About Chew Yi
Chew Yi, 19 years old from Malaysia, has been playing piano and harp since the age of 3. Focusing on the harp, she enjoys joining competitions and masterclasses, the most recent one being Academie Musicale de Villecroze with Ms Isabelle Moretti. She actively performs with ensembles and local orchestras, including West Wind, Musician’s Initiative Orchestra, Macpherson Philharmonic Orchestra, and others. In addition to her orchestral and ensemble work, Chew Yi is experienced in performing at private events such as weddings and corporate functions, and collaborate closely with clients to ensure a personalised musical experience that matches the atmosphere of each occasion.
As a composer, Chew Yi has developed a unique musical voice that blends classical traditions with contemporary influences, often drawing inspiration from Japanese wind band and video game music. She is particularly passionate about composing for large ensembles, crafting expansive soundscapes that challenge and captivate both performers and audiences. Her talent was recognised when she received the Best Composition award at the RH Prestige Award 2025 with”The Postmouse who rode a Butterfly”, a chamber program music composed for 2 Harps, flute, violin and cello that explores the magical journey of the mouse that delivers letter.
In addition to her work as a composer, Chew Yi is dedicated to teaching, with a philosophy centered on sparking her students’ curiosity and nurturing a genuine love for music. Rather than focusing primarily on music examinations, she strives to create engaging learning experiences that inspire a lifelong appreciation for the art form. Her teaching practice welcomes students as young as four years old through to adult learners.
Chew Yi is currently pursuing her diploma in Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts as a harp major, under Ms Katryna Tan in Singapore.
Harpist. Musician. 