ABOUT
jennifer wang
Violinist Jennifer Wang's career is marked by a deep commitment to both performance and education. After earning her Master’s degree from Boston University in 2019, Jennifer has been a faculty member at Boston Music Project, dedicating herself to empowering young students through musical education. Passionate about pedagogy, Jennifer is researching the application of Paul Rolland's movement-focused methods in public school string education, aiming to enhance students' playing techniques by promoting healthy movement and reducing static and excessive tension. Additionally, she has served as a faculty member at Village Youth Conservatory in Watertown since 2023.
In 2022, Jennifer earned the role of Concertmaster for the Boston Civic Symphony. She is a keen orchestra performer and performs with the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra. Her leadership and artistry have also led her to perform as a soloist at venues like the Harvard Musical Association and the Boston University Tanglewood Institute.
Jennifer's musical journey has expanded beyond traditional performance settings. In 2021, she began volunteering for MusiCare, an initiative by Boston University School of Music and Boston Medical Center. Since 2024, Jennifer becomes the Artist-in-residence, engaging ICU patients through performance on Zoom calls, using improvised performances to foster connections and bring comfort during challenging times. She believes that the main purpose of music is to serve the listeners.
Jennifer is a recipient of the Outstanding Achievement in Art Award from the Zonta Society in Taiwan and the Ou Kang Scholarship offered by Taipei University of Education. Currently, she is a Doctor of Musical Arts Candidate at Boston University, where she studies with violinist Peter Zazofsky.