Winners of the 12th Edition have been announced. Congratulations!

Chloe Chenrui Ng
World’s Best Musicians Absolute Winner

Chloe Chenrui Ng

Chloe Ng is a young pianist from Rockville, Maryland whose musical journey began at age four under the guidance of Ms. Vivian Kwok. Her talent emerged early—within her first year of study she earned her first award and made her debut at Carnegie Hall in New York City. Now 13 years old, Chloe continues to grow as a thoughtful and expressive musician.

In 2025, Chloe earned her High School Diploma in Social Music (National Guild of Piano) with distinction grade, awarded by examination through the National Piano Playing Auditions and sealed by the American College of Musicians (NGPT)—a credential typically pursued by much older students. This milestone reflects her disciplined training, technical command, and deepening musical maturity.
Over the years, Chloe has distinguished herself in numerous international competitions, consistently receiving top honors (30+ awards) across many prestigious national and international competitions, including her most recent GOLD PRIZE with Special Mention – Beethoven Award – International Music Competition (2026). Her performances have been recognized for their clarity, sensitivity, and artistic poise, earning her opportunities to perform at venues such as Carnegie Hall, Merkin Hall, and the Center for Fine Arts (BOZAR) in Brussels, Belgium. She has also been featured in festivals and competitions that celebrate young artists from around the world, where her interpretations of classical, Romantic, and Impressionist repertoire have drawn praise for their nuance and expressive color.
Beyond the competition stage, Chloe is an active performer in her community. She has been invited to appear at the City of Rockville International Night for several consecutive years, as well as the City of Rockville’s Lunar New Year Celebration and cultural events hosted by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. These engagements reflect not only her musicianship but also her ability to connect with diverse audiences through music.

Chloe continues to expand her repertoire and artistic voice. She currently attends Julius West Middle School in Rockville, Maryland, where she balances her academic studies with her ongoing musical development.