Learn more
Wencheng Jin – Saxophonist and Concert Artist
Born on January 13, 1996, in Heilongjiang, China, Wencheng Jin is a talented saxophonist, winner of several international competitions, and active on the music scene as a soloist and orchestral musician.
Education and Academic Background
His musical journey began at Qingdao Arts High School, where he graduated with a major in music and instruments. He then continued his training:
➤ 2016 - 2020: Bachelor of Music, specializing in saxophone, at the Korea National University of Arts (South Korea).
➤ 2020 - 2022: Master of Music, specializing in saxophone, at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels (Belgium).
➤ Since 2022: Soloklasse student, Saxophone, at the Hochschule für Musik, Theater und Medien Hannover (Germany).
Competitions and Awards
Wencheng Jin has distinguished himself in several prestigious international competitions:
➤ 2022: First Prize at the Lempdes National Music Competition (France) and Departmental Committee Prize.
➤ 2021: 2nd Prize at the 4th Yamaha Solo Saxophone Competition (China).
➤ 2020: 1st Prize at the Korea Journal of Music Competition.
➤ 2019: 1st Prize at the Korea International Student Competition.
➤ 2018: 3rd Prize at the 2nd Asia Pacific Saxophone Competition (Thailand).
Concerts and Stage Experience
His career as a soloist and chamber musician has led him to perform in prestigious venues around the world:
➤ 2019: Saxophone recital in Qingdao, China.
➤ 2019: Concerto with the W Saxophone Ensemble at the Seoul Arts Center, South Korea.
➤ 2021: Concert at the Belgian Korean Cultural Center at the Bozar Concert Hall, Brussels, Belgium.
➤ 2022: Participation in the Musiq3 Festival, Belgium.
➤ 2023: Concert with the Ad Hoc Orchestra at the University of Music, Theatre and Media Hannover.
➤ 2024: "Looking at France" recital in Qingdao, China.
Orchestral Collaborations and Engagements
As an orchestral musician, he has worked with several renowned ensembles and orchestras:
➤ Coop Orchestra.
➤ Wonju Municipal Symphony Orchestra, South Korea.
➤ Korean Wind Symphony Orchestra.
➤ Salvation Army Orchestra from Gwacheon, South Korea.
