Cornelius Chiu

Cornelius Chiu is a Senior Lecturer at Roosevelt University's Chicago College of Performing Arts, specializing in violin performance. A graduate of Indiana University Jacobs School of Music with a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Music Performance (highest distinction), he studied under renowned pedagogues including Josef Gingold, Franco Gulli, and Yuval Yaron. His career spans solo, orchestral, and chamber music performances, with notable collaborations like the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Grammy-winning Pro Musica ensemble.

• Education: BM and MM in Music Performance (highest distinction) from Indiana University
• Awards: Performer's Certificate, Starling Scholar, Fellowship, and distinction from Isaac Stern

Chiu's research and practice focus on violin performance, chamber music traditions, and contemporary classical compositions. He has performed at prestigious venues like the Kennedy Center and collaborated with composers such as Pierre Boulez and Augusta Read Thomas.

His performance history includes participation in the Asian Philharmonic Orchestra, Recontres Musicales Festival, and Ravinia Festival's Steans Institute. He co-founded the Corinah Duo with his wife and performs annually in the CSO Chamber Music Series.