Durray is a 6-year-old pianist who began private piano lessons with Nicole Badea in September 2025 at the age of five. From an early age, he showed a natural ear for music and an ability to quickly pick up songs and melodies. Since beginning formal lessons, Durray has enjoyed learning new music, developing his piano skills, and performing for others. He made his recital debut at a spring recital and continues to grow in confidence as a young musician. Durray loves all kinds of music and especially enjoys the process of learning, playing, and performing.
Watch Durray Ripley perform Sonatina Piccolina by Gilbert Debenedetti on the piano for the 2026 World Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.