He looks like a normal 4-year-old, running and jumping, but his love and talent for music will make his debut at Carnegie Hall.
Michael Girgis started playing piano in September 2025, according to his parents. Within just eight months, he’s earned dozens of first-place awards.
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“I like playing music. I like playing piano, nothing else. You have to work hard so you’ll get more money,” the 4-year-old told 7News.
Michael Girgis, a 4-year-old piano prodigy is set to become the youngest pianist to perform at Carnegie Hall this May. (7News/Jade Lawson){ }
Because Michael is so small, he needs an adjustable Piano Pedal Extender. His mother said they used to use a chair before getting the adjustable extender for children.
His mother said his older siblings were taking piano lessons when he showed extreme interest and caught on quickly.
At just three, he began taking lessons – he now practices three days a week for about 30-45 minutes per session.
“He reads the notes better than he reads the alphabet,” his mother, Yulia Tsaturova, said.
According to Michael’s website, he’s earned first place in the International Music Competition as well as first place in the New York Piano Protégé International Music Talent Competition, among other awards.
After placing first at the 2026 American Protégé International Piano and Strings Competition, Girgis was invited to perform at the Winner’s recital at the legendary Carnegie Hall.
They also said they were excited to get the call from Carnegie Hall.
“It’s something we couldn’t have dreamed of, was hoping, but it’s actually real, so we’re very, very excited about that,” Magdy Girgis, Michael’s father, added.
Michael will perform on May 31 and July 14.