Yi Tong is a pianist and piano teacher from Malaysia. He completed his undergraduates degree with first class honours studying with Graham Caskie at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama in 2021. With an entrance scholarship, he recently graduated from the Royal Northern College of Music Master’s degree with a Distinction in performance under tutelage of Colin Stone.

Yi Tong was the winner in the Eric Hodges Beethoven Prize in 2021. In the Appelbe Piano Prize in the North London Music Festival, he was highly commended by adjudicator James Kirby and Virginia Black in 2018 and 2019 respectively. He has also performed in several places including the Buxton United Reformed Church, Church of Saint Edwards and Newport Cathedral during his studies.

Whilst pursuing his degree in Cardiff, Yi Tong also started his teaching career in 2018.  He continued teaching as he moved to Manchester, as well as Malaysia whenever he returns. He especially enjoys working with students on deepening their musical understanding and appreciation.

Music Qualifications & Achievements:

• Bachelor of Music with Honours (First class)
• Master of Music (Distinction)