May 6 2024, 10:00am-12:45pm: Piano Age Group Recital (Age 10 and under Group 1)
May 6 2024, 3:45pm-5:10pm: Piano Age 10 and under (Bach)
May 10 2024, 1:15pm-6:00pm: Piano Age Group Recital (Age 13 and under Group 1)
Jeffrey's Piano Events, Western Australia & Europe Concerts in May 2024
| May 06 2024, 10:00am-12:45pm | Fremantle Eisteddfod Competition 2024 , Piano Age Group Recital (Age 10 and under Group 1) |
| May 06 2024, 03:45pm-05:10pm | Fremantle Eisteddfod Competition 2024, Piano Age 10 and under (Bach) |
| May 10 2024, 01:15pm-06:00pm | Fremantle Eisteddfod Competition 2024 Piano Age Group Recital (Age 13 and under Group 1) |
| May 15 2024 at 01:00 PM | Concert at One, St George's Cathedral, Perth, Western Australia |
| May 22-26 2024 | 31st International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition for Children and Youth in Szafarnia, Poland |
| May 24 2024 11:00pm | Concert at Karol Szymanowski Music School in Torun, Poland |
| May 28 2024 | Concert at Capital Center for Cultural Education in Warsaw, Poland |
Concert at One, St George's Cathedral
FREE entry! The Cathedral’s annual “Concerts at One” are an increasingly popular series, ideally timed to suit shoppers, city workers, seniors, school groups, and tourists on a day trip to Perth. These concerts provide an opportunity for talented students to perform in a unique environment to an appreciative audience.
Jeffrey will perform a recital concert at the cathedral.
31st International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition for Children and Youth in Szafarnia, Poland
The International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition for Children and Youth in Szafarnia, now over three decades old and featuring over 1,500 participants from 52 countries, is a major cultural event promoting Chopin's music and Polish culture, attracting young talent to the historic, inspirational site of Chopin's youth.
Jeffrey has impressively passed through a highly competitive audition process, securing his spot as one of only 17 young pianists selected globally in his age category (under 10 years old). Amongst these 17 globally, Jeffrey is the only one representing Western Australia. He is participating the competition at 23rd May 2024.
Recital at Zespół Szkół Muzycznych im. Karola Szymanowskiego w Toruniu
The Toruń Music School, with a rich 80-year history tied to Poland's cultural heritage since 1918, offers a comprehensive educational journey for young musicians, expanding from its foundational period through significant historical milestones to fostering artistic and academic achievements in a wide array of musical and general disciplines.
Jeffrey has also been invited to perform a solo piano recital concert to the school within a series of "The morning for children and teenagers".
Concert at Capital Center for Cultural Education in Warsaw, Poland
The Capital Cultural Education Centre is a local government institution dedicated to the cultural education of children, youth, and teachers in Warsaw Old Town serve multiple educational and cultural purposes.
Jeffrey is invited to perform a solo piano concert at the centre in Warsaw.
BIO
A Young Prodigy's Journey
Jeffrey Shield, born in April 2014 in Perth, Western Australia, started piano lessons at age 6.5 years old. He trained under Dr Dobromiła Jaskot from October 2020 to December 2022 and has been studying under Ivy Chan at the Yoon Sen Lee Music School in Western Australia since January 2023.
In March 2024, at the age of 9, Jeffrey took the ATCL Piano Performance Diploma Exam of Trinity College London, marking a significant milestone in his musical odyssey, and passed the exam with Distinction.
Jeffrey's participation in the "International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition for Children and Youth 2024" in Poland stands as a testament to his dedication and talent. His successful selection as one of the 17 pianists globally in the under-10 age category highlights his remarkable achievement.
Throughout his musical journey spanning 3.5 years, Jeffrey has achieved various awards and certifications, including first prizes at Ashdale Got Talent 2022, the North of Perth Music Festival in September 2023, Fremantle Eisteddfod Competition 2024 Age 10 and Under (JS Bach) and two consecutive years of the Fastest Learner Competition Winner in 2023 and 2024. His outstanding talent was recognised by receiving the Best Student Award of 2023 at Yoon Sen Lee Music School and gaining several prizes on such occasions as the West Australian Music Teachers Association (WAMTA) Recital & Concerto Competitions, Fremantle Eisteddfod Classical Music Competitions, the West Australian Pianist Competitions, and received special awards from the Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB).
Through 3.5 years of his piano learning journey, Jeffrey has played over 35 public performances, including concerts, events, and competitions. Noteworthy performances include a solo performance for former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison during his visit to Perth in 2022, as well as engagements at significant events such as WAGSMS at Crown Theatre Perth in June 2023 with over 2000 audiences, and the performance at "The Piano Artistry 2023" event in April 2023, further enhancing his reputation as a promising pianist in Western Australia.
While he will be in Poland for Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition for Children and Youth, he's also set to perform two solo concerts: one at Karol Szymanowski Music School in Torun and another at the Capital Center for Cultural Education in Warsaw. Jeffrey’s talent and successful career have been featured in local newspapers and online news in Perth, Western Australia.
Jeffrey has gained a significant recognition on social media. His YouTube channel, boasting over 14,000 subscribers with 2 million channel views, serves as a platform for showcasing his piano prowess to global audiences.
Check out Jeffrey's YouTube channel, Facebook page and Instagram for an in-depth look at his musical journey!
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