Qianqian Xie

Qianqian Xie's musical journey began in her homeland of China, where she discovered her passion for the piano at the tender age of four. Since 2015, she studied at Shanghai Conservatory of Music, working with the famous pianist Fugen Wei. She made her first appearance at the iSING! Suzhou International Young Artists Music Festival in 2019. Her remarkable skills have earned her recognition as the winner of both the Liszt Memorial Prizes at the Hong Kong International Piano Open Competition and The Fifth Internationaler Deutscher Irmler-Klavierwettbewerb. Ms. Xie has performed in concert halls both in China and abroad.

In 2020, Qianqian Xie enrolled in The Hartt School for her Master's studies under Prof. Maggie Francis, and her academic achievements have earned her a life membership in the Pi Kappa Lambda honor society. Having completed her Master of Music degree, she is a current Doctor of Musical Arts degree candidate at The Hartt School, guided by Prof. Jose Ramos Santana.

Recently, apart from her performance career, Ms. Xie's natural inclination for teaching and approachable personality led her to become a Graduate Teaching Assistant at The Hartt School. In this role, she has been working with numerous undergraduate students, nurturing their musical abilities and fostering their growth. Additionally, as an experienced educator, Ms. Xie provides private piano lessons to graduate students majoring in music education and has also worked as a music history and theory teacher for postgraduate candidates in Shanghai. Many of her students have been accepted to Shanghai Conservatory of Music.

Teaching Philosophy

For me, music is not just about mastering an instrument, but it is also the transformative process of becoming an admirable person of character.

In my teaching approach, I celebrate the uniqueness of each student, recognizing their distinct musical voice and creative instincts. My goal is to inspire in my students a voracious hunger for learning, embracing challenges with eagerness, and cultivating a lifelong joy in the noble pursuit of perfection. I believe that acknowledging our continuous growth, and humbly recognizing there is always more to learn, is vital in this journey. Music should be an enjoyable experience, but also a powerful tool for personal growth, helping students become admirable individuals with integrity.