What violin is Ray Chen using?

He plays the 1715 “Joachim” Stradivarius violin on loan from the Nippon Music Foundation. This instrument was once owned by the famed Hungarian violinist, Joseph Joachim (1831-1907).

How much does Ray Chen practice?

Violinist Ray Chen puts the Malcolm Gladwell 10,000 hours theory to test on his years of violin practice. Author Malcolm Gladwell once said ”in order to attain mastery over something, you have to practice 10,000 hours.

What orchestra is Ray Chen in?

Ray Chen | Detroit Symphony Orchestra.

How much does Ray Chen’s violin cost?

He plays a 300-year-old Stradivarius violin, once owned by famed Hungarian violinist Joseph Joachim, loaned to him by the Nippon Music Foundation, and reportedly worth $10 million. “I don’t think they were quite as expensive in the 1800s,” he jokes.

Does Ray Chen have a Stradivarius?

‘I’ve got a new companion! ‘ proclaimed violinist Ray Chen on a social media video post. Chen has acquired the 1714 ‘Dolphin, ex-Heifetz’ Stradivari violin, courtesy of the Nippon Music Foundation.

Does Ray Chen speak Chinese?

Ray was born in Taiwan and raised in Australia, and though a full Australian accent lurks in the background (he let go a few times during our interview), he often speaks English like an American. He also speaks Chinese.