Petaling Jaya, Selangor, 26 October 2025 — Kawai Malaysia is delighted to announce that two of our ambassador-artists — Tengku Mohamad Hadif and Yim Shanhui — have been recognised in the Top 10 Most Talented Malaysian Pianists listing published by Top10 of Malaysia.
Background & Achievements
Tengku Mohamad Hadif
Based in Kuala Lumpur, Hadif first sat at the piano at age 7 and made his concerto debut with the Malaysian Philharmonic Youth
Yim Shanhui
Shanhui is an internationally awarded pianist and singer-songwriter whose early musical exposure came from a family background in music education. She achieved the ATCL and LTCL diplomas in piano performance from Trinity College London at ages 15 and 17 respectively, and has won gold awards in prestigious international competitions including the Beijing International Piano Competition and the 7th Hong Kong International Youth Performance Arts Festival. She has performed in renowned concert halls such as London’s Menuhin Hall and the Beijing Central Conservatory of Music. Shanhui became a Kawai Malaysia Ambassador and Artist in 2024, and has since collaborated with us to bring excellence in piano performance and outreach to life in Malaysia.
Collaboration with Kawai Malaysia
As Kawai Malaysia Ambassador-Artists, Hadif and Shanhui engage in multiple collaborative efforts:
- Performances using Kawai’s premium pianos to showcase the brand’s craftsmanship and sound excellence.
- Educational outreach and youth-engagement programmes, where both artists share their journey, technique and insights to inspire upcoming Malaysian pianists.
- Exclusive appearances at Kawai Malaysia events and campaigns—helping to reinforce the brand’s commitment to musical excellence and the Malaysian piano community.
Their placements in the Top 10 listing underscore not only their personal achievements but also Kawai Malaysia’s ongoing mission to support and elevate Malaysia’s finest pianistic talent.
Quote from Kawai Malaysia
“We are immensely proud of Tengku Hadif and Yim Shanhui for this remarkable recognition,” said Melody Yap, Brand Manager of Kawai Malaysia. “Their dedication, artistry and collaboration with Kawai Malaysia embody the values we strive for — musical excellence, craftsmanship and heartfelt connection with the audience. We look forward to further supporting their journeys and celebrating their continued successes.”
About the Top 10 Listing
The Top 10 Most Talented Malaysian Pianists list published by Top10 of Malaysia acknowledges pianists who have demonstrated exceptional skill, performance history and potential within Malaysia’s classical music scene.
About Kawai Malaysia
Kawai Malaysia is the Malaysian arm of the globally respected Japanese piano manufacturer Kawai, dedicated to providing world-class instruments, artist support, and musical programmes that enrich Malaysia’s piano culture.