Celine Merritt began studying piano at the age of five in 2016. Since 2022, she has been a regular participant in piano festivals organized by the Oregon Music Teachers Association (OMTA), where she has earned multiple Outstanding Achievement awards. Celine finds joy in practicing piano, viewing it as the most meaningful way to connect with the emotions and stories behind the music. She especially loves performing for family and friends, sharing the unique joy that live music brings. For her, each new piece is not only a challenge but also a source of fulfillment and personal growth. Outside of music, Celine enjoys playing tennis, snowboarding, drawing, and studying chemistry and biology with her father.
You can find Celine’s 2023 International Piano Competition performance here.
Watch Celine Merritt perform Fantaisie Impromptu by Frédéric Chopin on the piano for the 19th Century Music Competition 2025 as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.
Watch Celine Merritt perform Mendelssohn Piano Concerto in G Minor, No. 1, 3rd Movement by Felix Mendelssohn on the piano for the 2025 Autumn Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.