2026 Live Adjudicators

Winner of the 2023 JUNO award for Solo Classical Album of the Year, Canadian pianist Philip Chiu offers pianistic brilliance, engaging storytelling, and a welcoming stage presence that encourages exploration, authenticity, and connection with audiences. Described as “a pianist-painter who transforms each musical idea into a beautiful array of colours” (La Presse), Philip has become one of Canada’s leading musicians through his passion for creation and communication.

Philip has performed across North America, Europe, and Asia as soloist and chamber musician, with collaborators including James Ehnes, Emmanuel Pahud, Bomsori Kim, Johannes Moser, and Jonathan Crow. A veteran Canadian touring artist, he has performed in nearly every major Canadian venue.

Beyond the stage, Philip is deeply involved in musical life as a mentor, juror, educator and arts ambassador. He has coached extensively at McGill University, l’Université de Montréal and served on the collaborative faculty of the Conservatoire de musique de Montréal, and as artistic collaborator for institutions including the Honens International Piano Competition, CBC / Radio-Canada,  l’Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Montreal International Music Competition, Jeunesses Musicales Canada and CBC Music.

Philip is represented by Andrew Kwan Artists Management.