Wencheng JIN

Wencheng JIN, JLV ambassador musician, with his instrument equipped with a JLV ligature

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The JLV ligature is the best I have ever used.

In its platinum version, it offers exceptional resonance, better projection, and allows me to more easily explore all sound nuances.

THE BIOGRAPHY OF WENCHENG JIN

Wencheng Jin, soloist and chamber saxophonist, has distinguished himself internationally through his prestigious awards and concerts across Asia and Europe.

A passionate and constantly evolving artist, he is engaged both in orchestral music and in recital.

Wencheng Jin – Saxophonist and Concert Artist
Born on January 13, 1996, in Heilongjiang, China, Wencheng Jin is a talented saxophonist, prizewinner of several international competitions, and active on the musical scene as a soloist and orchestral musician.

 

Education and Academic Background
His musical journey began at the Qingdao Arts High School, where he graduated with a specialization in music and instruments. He then pursued advanced studies:

 

2016 - 2020: Bachelor of Music, saxophone specialization, at the Korea National University of Arts (South Korea).

 
2020 - 2022: Master of Music, saxophone specialization, at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels (Belgium).

 
Since 2022: Student in the Soloklasse, Saxophone, at the Hochschule für Musik, Theater und Medien Hannover (Germany).

 

Competitions and Awards
Wencheng Jin has distinguished himself in several prestigious international competitions:

 
2022: 1st Prize at the National Music Competition of Lempdes (France) and Prize of the Departmental Committee.

 
2021: 2nd Prize at the 4th Yamaha Saxophone Solo Competition (China).

 
2020: 1st Prize at the Korea Journal of Music Competition.

 
2019: 1st Prize at the Korea International Student Competition.

 
2018: 3rd Prize at the 2nd Asia Pacific Saxophone Competition (Thailand).

 

Concerts and Stage Experience
His career as a soloist and chamber musician has led him to perform in prestigious venues worldwide:

 

2019: Saxophone recital in Qingdao, China.

 
2019: Concerto with the W Saxophone Ensemble at the Seoul Arts Center, South Korea.

 
2021: Concert at the Korean Cultural Center Belgium, Bozar Concert Hall, Brussels, Belgium.

 
2022: Participation in the Musiq3 Festival, Belgium.

 
2023: Concert with Ad Hoc Orchestra at the University of Music, Drama and Media, Hanover.

 
2024: Recital “Looking at France” in Qingdao, China.

 

Collaborations and Orchestral Engagements
As an orchestral musician, he has worked with several renowned ensembles and orchestras:

 

Coop Orchestra.

 
Wonju Municipal Symphony Orchestra, South Korea.

 
Korea Wind Symphony Orchestra.

 
Gwacheon Salvation Army Orchestra, South Korea.

HIS SAXOPHONE EQUIPMENT

It is the best ligature I have ever used.

I use the platinum version, which offers excellent resonance, better projection, and allows me to more easily find the desired sound colors.

The JLV ligature is fantastic!

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