Jordan told The Market Monitor in an interview that he is currently producing and directing a film that tackles the lives of renowned pianists. Jordan Shangkuan Ong, recipient of the Asian Pillars Award for his work as a concert pianist, shines brightly in the uniquely combined world of music, arts and technology. His multi-faceted career spans the realms of music, cinema, and high tech.
He is, what you can call, a modern-day Renaissance man, one who blends various aspects of art with science and technology in one beautiful fell swoop. The 31-year old’s directorial and production skills were highlighted at the Cannes Film Festival through the 2015 documentary "Magic History of Cinema," which he also scored. His film "Magic Medieval Masquerade," where he was writer, producer and director, was screened at the Texas Renaissance Festival in 2016.
Jordan told The Market Monitor in an interview that he is currently producing and directing a film that tackles the lives of renowned pianists. Beyond stage and screen, Jordan excels in the tech world as a Senior Salesforce Business Analyst specializing in AI and business automation. His early exposure to technology at the Arizona Computer Expo and his academic achievements, including a double major at the University of Texas at Austin, paved the way for his success.
Today, Jordan balances his artistic pursuits with his tech career. As an Asians Pillars Award recipient, Jordan Shangkuan Ong will be honored at a gala dinner at the Okada Manila on Sept. 6, 2024.
Jordan is the son of Dr. DeWitt Ong and Dr. Josephine Shangkuan Ong; grandson of Dr.
Ong Tiong Giok and Elder Shih Chang Shangkuan, prominent figures in the Philippines’ Chinese community. Jordan's musical journey began at five when he performed at Arizona's Gammage Auditorium, quickly earning the title of Arizona’s Young Artist. His talents were further recognized at the prestigious Yamaha Young Composer’s Award when he was seven.
Over the years, Jordan has played the piano globally—from the United States to Europe. Jordan has a Bachelor’s degree in Music and Piano Performance and a Master’s degree in Digital Media. As founder of the Piano Whiz Kids Studio, he has inspired young pianists.
His performance at the Costa Rica International Piano Festival and his victory at the Russian Musical Alliance International Piano Competition are highlights in a career with milestones..
