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Currently based in Toronto, Stephen Chen holds a Honors degree in Communication from the Nanyang Technological University in Singapore, and a Performer's Diploma in Piano with Merit from the London College of Music. His graduate work at Simon Fraser University in Canada focused on the confluence of aesthetics, ethics, and politics. Hence, his commitment to New Music, and the subtle transgression of convention that informs his work.
In addition to performing, composing, and teaching, he occasionally accompanies singers for recitals and music festivals. Stephen's often eclectic choice of repertoire in his performances reflects his command of various genres as well as his own diverse background; originally trained as a concert pianist, he became a fine-art photographer before returning to singing, when he studied voice at the British Columbia Conservatory of Music.
Upon moving to Toronto, Stephen studied with Roxolana Roslak at the Royal Conservatory of Music. He has worked with Karen Shumka, Christopher Foley, Lawrence Pitchko, Joel Katz, and Brahm Goldhamer.
