Dr. Junheng Chen is a dynamic violinist and passionate educator whose career bridges orchestral excellence, solo artistry, and innovative teaching. She currently serves as a principal and sectional violinist with leading ensembles such as Symphony Tacoma, Tacoma City Ballet Orchestra, Eugene Symphony, and the Binghamton Philharmonic. As a soloist, Dr. Chen has earned numerous national and international accolades and has performed in world-renowned venues across Asia, Europe, and North America—including Carnegie Hall and Kodak Hall.

 

A strong advocate for contemporary music and cross-cultural collaboration, Dr. Chen frequently premieres new works, reflecting her commitment to artistic innovation and diversity in programming.

 

She earned her Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Violin Performance and Literature, with a minor in Music Theory, from the Eastman School of Music, where she was nominated for the 2020–2021 Teaching Assistant Prize by the String Department. Her students thrive in both their musical and academic pursuits, with several earning acceptance to prestigious institutions including the Juilliard School, Eastman School of Music, and the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music.

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