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Zhirou (Rachel) Chen

Zhirou (Rachel) Chen

New York,NY

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Music Competition Judge

Urban United Association
12.2023 - 12.2023
  • Evaluated more than 30 participants' performances in a music competition and provided constructive feedback.
  • Judged competitors based on technical skill, musicality, and stage presence criteria.
  • Collaborated with fellow judges to determine winners and provide final rankings。

Piano Accompanist

不太行戏剧社
05.2022 - 08.2022

Provided piano accompaniment for the musical 'Thrilled Me' by Stephen Dolginoff and performed at the Chain Theatre.

  • Collaborated with music directors and rehearsal pianists to ensure seamless integration of piano accompaniment in performances.
  • Conducted rehearsals, guided musicians, and provided constructive feedback to enhance performances in preparation for the live musical.

Assistant Music Director

Hunan Satellite TV
11.2019 - 01.2020
  • Assisted in the selection and arrangement of musical scores, tailoring compositions to the festive theme of the event.
  • Coordinated with sound technicians and production staff to ensure optimal audio quality during the live broadcast.
  • Managed and resolved any music-related issues or conflicts that arose, ensuring a smooth and successful execution of the performances.
  • Supported the live broadcast on Hunan TV at 19:30 on the evening of January 18, 2020, held at the Hunan International Convention & Exhibition Center.

Education

Master of Arts - Music Business

New York University
New York, NY
05-2026

Bachelor of Music - Classical Piano Performance

New York University
New York, NY
12.2023

Exchange Program - Yonsei Global Exchange

Yonsei University
Seoul, Korea
12.2022

Skills

  • Chinese: Native
  • Korean: Advance
  • Logic Pro X
  • Pro Tools

Awards

  • Certificate of Merit | New York State Assembly Presented by Assembly Member Ron Kim: Awarded for admirable dedication to the New York Charity Gala Night 2024

Piano Competitions:

  • Gold Award | Crescendo International Music Competition
  • Gold Award | Little Mozart Competition
  • Second Place | The Intersection of Jazz and Classical Music Piano Festival
  • Living Composer Award | The Piano Teachers Congress
  • Grand Award | NLPA International Young Artists Competition

Vocal Competitions:

  • First Place | CETV Shine Sound 闪耀星声代

Korean Language:

  • Test of Proficiency in Korean Level 4 | National Institute for International Education
  • Participation Reward | NYU Korean Language Speech Contest 2023
  • Best Content | NYU Korean Language Speech Contest 2020

Timeline

Music Competition Judge

Urban United Association
12.2023 - 12.2023

Piano Accompanist

不太行戏剧社
05.2022 - 08.2022

Assistant Music Director

Hunan Satellite TV
11.2019 - 01.2020

Master of Arts - Music Business

New York University

Bachelor of Music - Classical Piano Performance

New York University

Exchange Program - Yonsei Global Exchange

Yonsei University
Zhirou (Rachel) Chen