Kirk returns from Hong Kong

Dr. Ned Kirk, Music Department, just returned from Hong Kong where he served on the jury of the Hong Kong International Piano Invitation Competition. Over three days, he heard 320 pianists, ages 5 - 21. These 320 were the finalists from more than 4,000 applicants. Preliminary rounds of the competition were held all around China with the finals taking place in Hong Kong. In addition, Dr. Kirk visited two high schools and worked with numerous piano students in small master class settings.