Recently, students from the Yehudi Menuhin School Qingdao have achieved outstanding results in multiple music competitions and academic selections both at home and abroad. From the national music hallmark "The Chinese Golden Bell Award for Music" to the international classical music event "Haydn Competition Vienna," and from the St. Petersburg International Competition to the Outstanding Student Selection in Qingdao West Coast New Area, these students have gained widespread recognition with their professional prowess and all-round qualities. These honors not only acknowledge the individual efforts of the students but also vividly reflect the school's "holistic education" philosophy and international cultivation system.

I. Professional Competitions: Musical Glory on the International Stage

1. The 15th Chinese Golden Bell Award for Music: National-Level Musical Authority Certification

The "15th Chinese Golden Bell Award for Music" jointly hosted by the China Federation of Literary and Art Circles and the Chinese Musicians Association, is one of the most influential professional music competitions in China.

Liu Yinglu (trumpet), Ma Tianyi (French horn), and Yi Miyangguang (French horn) advanced to the national finals of the Golden Bell Award after going through the provincial selections;

Wang Zikang (piano) won the second prize in the Shandong Provincial Selection;

Advising teachers: Dai Zhonghui (trumpet), Xu Fei (piano), Gu Cong (French horn), and Man Yi (French horn).

2. 2025 National Art Carnival for Future Musicians: Youthful Brilliance on the CCTV Stage

This is a national-level competition hosted by CCTV Education Channel, focusing on the comprehensive artistic qualities of young people. Professor Li Lansong, the head of the Woodwind Department at our school, was specially invited for an exclusive interview.

Zhang Zimo (Grade 8) and Chen Miqi (Grade 9) won the gold medal with their exquisite duet performance, showcasing the teaching achievements of our school's concept that "the stage is the classroom."

Advising teacher: Li Lansong

3. St. Petersburg International Music Competition: An International Testing Ground for Classical Music

The St. Petersburg International Music Competition is dedicated to discovering outstanding young students. It is a competitive platform that places greater emphasis on educational significance and is more suitable for young musicians to gain experience. It is also one of the important cultural exchange projects between China and Russia.

Liu Zuohan won the second prize, demonstrating his solid playing skills.

Advising teacher: He Shucong

4. The 8th Haydn Piano & Haydn String Competition at the 2025 Vienna International Music Festival: The Oriental Voice from the Birthplace of Classical Music

The Vienna International Music Festival is one of the globally renowned classical music competitions, committed to discovering young musicians, promoting international music and cultural exchanges, and providing opportunities for in-depth learning and communication for young musicians.

Sheila Fu (Fu Wandi): Special Grand Prize in String Group A (Professional), Advising teacher: Chen Xueqing

Luo Yuchen: Special Grand Prize in String Group B (Professional), Advising teacher: Chen Xueqing

Cui Zixiu: Gold Prize in String Children's Group C, Advising teacher: Chen Xueqing

Chen Yixuan: Gold Prize in String Group B (Professional), Advising teacher: Ding Zuo

Bai Yongxuan: Gold Prize in String Group B (Professional), Advising teacher: Ding Zuo

Bi Junzi: Gold Prize in String Junior Group B, Advising teachers: Yu Mingqing, Ding Zuo

Shao Mingxuan: Gold Prize in String Group B (Professional), Advising teachers: Yu Mingqing, Liu Bojun

II. Academics and Overall Qualities

The selection of outstanding students is conducted among over 200,000 primary and secondary school students in the west coast new area. Through a systematic assessment of students' academic performance, social practice, artistic qualities, and other diverse comprehensive qualities, only a handful of students are honored with this accolade each year.

Wang Shenlin (Grade 8) has become a role model for young people in the west coast new area, thanks to his top-ranking performance across all subjects and his artistic accomplishments.

This honor serves as evidence of the effectiveness of the school's "holistic education" philosophy: placing equal emphasis on musical talents and academic abilities, and cultivating both professional expertise and comprehensive qualities. It provides students with multiple pathways to gain admission to the world's top universities.