ABOUT LAURA’S PIANO STUDIO

Dr. Laura (Lingwen) Luo is passionate about nurturing young musicians and inspiring them to reach their full potential. She also holds a private studio in San Jose, California, she is dedicated to cultivating not only technical excellence but also a deep appreciation for music.

Her students actively participate in recitals, competitions, and international music examinations, consistently achieving top prizes and honors. Through her individualized approach and commitment to artistic growth, Laura empowers her students to develop strong musicianship, confidence, and a lifelong love for music.

STUDENTS’ ACHIEVEMENTS

  • 2025 March: Congrats to student Dominic Li for earning Distinction 142/150 in ABRSM Performance Grade 5.

  • 2025 February: Congrats to students Dominic Li and Royce Yu for being selected to perform and take a masterclass (only five openings) with Sandra Shen, Piano Chair at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music Pre-College Division.

  • 2025 February: Congrats to student Brian Hu and Brianna Hu for winning Gold and Silver Medals at United States Open Music Competition (USOMC) , Open Duet Classical Elementary Group.

  • 2025 February: Congrats to student Benjamin Li for winning Gold Medal at United States Open Music Competition (USOMC) , The Treasure of Classical Composers Elementary Group.

  • 2025 February: Congrats to student Charles Zhou for winning Crystal Medal at United States Open Music Competition (USOMC) , The Treasure of Romantic Composers Junior Group.

  • 2025 February: Congrats to student Samantha Yang & Serena Yang for winning Bronze Medal at United States Open Music Competition (USOMC) , Open Duet Baroque Elementary Group.

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  • 2024 November: Congrats to student Charles Zhou for winning “Excellence“ award and Honor Ribbon at 2024 MTAC Palo Alto Branch Autumn Festival.

  • 2024 November: Congrats to student Dominic Li for winning “Excellence“ award and successfully performed at 2024 MTAC Palo Alto Branch Autumn Festival .

  • 2024 August: Congrats to student Brianna Hu for winning “Special Mention“ at 2024 London International Music Competition.

  • 2024 August: Congrats to student Samantha Yang for winning “Special Mention“ at 2024 London International Music Competition.

  • 2024 July: Congrats to student Brianna Hu for winning “Vivaldi Captivating Expression Special Prize“ at Vivaldi International Music Competition.

  • 2024 July: Congrats to student Brianna Hu for winning the First Prize at Vivaldi International Music Competition in Category Prodigy (Age 7 and Younger).

  • 2024 March: Congrats to student Royce Yu for earning Excellence and State Honor in Certificate of Merit (CM music test) Level 5.

  • 2024 March: Congrats to student Charles Zhou for earning Excellence and State Honor in Certificate of Merit (CM music test) Level 2.

  • 2024 March: Congrats to student Brian Hu for earning Excellence in Certificate of Merit (CM music test) Level 3.

  • 2024 March: Congrats to student Charles Zhou for winning Third Prize Winner at Charleston International Music Competition.

  • 2024 March: Congrats to student Allison Fu for winning Second Prize Winner at Charleston International Music Competition.

  • 2024 February: Congrats to student Dominic Li for winning Gold Medal at United States Open Music Competition (USOMC) , Treasury of Romantic Composers, Junior Category.

  • 2024 February: Congrats to student Brian Gao for winning Silver Medal at United States Open Music Competition (USOMC) , Treasury of Romantic Composers, Elementary Category.

  • 2024 February: Congrats to student Allison Fu for winning Crystal Medal at United States Open Music Competition (USOMC) , Treasury of Romantic Composers, Elementary Category.

  • 2024 February: Congrats to student Royce Yu for winning Second Prize at Paris International Music Competition.

  • 2024 February: Congrats to student Jayden Yu for winning Third Prize at Paris International Music Competition.

  • 2024 February: Congrats to student Charles Zhou for winning Second Prize at US International Open Music Competition in Category Elementary Piano Solo.

  • 2024 January: Congrats to student Angela Jin for earning Distinction 140/150 in ABRSM Performance Grade 5.

  • 2024 January: Congrats to student Jayden Yu for winning Absolute First Prize and Excellent Interpretation Special Prize at Vivaldi International Music Competition in Category Prodigy (Age 7 and Younger).

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  • 2023 October: Congrats to student Brian Hu for winning the First Prize at Vivaldi International Music Competition in Category Prodigy (Age 7 and Younger).

  • 2023 October: Congrats to student Brian Hu for winning the Second Prize at King’s Peak International Music Competition, Piano-Group A.

  • 2023 September: Congrats to student Dominic Li for winning the Second Prize at Royal Mass International Music Competition, Piano-B Category.

  • 2023 July: Congrats to student Dominic Li for winning the First Prize and Excellent Musicianship Special Prize at Vivaldi International Music Competition.

  • 2023 June: Congratulations to student Elsa Dong for earning Distinction 138/150 in ABRSM Performance Grade 8.

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  • 2022 February: Congrats to student Brian Hu for winning Crystal Medal at United States Open Music Competition (USOMC) , Open Solo Category.

  • 2022 February: Congrats to student Royce Yu and Jayden Yu for winning Crystal Medal at United States Open Music Competition (USOMC) Open Duet Category.