On Sunday, June 11, 2023, Haoyue Sun, the exceptional young pianist, performed at Zankel Hall of Carneige Hall in New York City. This marked the third stop of his international solo tour, “The Piano Recital Global Tour”, following his dazzling performance in Beijing and Paris. The concert at the world-renowned Carnegie Hall offers an inspiring platform for Haoyue to share his musical talent.
Born in 2010, Haoyue Sun has quickly risen to prominence in the classical music world. His soothing and delicate performance style coupled with outstanding technical mastery has won him numerous national and international awards. Haoyue currently studies under acclaimed German pianist Yan Ren.
The purpose of this tour is to promote cultural exchange, encourage young talent, and pay tribute to the masters of music. By performing at renowned classical music venues around the world, the young pianist is looking forward to inspiring audiences of all ages with his exquisite interpretations of timeless classics.
The universal language of music has a unique capacity to bring people together. Through this tour, Haoyue aims to build bridges, forging connections across cultures and generations. His repertoire, which spans from baroque to contemporary works, beautifully illustrates the rich tapestry of human creativity in music. The performances are also meant to ignite the spark of curiosity and passion in young, budding musicians who might be in the audience, showing them the heights they can achieve with dedication and hard work.
Above all, each performance stands as a testament to the timeless brilliance of the great composers whose works continue to resonate centuries after their creation. In this way, Haoyue Sun’s global tour serves as both a tribute to musical heritage and a beacon of hope for the future of classical music.
The concert featured solo performances and orchestra concertos, including works by Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Chopin, and the Chinese composer Xian Xinghai. Haoyue’s extraordinary talent and love for music shine through his performances, promising an unforgettable evening for all attendees.
Haoyue Sun’s impeccable performance of Mendelssohn’s Ronda Capriccioso Op.14 and Piano Concerto No. 1 left the audience awe-struck. The depth of his interpretation of Chopin’s nocturnes showcased his delicate sensitivity, whilst Xinghai’s Yellow River Piano Concerto reflected his ability to powerfully channel diverse cultural experiences. The combined charisma of Haoyue and his supporting orchestras provided a transcendent journey through the realms of classical music, cementing the New York leg of his global tour as a triumph.
This concert series started in Beijing in April 2023, with the Beijing Symphony Orchestra, followed by Paris, New York, and Vancouver. Notable orchestras including the Beijing Symphony Orchestra, the Orchestra Colonne, the Asian Cultural Symphony of the USA, and the Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra accompany Haoyue Sun on this grand journey.
