Victoria Chi Lin
Biography
Victoria Chi Lin is a New York–based soprano specializing in choral and art song repertoire, from early music to contemporary works. She is active with the Oratorio Society of New York and has appeared at Carnegie Hall under conductors including Kent Tritle and Yannick Nézet-Séguin, as well as at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine.
Previously based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she has sung as both a soloist and chorister with ensembles including San Francisco Bach Choir, The Choral Project, Stanford Memorial Church Choir, and Symphony San Jose Chorale.
Lin studies voice with Daniel Shigo and previously studied with Kathryne Jennings and Kristen Ruiz. She has participated in vocal masterclasses with Jonathan Beyer, Judith Forst, Rhoslyn Jones, and the Takács Quartet. In addition, she has studied conducting with David Milnes and Marika Kuzma. A trained violinist, she has participated in orchestral masterclasses under conductors including Gustavo Dudamel, Esa-Pekka Salonen, and Vance George. Her conducting and instrumental background informs her approach to ensemble performance and musical interpretation.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Music with honors from the University of California, Berkeley, where she received the Bernece B. Lyon Memorial Prize for music performance and Distinction in General Scholarship. She continues her musical education through Juilliard Extension.
Philosophy
It is my belief that music enriches the lives of those who participate in it and the lives of those in the communities around them—the arts are a critical part of engaging in dialogue about and experiencing meaning in the world. I am passionate about pedagogy, researching practices and tailoring my approach to each individual. My work seeks to support holistic development, in the integration of body, mind, and artistic awareness.
Lessons
My teaching focuses on beginning and intermediate students, helping them build strong musical foundations in a supportive environment. Lessons are available in person in Manhattan or online via Google Meet and are tailored to each individual’s goals and interests. Areas of study may include:
Musicianship
Pitch, interval, and chord recognition
Intonation and rhythmic accuracy
Sight-reading
Basic keyboard skills
Voice
Bel canto-based vocal training
Classical, musical theatre, and contemporary repertoire
Musical expression
Ensemble skills
Vocal health practices
To schedule a complimentary consultation or private lesson, please use the booking form below. For group lessons or other inquiries, please reach out via the contact form.