Chiao-Ling Sun

Chiao-Ling Sun is a Professor of Violin at the National Taiwan University of the Arts, specializing in violin performance, chamber music, and string pedagogy. She holds a DMA from the University of California, Santa Barbara (2001), following earlier degrees from Peabody Conservatory of Music (BM 1986, MM 1986) and National Taiwan University of the Arts (Diploma 1981). Her career includes prestigious fellowships and performances at Carnegie Hall, as well as leadership roles in orchestras such as the Annapolis Symphony and Taiwan Academy of Arts Orchestra.

• Education:
• 1981: Diploma in Music, National Taiwan University of the Arts
• 1986: BM and MM in Music, Peabody Conservatory of Music
• 2001: DMA in Strings (Violin), University of California, Santa Barbara

Dr. Sun’s research and performance focus on classical violin repertoire, including works by Brahms, Mendelssohn, and the iconic “Butterfly Lovers” concerto. She has premiered compositions like Joel Feigin’s “Tapestry” Piano Trio and founded the Taiwan String Quartet, praised for its international tours and artistic excellence. Her teaching extends to festivals in Italy and Germany, blending pedagogy with performance excellence.

Awards:

• Pi Kappa Lambda Award
• YASQ Fellowship
• INA Broida Graduate Fellowship

Advising & Leadership: As director of the Taiwan String Quartet and concertmistress of multiple orchestras, she has shaped ensemble performance standards. Her global festival engagements reflect her role as a mentor in violin technique and chamber music.

Labs/Teams: Founded and leads the Taiwan String Quartet, a group renowned for its international touring and critical acclaim.