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The Taiwan International Cello Festival (TWICF) is an annual music festival held in Taipei, Kaohsiung, and other cities in Taiwan during the autumn season. The festival was founded by Swiss-Taiwanese cellist Pi-Chin Chien, and features international and Taiwanese cellists performing across a wide variety of musical styles and formats.
The Taiwan International Cello Festival is organized by the association Swiss Music Night in Taiwan. This cultural initiative was founded in 2013 by cellist Pi-Chin Chien and her husband, Swiss composer Fabian Müller, in collaboration with the Trade Office of Swiss Industries (TOSI) in Taipei. It was established to promote cultural exchange between Switzerland and Taiwan. [1]
In 2023, Swiss Music Night celebrated its 10th anniversary with a series of concerts. [2] This series also coincided with the creation of the Taiwan International Cello Festival. [3]
The inaugural edition of the festival took place from 9 to 19 October 2024. Events were held at the National Recital Hall in Taipei and the Recital Hall of the Weiwuying National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts [4] . The program included concerts, masterclasses, and workshops in both cities. [5] , [6]
Each year, international guest artists perform alongside leading Taiwanese cellists. Together, they prepare and perform concert programs that include solo works, chamber music, and ensemble performances. The festival also explores genres beyond classical music. For example, the 2024 edition included jazz cellist Stephan Braun.
Cellists:
Pianists:
Orchestra:
The artistic director and founder of the Taiwan International Cello Festival is cellist Pi-Chin Chien. The artistic co-director is Swiss composer Fabian Müller.