Meet the Artist
We are excited to welcome Sean Chen to The Piano Conference: NCKP 2027, where he will be performing and speaking at the in-person Summit & Conference. Sean Chen is a versatile artist who performs, composes, arranges, and is a frequent clinician. Celebrated as a “thoughtful musician well beyond his years” (The Republic), pianist Sean Chen shares his “alluring, colorfully shaded renditions” (New York Times) and “genuinely sensitive” (LA Times) playing with audiences around the world in solo and chamber recitals, concerto performances, and masterclasses.”
Connections
Sean Chen is a leading figure in the field and connected to some of the most illustrious awards and institutions. After winning the 2013 American Pianists Awards, placing third at the 2013 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, and being named a 2015 Annenberg Fellow, Mr. Chen was named the Jack Strandberg/Missouri Endowed Chair Associate Professor of Piano at the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory.
Mr. Chen resides in the suburbs of Kansas City with his wife, Betty, a violinist in the Kansas City Symphony, and their daughters Ella and Maeve. When not at the piano, Mr. Chen enjoys tinkering with computers, and exploring math, science, and programming. Mr. Chen is a Steinway Artist and is managed by Cadenza Artists.
Sean Chen is no stranger to Piano Inspires and has most recently been featured as a guest on the Piano Inspires Podcast. He has also been featured in Piano Inspires Kids where he discussed improvisation and creating a unique sound through creativity. Mr. Chen has contributed to Piano Magazine through his article, “In Memoriam: Edward Francis” and through the “Questions and Answers” series. Explore his work with Piano Inspires in the links below!
“I’m very excited to be sharing what inspires me and to explore what things in my life have come together to shape the musician I am today”
– Sean Chen
Looking Ahead
We look forward to an artistic and inspirational performance and session from Sean Chen. Join us at The Piano Conference: NCKP 2027!
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Lombard, IL | July 28-31, 2027
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