Emily Xu, a violinist from Buffalo, NY, is currently pursuing her Master of Music degree at the 
Shepherd School of Music at Rice University where she studies under the tutelage of Cho Liang 
Lin. Emily's artistry has been recognized through numerous accolades, including the prestigious 
Oberlin Conservatory Dean’s Scholarship and the Irma Kordinak Scholarship. She has been an 
active participant in renowned music festivals such as the Bowdoin International Music Festival, 
Encore Chamber Music Institute, Voksenåsen Summer Academy, and Orford Music Academy, 
where she has had the privilege of working with esteemed musicians including Cho-Liang Lin, 
Timothy Chooi, the Tacaks Quartet, and Peter Salaff. A passionate and versatile performer, 
Emily has appeared alongside members of world-class ensembles such as the Buffalo 
Philharmonic Orchestra, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the contemporary ensemble 
Collectif9. In 2023, she achieved a major milestone in her career, making her Carnegie Hall 
debut as part of the Oberlin Orchestra’s NYC tour, and has served as concertmaster of the 
Oberlin Orchestra in later seasons. Emily received her Bachelor of Music degree at the Oberlin 
Conservatory of Music, where she studied with Sibbi Bernhardsson. Emily currently plays on a 
2021 Andrew Ryan modeled after Guarneri del Gesu.