XXIX International Chopin Festival
"Lato z Chopinem"
named after Barbara Hesse-Bukowska
Busko-Zdrój, July  17-21, 2024  

Haruki Takeuchi, 14, an 8th grader of Farragut Middle School Knoxville, TN. He began studying piano at the age of 7 with Stephanie Northington, currently studies under Dr. David Northington. 

Recently, Haruki was awarded the 1st place in the Tennessee Music Teachers Association State Competition in 2019, The 1st place in the Memphis International Piano Competition in 2019, The 1st Place in the Steinway Fun Piano Competition in 2020. He was also awarded other numerous prizes. 

He took many Masterclasses, and recently studied with Cyprien Katsaris at the 40th Kirishima International Music Festival in Japan. Also, he has been enjoying violin at Knoxville Youth Symphony Orchestra.