
Harry Li is a Chinese Canadian pianist, educator, and arranger whose mission is to make music more relatable and accessible to all. As a concert organizer and artistic leader, he has curated and managed numerous performances that highlight both traditional and contemporary repertoire, guiding projects from artistic conception to stage realization. His creative leadership reflects his commitment to connecting diverse audiences through meaningful and innovative concert experiences.
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Passionate about expanding the concert repertoire, Harry is a strong advocate for evolving genres, including video game music and piano transcriptions. His inventive approach includes arranging works for formats ranging from solo piano to small ensembles. In performance, he often presents his own transcribed works—such as Ravel’s String Quartet in F Major and Driven by the Stars from Monster Hunter: World—demonstrating his dedication to bridging classical and modern musical worlds.
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As an educator, Harry fosters a comprehensive understanding of piano playing by drawing inspiration from conductors, composers, and other instrumentalists. He encourages his students to interpret the messages beyond the notes and empowers them to make informed artistic decisions. His teaching emphasizes the connection between physical movement and sound, helping students find the most natural and effective ways to achieve expressive results.
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Harry holds a Master of Music and Graduate Performance Diploma from the Longy School of Music of Bard College. His performances have taken him to international venues including Edward M. Pickman Concert Hall (Cambridge, USA), Teatro Filo (Cremona, Italy), and Arlington Street Church (Boston, MA). In addition to his performance and teaching career, he co-organized the MMTA Bay State Piano Competition in 2023 and 2024 and has been an active participant in professional conferences such as the MTNA National Conference—continually expanding his expertise and network within the music community.
