Natalia Xia

Yishan(Natalia) Xia, 15, began playing piano at the age of 4. Under the mentorship of her instructor Clarisse Chen, Natalia has garnered numerous awards at various music festivals and competitions, including VKMF, VAYA, CDMF, BCRMTA, and the BC Provincial Festival. She had the opportunity to perform with the CSO in 2024. Alongside her solo achievements, she finds joy in collaborating with other musicians; in 2024, her chamber group earned 2nd place at the Provincial Festival. In 2019, Natalia extended her love of music to the flute, placing first in Junior Woodwinds and second in Intermediate at the Provincial Festival and the Canada West Festival. Last June, she performed a flute concerto with the RDYO, continuing to share her passion for music.