In addition to capturing hearts on “The Ellen Show” and playing at Carnegie Hall, piano prodigy Ryan Wang also performed a unique private performance for Dorothy Landry, who is 101 years old. During this touching occasion, which was arranged by CBC Music, Ryan, who was just five years old at the time, performed “Variations on an Inner Mongolian Folk Song” specifically for Dorothy. Dorothy had a hearing issue, which made it difficult for her to fully appreciate Ryan’s prior performances, despite the fact that she had been a fan of Ryan ever since he was three years old. This private concert was specifically prepared by CBC Music in order to provide her with a more personalized and immersive experience.
Dorothy was seated in her wheelchair in a warm and inviting room, and little Ryan, who was carrying a giant teddy bear, laughed and jumped with pleasure. He expressed to “Grandma Dorothy” how much it meant to him to play for her, and as she experienced the enchantment of his music, she broke into a joyous grin he brought to her face. Dorothy, who was overcome with emotion, referred to Ryan as a “very special little person” and expressed her excitement for his upcoming appearances. She emphasized the amazing relationship that they had and the global language of music that brought them together by asking him to come back to see her once he had returned from his trip to China.