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, hailing from Beijing, China, is celebrated for his evocative integration of classical and contemporary music. His performances have enchanted audiences throughout Europe and China, showcasing his broad artistic range and profound musicality. Chen has held principal roles in several prestigious ensembles, such as the Seattle Wind Symphony and the University of Washington Wind Ensemble. He also co-founded the CNU Alumni Wind Orchestra, where his leadership and musical prowess have been consistently apparent.

Internationally recognized, Chen has garnered numerous awards in band ensemble, solo, and chamber music competitions. His achievements include winning the 1st Place Golden Award at the Wind Music Competition in Beijing, first place at the Ostrava Wind Music Competition in the Czech Republic, and at the 3rd Beijing International Wind Music Festival. He also triumphed in the professional performer category at the American Protégé Music Competitions, earning an invitation to perform at Carnegie Hall, and received the Top Honor Award at My Music Festival in Germany.

In addition to his performance career, Chen is a dedicated educator. His work on the educational functions of Wind Bands has been highly acclaimed, winning top honors in The Chinese Society of Education Research paper competitions. He teaches saxophone performance, chamber music, and musical theory at Capital Normal University. His students have consistently achieved success in local and Internatinal competitions, Like Washington All State, American Protégé, Russian chamber music, etc.

Chen is currently pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts (D.M.A.) at the University of Washington. He holds dual Master’s degrees in Saxophone Performance (M.M.) and Music Education (M.Ed.) from Capital Normal University, and dual Bachelor’s degrees in Music (B.M.) and Geology (B.S.).