Jie Jin
Originally from: China
Currently reside: Wayne, PA
School: Shanghai Conservatory of Music (BM), Rice University (MM), Cleveland Institute of Music (Artist Diploma)
What age did you begin playing a musical instrument?
5 years old
Why did you choose the instrument you play?
My first instrument was accordion. Then my father bought a cello for me. I love playing it.
Who is your favorite composer, and favorite work? Why?
There are many---Mahler symphonies, Beethoven string quartets and Shostakovich.
How many years have you been performing with Symphony in C?
1 year
What’s your favorite part about playing in Symphony in C?
The passion, enthusiasm and energy of the orchestra.
Where do you aspire to be in ten years? And what do you plan to do?
Playing chamber music, teaching and playing in an orchestra.
What are you currently listening to on your I-pod?
Green day, Chinese pop song, Barber cello sonata, Shostakovich Piano Trio among others.
What other interests outside of music do you share, if any?
Cooking, gardening
