Robinson student Jingyu's composition to be performed at the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra
Congratulations to Robinson College PhD student Jingyu Chen, who has been chosen as one of the final 4 in an international competition in Tokyo. Her composition will be performed by the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra later this month
Born in Guangdong, China, she has a Bachelor's degree from the Royal Northern College of Music and a Master's degree from the Royal College of Music and is currently studying for her PhD in composition.
Jingyu has worked with ensembles and artists including members of the BBC Singers, Birmingham Contemporary Music Group, RCM orchestra, RNCM Brand New Orchestra, The Manchester Contemporary Youth Opera, and Amatis Trio. Her music has been performed at festivals including the New Music North West Festival, Manchester Science Festival, and 8³ New Music & Science. She is the recipient of awards including the III International Competition of Composers “New Music Generation” (2021), the Homerton Composing Competition (2022), and the UK International Music Competition (2023).
Good luck Jingyu!