• Acceptance to Peabody BM in Piano Performance

• Acceptance to New England Conservatory BM in Piano Performance

• 2nd Prize Winner, Steinway Junior Piano Competition

• 2nd Prize Winner, Los Angeles Liszt Competition (Longer works category)

Studying with Mr. Shihor wasn’t just an ordinary career development process, it was an unforgettable life-changing journey.

Words could never explain how thankful and grateful I am to have met such an amazing teacher and mentor, who helped me realize that in order to grow, I have to let go of self-limiting beliefs, and let my mind and aspirations rise to greater heights.

Throughout the past three years, Mr. Shihor has never failed to bring out the best in me. He often understood me better than I did myself.

His unconditional belief and optimism toward my abilities encouraged me to see beyond the impossible, and his endless support and tremendous details to music helped me understand, feel, and hear music in a whole other level.

Mr. Shihor’s dedication on making my dreams possible pushed me to work harder, give out everything I have, and become the best version of myself.

I’m really grateful to have him help me get accepted into multiple top music conservatories including NEC and Peabody where I was offered almost a full scholarship. I wouldn’t be able to go this far without Mr. Shihor.

— Gabriella Handoko, Studied with Ory Shihor for 3 years