Supported by A. I. Boddy

Hayden Chiu performs in Emerging Artists.

Hayden is a Year 9 student from Auckland Grammar School, learning the violin from Mr. Stephen Larsen, and Professor Robin Wilson. Both teachers have profound influence on his development as a young violinist. 

Hayden first performed at Carnegie Hall in New York as first prize winner of an international competition in 2019, under the guidance of his first teacher Dr. Elena Abramova. Hayden received Distinction award for three consecutive years at APPA/Ara Lodge Music Competition, and began chamber and orchestral music training through PNJA, the King's School, and with Mr. Mark Bennett. He became a member of the NZSO National Youth Orchestra in 2022 and selected as Associate Concertmaster in 2023. Hayden also performs as Manukau Symphony Orchestra youth scholar, and has successfully auditioned for Piccolo Violino Magico international violin competition in Italy. Hayden will perform the Bruch Violin Concerto in G minor as soloist with Devonport Chamber Orchestra this September.