Born in China, Wei Jiang began studying violin at the age of 5 with his father and studied viola after being admitted to the prestigious Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing. He graduated with the highest honor from the Conservatory and subsequently was offered a teaching position there as the youngest member of the music faculty. During his 5-year tenure at the Central Conservatory, Wei was actively involved in performing both solo and chamber music, touring extensively with his string quartet in Asia and Europe. He was also a founding member of the Eclipse Ensemble, a unique group performing throughout China, showcasing music by contemporary Chinese composers. Wei came to the U.S. in 1996 to further his musical training at the Oberlin Conservatory and later at the University of Maryland. In 1999, he became a member of the Houston Symphony. Wei is also a member of the Fidelis String Quartet which performed in recital at Carnegie Hall in 2005 and toured Puerto Rico in 2006. In his spare time, Wei likes playing tennis and enjoys traveling with his wife Sherry and two young children Luke and Alice.
