Student Achievements & Recital Gallery | Keys Strings Music Studio Mahwah NJ
Students of Cristina Huang have performed at Carnegie Hall and won 1st place at the Crescendo International Music Competition and Little Mozarts International Music Competition. View recital photos from Steinway Hall New York and other venues.
Awards & Recognition
Honoured for Musical Excellence
Recognition from some of the most respected names in music education and performance.
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Global Music Award – Silver
Global Music Awards
Silver recipient recognising outstanding artistry and contribution to music as a performing and recording artist.
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Steinway Educator Partner
Steinway & Sons
Recognised by the world's most prestigious piano maker as an educator of distinction — a mark trusted by music families worldwide.
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Master of Music
New York University (NYU)
Graduate-level musical training at one of the world's most prestigious conservatories, bringing academic depth to every lesson.
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Recording Artist
Original Albums Released
Released original albums as a professional performing artist, bringing real-world musical experience and artistry into the studio.
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Early Childhood Music Specialist
15+ Years Teaching Ages 3+
Dedicated specialist in early childhood music education, helping hundreds of young children discover their love of music.
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Performing Artist
Piano & Violin
An active performing artist on piano and violin, keeping artistry sharp and bringing the joy of live performance into teaching.
Education & Training
Academic Excellence 🎓
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Master of Music
New York University (NYU)
Advanced graduate study in music performance, theory, and pedagogy at one of America's most celebrated music programs.
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Steinway Educator Partner Certification
Steinway & Sons
Recognised as a certified Steinway Educator Partner — a distinction awarded to the most exceptional piano teachers worldwide.
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Early Childhood Music Education
Specialist Training & 15+ Years Practice
Specialist training and extensive hands-on experience in developmentally appropriate music education for children aged 3+.
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Piano & Violin Performance
Lifelong Study — Started as a Young Child
Cristina began studying piano and violin as a young child herself — giving her a uniquely empathetic perspective when teaching young learners.
Our Students
Student Achievements 🌟
Every certificate and award represents weeks of dedication, courage, and a growing love of music.
🥇 1st Place · Piano
Vivienne Kantor
Crescendo International Music Competition 2025 · Carnegie Hall, NYC
Vivienne performed Chopin's Waltz in A Minor at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall and took 1st Place with a score of 27/30. The judge praised her beautiful melodic line, strong understanding of Chopin's Rubato, and called her performance "overall well prepared."
🥇 1st Place · Recommended for ISEP · Piano
Helen Liu
Little Mozarts International Music Competition 2024 · Zankel Hall, Carnegie Hall
Helen performed Beethoven's Für Elise in A Minor and achieved 1st Place with a near-perfect score of 28/30 — and was Recommended for ISEP (International Student Exchange Program). The judge praised her beautiful playing, wonderful hand coordination, and balance between melody and harmony.
🥇 1st Place · Piano
Chloe Zheng
Little Mozarts International Music Competition 2024
Chloe performed Burgmüller's The Swallow Op.100 No.24 and earned 1st Place with a score of 27/30. The judge commended her expressiveness, noting she showed "different phrases and articulations" and wrote: "You seem to enjoy playing — keep up the good work!"
🥈 2nd Place · Piano
Brandon Li
Little Mozarts International Music Competition 2024
Brandon performed Kuhlau's Sonatina Op.55 No.1 and earned 2nd Place with a score of 24/30. The judge loved how he showed different characters through changing dynamics, writing: "Keep up the good work!"
🥉 3rd Place · Piano
Max Guan
Crescendo International Music Competition 2025
Max performed Burgmüller's Arabesque Op.100 No.2 and earned 3rd Place. The judge called it "a solid memorization and performance," adding that his music would bring "a lot of joy to himself, his family and others." We look forward to hearing more from Max on stage!
Studio Life
Recital & Studio Moments 📸
From first recitals to everyday practice moments — a glimpse into the joy of making music together.