Abhiram Donepudi

Abhiram Donepudi (Abhi) is a passionate and enthusiastic 9th grade pianist from Austin, TX, whose love for music continues to grow with every passing year. His journey with the piano began at the age of 8. Under the dedicated mentorship of Julia Hsiao, he has honed his skills and deepened his appreciation for the art of music. His commitment is evident in his achievements, including winning gold medals in the Texas Music Teachers Association (TMTA) Whitlock music theory exams every year for the past seven years and 3rd place in the American Protégé International Music Talent Competition. With an unwavering enthusiasm for learning, Abhi aspires to continue growing as a pianist, embracing new challenges and opportunities to refine his craft. Besides piano, Abhi enjoys reading books and programming in his free time.