Hanchien Lee is a Taiwanese classical pianist who has gained international recognition for her virtuosic performances and musical interpretations. Born on December 28, 1985, in Taipei, Taiwan, Lee showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Her parents, both music lovers, recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. Lee's early musical education was guided by her mother, who was a piano teacher. She received her first formal training at the age of six, studying with renowned Taiwanese pianist Ching-Yun Hu. Under Hu's guidance, Lee developed a strong foundation in classical piano technique and repertoire. She also participated in numerous piano competitions, winning several awards and accolades. In 2003, Lee moved to the United States to further her musical studies. She enrolled at the Juilliard School in New York City, where she studied with Yoheved Kaplinsky and earned her Bachelor of Music degree in 2007. During her time at Juilliard, Lee won several prestigious awards, including the Gina Bachauer Piano Scholarship and the Arthur Rubinstein Prize. After completing her undergraduate studies, Lee continued her education at the Yale School of Music, where she earned her Master of Music degree in 2009. While at Yale, she studied with renowned pianist Boris Berman and was awarded the Elizabeth Parisot Prize for outstanding pianist. Lee's career as a concert pianist began to take off in the years following her graduation from Yale. She has performed as a soloist with numerous orchestras, including the National Symphony Orchestra of Taiwan, the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, and the Yale Philharmonia. She has also given recitals in major concert halls around the world, including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the National Concert Hall in Taipei. One of Lee's most notable performances was her debut recital at Carnegie Hall in 2012. The program featured works by Beethoven, Schumann, and Chopin, and was praised by critics for its technical brilliance and musical sensitivity. The New York Times called Lee's performance "a triumph of virtuosity and musicality." In addition to her performing career, Lee is also an active educator. She has taught masterclasses and given lectures at universities and conservatories around the world, including the Juilliard School, the Yale School of Music, and the Royal Academy of Music in London. She is currently a faculty member at the Taipei National University of the Arts. Lee's musical style is characterized by her technical precision and emotional depth. She is known for her ability to bring out the nuances and subtleties of the music she plays, and for her expressive and dynamic performances. Her repertoire includes works by a wide range of composers, from Bach and Mozart to contemporary composers such as Ligeti and Adams. Throughout her career, Lee has received numerous awards and honors for her musical achievements. In 2010, she was awarded the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, which recognizes outstanding young musicians who show exceptional talent and promise for the future. She was also a finalist in the 2013 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the world. In addition to her musical accomplishments, Lee is also a dedicated philanthropist.

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