Shu-Wei Tseng, Piano/Cello

Musician

Shu-Wei Tseng is a Taiwanese-British musician acclaimed for her rare artistry and versatility as both pianist and cellist. Renowned for her vivid musicality, expressive depth, and “powerful, fluid technique,” she has captivated audiences worldwide in venues such as London’s Wigmore Hall and Barbican Centre, New York’s Carnegie Hall, and major concert halls across four continents in Europe, Asia, the USA, and Australia.

A prizewinner on both instruments, Shu-Wei’s early success in Taiwan’s national competitions earned her a full scholarship to the specialist Wells Cathedral School in the UK. She later completed LRAMs and degrees from the Royal Academy of Music, a Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) from the University of Colorado Boulder, and an MSc in Psychology.

Alongside her performing career, Shu-Wei is a sought-after educator, having held positions at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, the Yehudi Menuhin School, Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, Royal College of Music, and Royal Academy of Music. Since 2024, Shu-Wei joined New York faculties at 92NY, RWS Global, New York Conservatory of Music, Brooklyn Conservatory of Music, and recently joining the substitute team at CUNY the Juilliard School. She regularly serves as a competition juror and give masterclasses internationally.
Recent highlights include her Australian solo debut, sold-out solo and chamber music performance at London's Sadler’s Wells with New York City Ballet principal Tiler Peck for Peck's European debut, representing Taipei Consulate & Taiwan Ministry of Culture at international cultural events, as well as guest appearance at as Vietnam–UK 50th Anniversary Celebration in London.

Across the pond, Shu-Wei has been invited to perform and featured in numerous prestigious events and venues such as the XXV International Chopin and Friends Festival's Final Promenade, New York University (NYU), Consulate General of Poland in New York, the Taiwan Chamber of Commerce opening, UN Go STUF United Fund Gala, National Opera Center, the DiMenna Center for Classical Music, the Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall and the Kauffman Music Center- leaving incredible mark on the classical music scene.

Based between London and New York, Shu-Wei maintains a vibrant international career as a soloist, chamber musician, and educator. She also serves as a Global Ambassador and member of the Forever Buffs Advisory Board for the University of Colorado Boulder.

For more information, please visit www.shu-weitseng.com.