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Carriage House Violins Welcomes Violinist Nikki Chooi as 2026–2027 Artist in Residence
June 1, 2026
Newton Upper Falls, MA — Carriage House Violins (CHV), the sales division of Johnson String Instrument, is honored to announce that internationally acclaimed violinist Nikki Chooi will serve as Artist in Residence for the 2026–2027 season. Chooi will be the second Artist in Residence for this groundbreaking new program, following acclaimed cellist Zlatomir Fung, who served as 2025-2026 Artist in Residence.
Gramophone Album Review
March 2, 2026
"Nikki Chooi’s interpretation of the writing for solo violin here and in the final section is characterful and deeply felt." - Christian Hoskins, Gramophone Magazine
Canadian Violinist Nikki Chooi Extends Tenure as Buffalo Philharmonic Concertmaster Through 2031
October 11, 2025
The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra is placing long-term confidence in Canadian artistry as Victoria-born violinist Nikki Chooi signs a five-year contract extension to remain concertmaster through the 2030–31 season. A prodigy turned international performer, Chooi’s renewal solidifies his role as a leading figure in the orchestra’s continued artistic evolution—and a proud ambassador of Canadian talent on the world stage.
Next Event
Nikki Plays Bruch Violin Concerto No.1
Concordia University • Chicago
Nikki Chooi, Violin
Jay Friedman, Conductor
The Symphony of Oakpark & Riverforest
Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival
The Baker-Baum Concert Hall @ The Conrad • San Diego
Mozart - Idomeneo: Ballet Music, K. 367
Prokofiev - Classical Symphony, Op. 25 (Symphony No. 1)
Beethoven - Piano Concerto No. 3 in C-minor, Op. 37
Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival
The Baker-Baum Concert Hall @ The Conrad • San Diego
Copland - Appalachian Spring (complete ballet, 13 instruments)
Mozart - Bardengesang auf Gibraltar: O Calpe! Dir donnert's am FuBe (K. Anh. 25 / 386d)
Beethoven - Symphony No. 3 in E-flat Major, Op. 55 (Eroica)