Capital Nomal University school of Environmental Science, Bacholer of Science (Geography)

Capital Nomal University school of Music, Bacholer of Arts (Music)

Capital Nomal University school of Music, Master of Education (Music)

University of Washington School of Music, Master of Music (Saxophone)

University of Washington School of Music,  Doctor of Music (Saxophone, ABD)

Chen Wang is puring  doctoral in saxophone performance at the University of Washington School of Music. He earned his Master’s degree in Saxophone Performance from the same institution in 2018. Wang completed his undergraduate studies at Capital Normal University, majoring in Geographic Sciences and minoring in Musicology, obtaining dual Bachelor’s degrees in Science and Arts. He later pursued a Master’s degree in Music Education under the mentorship of Professor Zheng Li, a renowned music educator in China, where he systematically studied music education theory and practice. In 2016, Wang was awarded the Boeing Company scholarship to further his studies in the United States. At the University of Washington, he studied under Dr. Michael Brockman, completing advanced coursework in saxophone performance.

Wang is a versatile and influential saxophonist who has won multiple gold medals in professional wind instrument competitions across China, the United States, and Europe. His expressive musicianship and technically proficient performances have garnered acclaim from judges and audiences alike. In 2024, Wang was invited to serve as a judge for the Washington Music Educators Association (WMEA). He contributed to the selection process for the All-State Band and Orchestra, a prestigious event for Washington State’s top middle and high school musicians. In the same year, he was invited to join the committee and board of directors of The World Harmonies Foundation, a nonprofit organization, where he provided professional guidance and artistic direction for international music competitions.

As an active performing artist, Wang has participated in numerous concerts and tours worldwide, with appearances in China, the United States, and Europe. He has performed as a soloist at leading universities and conservatories, including Sichuan University, Xi’an Conservatory of Music, and Tsinghua University, and has toured extensively with the University of Washington Wind Ensemble. In 2017, Wang collaborated with the University of Washington Symphony Orchestra as a saxophone soloist for Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition. That same year, he performed a seven-movement choral symphony with the Choral Arts Northwest, a renowned ensemble in the Seattle area. Since 2021, Wang has served as the principal saxophonist for the Seattle Wind Symphony, contributing significantly to the ensemble’s artistic excellence.

In addition to his performance career, Wang has made significant contributions to music education. His graduate thesis received the First Prize in the Graduate Paper Competition organized by the Music Branch of the Chinese Society of Education. During his time at Capital Normal University, he independently taught multiple undergraduate courses and participated in the National Teacher Training Program ("Guopei Program") organized by China’s Ministry of Education and Ministry of Finance. As part of this initiative, Wang recorded and taught courses on the application of music software in education.

Wang’s passion for music education extends beyond the classroom to community service. Following the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake in China, he volunteered in disaster-affected areas, contributing to rebuilding efforts by offering music education to local students.

As a dedicated music educator, Wang has mentored numerous outstanding saxophone students who have achieved remarkable results in competitions such as the Russian Composer Competition, American Protégé, Performing Arts Festival of the Eastside, and All-State. Many of his students have showcased their talents on international stages, reflecting Wang’s exceptional teaching and his commitment to fostering the next generation of musicians.