Lim Yan

Lim Yan is a Senior Lecturer in Chamber Music & Collaborative Piano at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, National University of Singapore. He holds a 2006 National Arts Council Young Artist Award and has performed extensively across Europe and Asia. His career includes solo recitals, concerto engagements with orchestras like the Singapore Symphony Orchestra, and leadership roles in chamber groups such as Take 5 piano quintet.

Education:

• Chetham’s School of Music, Manchester, UK
• University of Manchester
• Royal Northern College of Music

His research interests encompass collaborative piano techniques, chamber music interpretation, and artistic direction. As Artistic Director of the Singapore International Piano Festival since 2019, he promotes music education and performance innovation.

Awards: 2006 National Arts Council Young Artist Award

Artistic Roles:

• Collaborative pianist for violinist Ning Feng and cellist Wang Jian
• Founder of Take 5 piano quintet (20+ year legacy)