Eli Ye was born in 2016 and began studying piano in January 2024 at the age of seven. Since starting his musical journey, he has developed a strong passion for piano and enjoys learning and performing classical repertoire.
Despite studying piano for a relatively short time, Eli has already earned recognition in competitions. In 2024, he received a Gold Medal at the 15th Edition Bach Festival of the Seattle International Piano Festival, his first piano competition. In 2025, he earned a Bronze Medal at the 13th Edition Classical Viennese Festival of the Seattle International Piano Festival, as well as a Bronze Medal at the Virtuoso Artists Festival.
In addition to piano, Eli is an active ballet student. In 2025, he earned Second Place at the World Ballet Art Competition Grand Prix. In 2026, he was selected among the Top 24 dancers in the Pre-Competitive Classical Division at the Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) Seattle Regional Semi-Final.
Outside of the performing arts, Eli enjoys mathematics and soccer. He is grateful for the support of his family and teacher and looks forward to continuing his artistic growth through both music and dance.
Watch Eli Ye perform Sonata in B-flat Major, C.27, Allegro by Domenico Cimarosa on the piano for the 2026 Summer Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.