Claire Yuen is a 9-year-old pianist who began her musical journey at the age of six. From an early age, Claire developed a deep love for the piano and especially enjoys performing the works of Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin. She is drawn to the beauty, emotion, and musical storytelling found in Chopin’s music and enjoys exploring the expressive qualities of each piece.
Since beginning her piano studies, Claire has participated in numerous piano competitions and festivals, earning multiple Gold medals for her performances. These experiences have helped her develop not only her technical skills, but also her confidence, musical expression, and passion for performing.
Claire continues to study piano with dedication and enjoys challenging herself with increasingly advanced repertoire. She particularly loves learning Chopin’s works and hopes to continue developing her artistry while sharing her love of music with audiences.
Watch Claire Yuen perform Nocturne in C Sharp Minor by Frédéric François Chopin on the piano for the 2026 World Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.