👤 Personal Biography
Cheng-Rui Lu (born November 2016) is an accomplished young Taiwanese violist, currently studying in the Music Class at Taipei Dunhua Elementary School. He has gained widespread acclaim in the youth classical music scene both domestically and internationally for his exceptional focus, precise intonation, musical sensitivity, and emotional expressiveness on stage. Currently serving as the 4th chair of the viola section in the Taipei Century Youth Symphony Orchestra, Cheng-Rui is recognized as one of the most promising and decorated young string players of his generation in Taiwan.
📊 Mentors & Collaborative Team
Cheng-Rui began his musical journey at an early age, establishing a solid foundation in both solo performance technique and orchestral playing under the guidance of top-tier mentors in Taiwan. His primary mentors include:
• Ms. Chien-Yu Lin — Master’s Diploma in Performance, Hochschule für Musik und Theater München, Germany
• Ms. Yu-Ju Lai — Highest Performance Diploma (equivalent to Doctorate), Hochschule für Musik Saar, Germany; Violist, Taipei Symphony Orchestra (TSO)
• Ms. Jo-Fan Chen — Master’s Degree, Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln, Germany; Associate Principal Violist, Evergreen Symphony Orchestra (ESO)
• Mr. Yahan Huang — Master of Music in Viola Performance, New England Conservatory (NEC), USA; Violist, National Symphony Orchestra (NSO), Taiwan
• Ms. Yi-Chen Lu — Master of Music & Artist Diploma in Piano Performance, Boston University (BU), USA
Under the mentorship of renowned orchestral principals and distinguished teachers, Cheng-Rui has matured rapidly in solo technique and musical interpretation. He has also demonstrated exceptional talent in chamber music and concerto collaboration, developing keen ear training and excellent ensemble coordination skills from an early age.
Watch Cheng-Rui Lu perform on the viola for the 2026 World Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.
Watch Cheng-Rui Lu perform Bourrée on the viola for the 2026 Autumn Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.