Sunday, May 4, 4:00PM
Violinst Sydney Li-Jenkins
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Sydney Li‑Jenkins is a rising young violinist from
Sausalito, California, recognized for her
expressive artistry, technical command,
and rapidly growing list of national accolades.
A student of Elbert Tsai at the
San Francisco Conservatory of Music Pre‑College,
she has been performing since early childhood
and now appears regularly as a soloist,
chamber musician, and competition laureate.
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Sydney has soloed with multiple
orchestras, including the Mill Valley Philharmonic,
Sonoma County Philharmonic, and the Marin Symphony Youth Orchestra, earning praise for her poise and musical maturity. Her competition record is distinguished: she is a 2026 YoungArts Winner, 2025–2026 MTNA California State Winner (Senior Strings), and a national semifinalist in the 28th Sphinx Competition, one of the country’s most prestigious platforms for young string players.
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She has also received top prizes from the Pacific Music Society, International Youth Music Competition, and the Korea‑American Music Supporters Association, along with honors such as the Black Violin Foundation Dreamers Award, Marin Music Chest scholarships (including the Alma Tomlinson Award and Robert Greenwood Award), and recognition at the Junior Bach Festival for three consecutive years.
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A dedicated chamber musician, Sydney is a founding member of the Onde Trio, performing throughout the Bay Area and contributing to the ensemble’s vibrant artistic identity. She also maintains an active presence in regional music communities while pursuing rigorous training at SFCM, where her Saturdays are filled with rehearsals, classes, and private instruction.
Currently a student at The Branson School, Sydney balances her academic life with a deep commitment to performance, continually expanding her repertoire and artistic voice. Her recent YoungArts recognition connects her with national mentorship and performance opportunities, marking her as one of the most promising young violinists of her generation.
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