Stella, age 6, is a young pianist from New York City with a deep love for music and creative expression. She began her piano studies a year ago and has been captivated by the instrument ever since, studying under Nuné Arsenyan of Above the Notes.
Stella draws inspiration from everywhere around her, including the energy and rhythm of city life in New York, the wonder of museum visits, and the quiet beauty of nature at her mountain home. These experiences fuel a vivid imagination that she channels into her music, using the piano as a way to express her deepest feelings and boldest ideas.
Beyond the piano, Stella has a rich musical spirit. She loves singing and is drawn to musical theater. Her imagination spills over into drawing, where she loves to create and tell stories through art, and she is an active, curious child who also enjoys swimming and tennis.
At just six years old, Stella plays with heart and curiosity. She dreams of one day sharing music that moves people the way it moves her, and this is just the beginning of her musical journey.
Watch Stella Feng perform Bagatelle No. 25 in A minor “Für Elise” by Ludwig van Beethoven on the piano for the 2026 Autumn Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.