Cecilia Chow

Cecilia Chow is a pianist of rare sensitivity and depth, whose playing bridges tradition and imagination. Praised for her lyrical touch and expressive clarity, she has performed as a soloist and chamber musician across North America, Europe, and Asia—from the grandeur of Guangzhou Opera House to the intimacy of Haydn-Haus.
Her artistry has earned recognition at international competitions, including the Internationaler Deutscher Klavierwettbewerb, Steinway & Sons, Toyama, Yamaha, and Asia Open competitions. She recently advanced to the quarter-finals of the Canadian Chopin Competition, reflecting her affinity for the Romantic repertoire.
Cecilia’s artistry has been shaped through mentorship with major teachers including Alan Chow, John Perry, and Sylvia Wang—each contributing to her development as a versatile and expressive artist.
A frequent collaborator with Yamaha Canada Music, she has been featured in events such as their Piano Technician Workshop and the Toronto Interior Design Show, showcasing both musical excellence and versatility in diverse settings.
Festival appearances include Aspen, Bowdoin, Gijón, Amalfi Coast, and Porto Pianofest, where she was Artist in Residence. A passionate chamber musician, she has collaborated closely with the Dover Quartet and members of the Ying Quartet, and performed with the piano trio Coalesce as well as the Paskke String Quartet.
She studied at Eastman School of Music, Northwestern University, and the Glenn Gould School, where she received multiple scholarships including the Leo Barkin Memorial, Oscar Peterson, and Howard Hanson Tuition Scholarships. She is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Piano Performance at the Université de Montréal with Henry Kramer.
Offstage, she enjoys kayaking, discovering secondhand treasures at clothing swaps, hiking outdoors, and savoring quiet moments inspired by nature and everyday life.