Are you eager to embark on a melodious journey? Then Kenny Chan might just be the teacher you’re seeking. To many, learning a new instrument can initially seem complex and intimidating, but with Kenny at your side, you’ll find it accessible, enjoyable, and immensely rewarding.
With years of experience, Kenny is able to impart the years of knowledge while fostering an environment of fun and encouragement. His patience allows each student to learn at their own pace, ensuring that every lesson is a step forward.
His approachable nature creates a welcoming learning space where students can freely ask questions, make mistakes, and thrive without any fear of judgement.
Kenny Chan, Singapore’s homegrown Ruan artist graduated with a Bachelor of Music (Honours) from Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in partnership with the Royal College of Music (London) and the Central Conservatory of Music (Beijing). He was under the tutelage of Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO) Ruan principle Zhang Rong Hui and Jing Po, he also minor in SanXian performance under the tutelage of Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO) Pluck strings Sectional Leader Mdm Huang Gui Fang and renowned Sanxian musician Mdm Zhang Nian Bing.
Kenny is the founding member of Ding Yi Music Company, Singapore National Youth Chinese Orchestra and Singapore Ruan Chamber Ensemble. Chan presented a double Ruan concerto composed by local composer Jean. Y Foo with Ding Yi music company, and was conducted by Maestro Lim Yau. In 2008, Chan won the Silver award at the 28th Shanghai Spring International Music Festival and First prize under the folk ensemble category at the 2009 National Eisteddfod of Wales (Llangollen) with Art-Sphere ensemble (now known as Ding Yi Music Company). In 2010, Chan was awarded with the First Runner-Up for Ruan Solo Competition (Open Category) in the National Chinese Music Competition organized by the National Arts Council. In the same year, he was appointed as Pluck Strings Principal in Ding Yi Music Company.
In 2018, Chan was onboard the Suzhou Chinese Orchestra (SUCO) and was on the well-received tour around Europe. He was awarded the Austrian Music Theatre Prize 2021 with SUCO.
Apart from playing in the orchestral and chamber ensemble setting, Kenny has a strong calling in educating the next generation of Ruan musicians, hoping to impart his knowledge and experiences to them.
Kenny is currently a DaRuan musician with the Singapore Chinese Orchestra.
