On 11 March 2021, Elene Darchia, the 10 year old pianist and an “Iavnana” scholarship holder recorded certain pieces at “Lenorecords” to enter next stage international “Clavis” Piano festival. She was awarded I (Modern Era) and III (Romantic Era) prizes, with another qualifying round and finals in Germany ahead. Elene, the resident of city of Batumi was 8 when Mr. Valerian Shiukashvili, the distinguished pianist introduced her to the Foundation as an especially gifted young pianist. She has been a Foundation favorite ever since.


