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Felix Wang is Professor of Cello at the Blair School of Music, Vanderbilt University, where he is also the cellist of the Blair String Quartet. He holds significant performance and educational roles, including co-principal cellist of the IRIS Orchestra and faculty positions at the Chautauqua Music Festival and Madeline Island Chamber Music. He serves as co-artistic director of the Hilton Head Chamber Music Institute.
Education:
- Bachelor of Music, Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University
- Master of Music, New England Conservatory
- Doctor of Musical Arts, University of Michigan
Wang's career centers on cello performance and chamber music, with a strong emphasis on music education and artist mentorship. His performances have been described as 'beautifully wrought,' 'dazzling,' and 'soulful,' and he has appeared internationally as a soloist and recitalist. He has performed at prestigious festivals such as the Tucson Winter Chamber Music Festival, Strings in the Mountains, and the Walla Walla Chamber Music Festival.
Although no publications are listed, his artistic output is extensive, with recordings on labels including Naxos, Centaur, and Albany, and live broadcasts on NPR. His work spans performance, recording, and leadership in summer music programs.
Scientific and Artistic Awards:
- National Society of Arts and Letters Cello Competition Winner
- Frank Huntington Beebe Grant for Study Abroad
As an educator, Wang has influenced generations of cellists through his teaching at Vanderbilt and summer festivals such as Brevard, Interlochen, and Banff. While specific advisees are not named, his leadership in programs like the Hilton Head Chamber Music Institute reflects a deep commitment to mentorship. He has not received formal research grants, but his Beebe Grant supported advanced study abroad with William Pleeth in London.
Wang is actively involved in chamber music ensembles, including the Blair String Quartet and the Blakemore Trio, and performs regularly with the IRIS Orchestra. His artistic direction at the Hilton Head Chamber Music Institute further demonstrates his leadership in the classical music community.
