duration

Approximately6:15 PM – 8:00 PM(including photos)

Parking Information

No parking provided.Please plan to use street parkingor nearby paid garages.

Our Young

ARTISTS

Ari Pistoli
Austin Xu
Cynthia Horan
Emily Noh
Ian Kim
Michael Lee
Warren Hong
Aria Yi
Charlotte Kim
Eli Noh
Estelle Nam
Kaitlynne Hong
Olivia Kim
Olivia Xu

Program

ARI PISTOLI

Selections fromMy First Piano AdventureNANCY FABER

I. Gallop, PonyII. Ice Cream DogIII. Airplane PilotIV. Mary Had a Little LambV. Wolfgang's Theme

CHARLOTTE KIM

Selections fromPiano AdventureNANCY FABER

I. Boogie on BroadwayII. Mr.McGill's Boop Sha-BooIII. Ode to JoyIV. Our Detective AgencyV. Coconut ShuffleVI. Spring

ARIA YI

Music Box MelodyMELODY BOBER

25 Progressive pieces, Op.100FRIEDRICH BURGMÜLLER

I. ArabesqueII. Sincerity

EMILY NOH

Willow Tree WaltzNANCY FABER

ESTELLE NAM

25 Progressive pieces, Op.100FRIEDRICH BURGMÜLLER

I. ArabesqueII. Innocence

AUSTIN XU

Für Elise from BagatelleNo.25 in A Minor, woO 59LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN

ELI NOH

Nocturne in E-flat Major,Op.9 No.2FRÉDÉRIC CHOPIN

MICHAEL LEE

Jazz Rags and BluesMARTHA MIER

I. Steamboat RagII. Good Time Rag

IAN KIM

Nocturne in E-flat Major,Op.9 No.2FRÉDÉRIC CHOPIN

OLIVIA KIM

Clair de Lune fromSuite Bergamasque, L.75CLAUDE DEBUSSY

KAITLYNNE HONG

Nocturne in F Minor, Op.55FRÉDÉRIC CHOPIN

OLIVIA XU

Piano Sonata No.8in C Minor, Op.13"Pathétique"LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN

I. Third Movement : Rondo. Allegro

WARREN HONG

Fantaisie-Impromptuin C-sharp Minor,Op. posth. 66FRÉDÉRIC CHOPIN

CYNTHIA HORAN

Ballade No.1in G Minor, Op.23FRÉDÉRIC CHOPIN

Teacher’s Bio

Piano✢ Instructor✢ Performer✢ Educator

Leanna Yoo

Leanna Yoo is a dedicated and passionate music educator with over a decade of experience in piano instruction, performance, composition, and collaborative musicianship. With a strong classical foundation and a student-centered approach, she inspires young musicians to explore their creativity, develop technical skills, and build a lifelong appreciation for music.

Leanna specializes in guiding students through their first steps in musicteaching them how to read sheet music, understand rhythm and harmony, and explore a variety of musical genres. She integrates music theory, history, ear training, and instrumental techniques into her lessons, carefully adapting her teaching style to suit the needs and learning styles of each individual student.

In addition to her teaching work, Leanna is a certified NYSSMA adjudicator, providing detailed, constructive evaluations to students across New York State. As a certified Steinway & Sons Educational Partner, active member of Music Teacher National Association (MTNA) and an experienced performer and accompanist, she brings a broad and dynamic perspective to music education.

Her early training was shaped by her studies at Juilliard Pre-College. Leanna holds a Bachelor and Master of Music from Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University, her second Master of Music degree in Chamber Music Piano from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, and a Professional Studies Certificate in Piano Performance from the Manhattan School of Music.

Areas of Expertise : Piano Performance & Instruction Music Theory, History & Appreciation Chamber Music & Collaborative Performance Composition & Music Production Choir Accompaniment & Conducting NYSSMA Preparation & Evaluation Child Development & Adaptive Teaching Strategies Technology in Music Education