Daniel Min Jiang, who is originally from New Zealand and now lives in Australia, is currently in the sixth grade of primary school. At just 11 years old, he has been studying piano for almost two years. 🎹 Despite his short time of formal study, Daniel has demonstrated remarkable talent and dedication to music. He is passionate about both music composition and classical music. His favorite composers include Bach, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt. Daniel has memorized and can perform an impressive number of works, including Beethoven’s 36 piano sonatas, Chopin’s 24 Etudes, 20 Waltzes, 4 Ballades, and 4 Scherzos, as well as Liszt’s 12 Transcendental Etudes. His ability to play a wide range of styles and genres showcases his deep musical understanding.
In addition to his performance achievements, Daniel creates music every day, composing by hand just like the great classical composers. His daily creative practice demonstrates not only his dedication to music but also his natural talent for musical expression and innovation.