Du Tianqi began his journey with the piano under the tutelage of Professor Chen Xueyun at Guizhou Normal University when he was five years old. This early immersion into music led him to achieve numerous awards in provincial and national piano competitions. By the age of ten, he had held his own solo recital.

In 2016, Du further expanded his horizons by attending the New England Conservatory in the United States, refining his skills under Professor Meng- Chieh Liu. Returning to his roots, Du's recent years have been dedicated to the performances of Johann Sebastian Bach. His deep connection with Bach's music culminated in his 2022 debut album under the esteemed Naïve Records, featuring the iconic "Goldberg Variations".