Ray Chen- Violin Recital (Singapore)

Renowned violin virtuoso Ray Chen returns to Southeast Asia for a breathtaking recital that inspires global audience.  With his virtuosity, expressive style, and imposing stage presence, Ray Chen will be returning to Singapore to perform a diverse program demonstrating why he is one of the most sought-after violinists worldwide.

Violinist and online personality, Ray Chen redefines what it means to be a classical musician in the 21st century. With a global reach that enhances and inspires a new classical audience, Ray Chen’s remarkable musicianship transmits to millions around the world, reflected through his engagements both online and with the foremost orchestras and concert halls around the world.

Born in Taiwan and raised in Australia, Ray was accepted to the Curtis Institute of Music at age 15, where he studied with Aaron Rosand and was supported by Young Concert Artists. His previous instrument was the 1714 “Dolphin” Stradivarius, once owned by Jascha Heifetz, on generous loan from the Nippon Music Foundation. In 2025, Ray began a new chapter in his musical journey, exploring the world of rare violins and play-testing 24 Stradivari and Guarneri del Gesùs (and counting). Among them, a 1727 Stradivarius has become one of his favorites so far and is the instrument he currently performs on.

Recognized as “one to watch” by The Strad and Gramophone magazines, he was featured in Forbes’ 30 most influential Asians under 30. His work includes appearances on the TV series “Mozart in the Jungle,” a longstanding partnership with Giorgio Armani—who designed his Mozart album cover and performances at high-profile events like France’s Bastille Day, the Nobel Prize Concert in Stockholm, and the BBC Proms, showcasing his broad influence on the classical music scene.

His recital performance will be joined by pianist, “Chelsea Wang”, Praised by The New York Times as an “excellent young pianist,” Chelsea Wang is an award-winning soloist, chamber musician, and educator who has performed extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Her appearances include Carnegie Hall, Kennedy Center, Merkin Hall, Kimmel Center’s Perelman Hall, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Phillips Collection, Guarneri Hall, Konzerthaus Berlin, Munich’s Allerheiligen-Hofkirche, Warsaw Philharmonic Chamber Hall, Seoul Arts Center, Taipei National Concert Hall, Weiwuying Center for the Arts, and Hong Kong City Hall. She is a prizewinner and finalist in numerous national and international competitions, including the Seoul International Piano Competition, Washington International Piano Competition, and New York International Piano Competition.

You do not want to miss this extravagant performance!