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Sing Shen Lin
Viola, Violin, Suzuki Viola, Suzuki Violin
Sing Shen Lin comes from Taiwan, where she did her B Mus in Violin Performance at Shih-Chien University, also taking part in an exchange student program in performance at the University of North Florida. She followed this with a Mus Ed at Longy as a student of Sarah Whitney, and is currently completing her M Mus in performance at BU, studying with Bayla Keyes. Sing Shen is registered as a Suzuki teacher for book 1 (book 2 summer 2025); and is also trained in Dalcroze and Orff music education methodologies.
In addition to teaching at WSM, Sing Shen maintains her private studio teaching violin, piano, music theory and early childhood music. She is the Upper Strings Ensemble Director for Boston Music Project (an El-Sistema based program), and also teaches violin, viola and piano for the Needham Public Schools, where she has previously led string ensembles and taught general music for K-3.
Sing Shen is registered with as a Suzuki teacher for book 1 (with book 2 coming in summer 2025); and is also trained in Dalcroze and Orff music education methodologies. In summer 2025 she will take part in the prestigious Starling-Delay teacher symposium at the Juilliard School in NY.
Sing Shen has performed with the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra and Boston Civic Orchestra, in regular performances at Symphony Hall and Jordan Hall. She also performs on baroque violin and viola.
Meet Sing Shen
- How/what age did you start your instrument?
I started playing the piano when I was six and began learning the violin at seven. - Did you come from a musical family?
No, I’m the first musician in my family. However, my parents both deeply valued music. I grew up listening to a lot of CDs and classical radio. - Best or funniest (or even worst!) musical memory from childhood?
My sister and I both loved doing musicals. I remember a song from my English class called Seven Cookies. We dressed up and sang it dramatically, then asked our mom to record us. I’m pretty sure I’ve loved performing since I was little! - A highlight or two from your performing career:
I was a member of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra from 2021 to 2024. I performed with many top soloists and met wonderful colleagues. It felt like a dream to play in a professional orchestra. - What do you love about teaching?
It’s a pleasure to work with each student on their musical journey. I love seeing them grow and improve. Building a bond with my students is one of the most rewarding parts of teaching, and I truly value each of them. - What would you like your students to know about you?
I value developing a healthy character. No matter how long you study with me, I hope you take away positivity and perseverance—qualities that can benefit you throughout life. - Can you share a non-musical fun fact about you?
I love working out! I’ve been doing CrossFit since 2019.