Piano
Education
Yuhe received dual BA degrees in music and economics from the University of Rochester, an MM in piano performance from Ithaca College, and a DMA in piano performance from the University of Maryland.
Yuhe participated in both international and national music festivals, including the InterHarmony International Music Festival, the Gijon International Piano Festival, and the Leon Fleisher Academy. She performed at master classes taught by Nikolai Lugansky, Paul Lewis, Lukas Vondracek, Yuri Didenko, and Conrad Tao, among others. Her principal teachers include Larissa Dedova, Dmitri Novgorodsky, Vincent Lenti, Shichao Zhang, Peiying Huang, and Qin Zhou.
As a Performer
Yuhe has won awards at national and international competitions, including the Debussy International Music Competition, the Chinese National Competition for Excellent Candidates in the Grading Exam, the University of Rochester Concerto Competition, and the Ithaca College Concerto Competition, among others.
Yuhe is an active chamber musician, church musician, and choir accompanist in numerous organizations. She served as the Artist-in-Residence at Collington Retirement Community from 2023 to 2024, performing and creating musical activities for the residents.
As a Teacher
Yuhe was a piano instructor in the TIPS Program at Ithaca College. She was a graduate teaching assistant at the University of Maryland, where she gave piano lessons to both music and non-music college students in both group and individual settings. She also teaches privately.
Teaching Philosophy
My teaching philosophy centers on the integration of technical foundation, musical understanding, and artistic expression. I take a student-centered approach that values each individual’s unique potential, offering personalized guidance to inspire inner motivation and sustain long-term growth. Through reflective questioning, tailored repertoire, and structured practice, I help students develop not only their skills but also a deep, personal connection with music. My goal is to create a supportive and encouraging environment where students can grow into confident, expressive musicians, and where music becomes a lifelong companion — a source of joy, expression, and continual discovery.
Outside of Levine
Besides music, Yuhe enjoys walking in nature, skiing, reading, and listening to podcasts.