Performance
Derek is an active concert pianist. Please scroll through the events below to see his schedule of upcoming and past performances.

ProArts @Noon Concert Series
Violinist Roberto Cani and Pianist Derek Chiu perform Wednesday April 2, 2025 on the ProArts @Noon Concert Series


Opal by elements presents Cellist Eva Lakirovich and Pianist Derek Chiu (Private Concert)
Program:
L. van Beethoven - Sonata for piano and cello in A major, Op. 69
F. Mendelssohn - Cello Sonata No. 1 in B-flat Major, Op. 45
F. Mendelssohn - Romance sans paroles, Op. 109
This concert is private and not open to the public.

VIMA Scholarship Fundraising Concert: An Evening of Mendelssohn and Beethoven
Program:
L. van Beethoven - Sonata for piano and cello in A major, Op. 69
F. Mendelssohn - Cello Sonata No. 1 in B-flat Major, Op. 45
F. Mendelssohn - Romance sans paroles, Op. 109
Join Vancouver Island Music Academy faculty members Eva Lakirovich (cello) and Derek Chiu (piano) for an evening of inspiring music in support of scholarships for dedicated students. Admission by donation; $20 minimum suggested per person.
To RSVP tickets, please click on this link:
https://shorturl.at/XwKde
To learn more about the Vancouver Island Music Academy, please visit: https://www.vimamusic.ca/
Artist Information:
Eva Lakirovich: https://evalakirovichcello.com/

The Music Mansion Performance Series
The Music Mansion welcomes violinist Liubomyr Senyshen and pianist Derek Chiu to Rhode Island on September 29, 2024.

Attacca School of Music Visiting Artist Series
Attacca School of Music will be hosting an evening with acclaimed Canadian pianist and music educator Derek Chiu through their "Visiting Artist Concert Series."

2024 Vancouver Island Music Academy
Distinguished Faculty Recital – Vancouver Island Music Academy
August 7, 2024
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Sonata for piano and violin in Bb major K. 454 with violinist John Lowry
Felix Mendelssohon – Sonata in D major for cello and piano with cellist Eva Lakirovich
Alfred Schnittke - Suite in the Old Style for violin and piano with violinist Kevin Lefohn
August 13, 2024
Johann Sebastian Bach - Sonata for Viola da Gamba in D major, BWV 1028 with violist Istvan Loga
Watch the Recording of the Performance Here: https://youtu.be/Apff5QKN6hA
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Vancouver Island Music Academy Festival Orchestra
August 8, 2024
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Concerto for piano and orchestra in C major, K. 467 “Elvira Madigan” conducted by David Buii

2024 Cremona International Music Academy and Festival
Distinguished Faculty Recital – Cremona International Music Academy - Cremona, Italy
July 22, 2024
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Concerto for piano and orchestra in C major, K. 467 “Elvira Madigan” (Piano and String Quartet arrangement) with violinist Saul Bitran and Kevin Lefohn, violist Davis King and cellist Alexander Kaganovsky
Watch the Recording of the Performance Here: https://youtu.be/ukgnWet18ys
Franz Liszt - 2 Légendes – St. Francois de paule merchant sur les flots, S. 175
July 24, 2024
Alfred Schnittke - Suite in the Old Style for violin and piano with violinist Kevin Lefohn
Watch the Recording of the Performance Here: https://youtu.be/sPc2wUuHERg

Pacific University of Music Department
Pacific University of Music Presents: Kevin Lefohn, violin and Derek Zhi Guang Chiu, piano
Program
Alfred Schnittke - Suite in the Old Style for violin and piano
Gabrielle Faure - Claire de lune for violin and piano
Ottorino Resphighi - Six Pieces for violin and piano
Vincent Ho - The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals, Book 1 (2021)
Franz Liszt - 2 Légendes – St. Francois de paule merchant sur les flots, S. 175
Manuel de Falla - Suite Populaire Espagnole

Virtuosity.Online
Virtuosity.Online Presents: Kevin Lefohn, violin and Derek Zhi Guang Chiu, piano
Program
Alfred Schnittke - Suite in the Old Style for violin and piano
Gabrielle Faure - Claire de lune for violin and piano
Ottorino Resphighi - Six Pieces for violin and piano
Vincent Ho - The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals, Book 1 (2021)
Franz Liszt - 2 Légendes – St. Francois de paule merchant sur les flots, S. 175
Manuel de Falla - Suite Populaire Espagnole

ProArts @Noon Concert Series
Violinist John Lowry and Pianist Derek Chiu perform Wednesday February 7 on the ProArts @Noon Concert Series

Mezo Records Presents: Cellist Laszlo Mezo and Pianist Derek Chiu
Program
Béla Bartók: Román népi táncok, Sz. 56
Franz Liszt: The Consolations, S. 171a transcribed for cello and piano
Franz Liszt: Consolation No. 3 in Db Major S. 171 for Piano
Vincent Ho: The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals, Book 1 (2021)
I. 调皮的老鼠 - Mischievous Mouse
II. 小牛犊 - Little Ox
III. 虎崽之舞 - Dance of the Tiger Cubs
IV. 腾跃的兔子 - Prancing Bunny
V. 小龙 - Little Dragon
VI. 蛇影蛇行 - Playful Snakelets
VII. 快乐的小马驹 - The Happy Foal
VIII. 瞌睡羊 - Sleepy Lamb
IX. 猴子学样 - Monkey See, Monkey Do
X. 跳舞的小公鸡 - The Dancing Cockerel
XI. 流浪的小狗 - The Wandering Puppy
XII. 温顺的小猪 - Gentle Piglet
Claude Debussy: Sonate pour violoncelle et piano, L. 135
Tickets: $25 per person (Venmo: Laszlo-Mezo)

Westside Music Conservatory Presents Cani - Mezo - Chiu Trio
Program
César Franck: Sonata in A major for Violin and Piano
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Sonata in G major K 301/293a for Piano and Violin
Claude Debussy: Sonate pour violoncelle et piano, L. 135
Béla Bartók: Román népi táncok, Sz. 56
Franz Liszt: The Consolations, S. 171a transcribed for cello and piano
Franz Liszt: Consolation No. 3 in Db Major S. 171 for Piano
Ludwig van Beethoven: Piano Trio No. 3 in C minor, Op. 1, No. 3
Parking: https://westsidemusicconservatory.com/location.../
General Admission: $20
Seniors: $10
Students: $5
Orange Coast Community College presents Laszlo Mezo and Derek Chiu
Orange Coast College will host pianist Derek Chiu and acclaimed cellist Laszlo Mezo for a short performance on December 4, 2023. This highly anticipated concert will take place in the Robert B. Moore Theater.
Following the concert, attendees will have the unique opportunity to participate in a masterclass led by Derek Chiu. The masterclass, will feature four talented piano students from Orange Coast College.
Program
Claude Debussy: Sonate pour violoncelle et piano, L. 135
Franz Liszt: La lugubre gondola S. 200 and The Consolation S. 171a

Angel House Orphanage Fundraising Event
Angel House Orphanage nurtures abandoned children, offering a secure home, medical care, and education to prepare them for a loving family and a brighter future. This fundraising event will support Angel House and contribute to the well-being of these children. Featuring Concert Pianist Derek Chiu
Program
The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals, Book 1 (2021) Vincent Ho
I. 调皮的老鼠 - Mischievous Mouse
II. 小牛犊 - Little Ox
III. 虎崽之舞 - Dance of the Tiger Cubs
IV. 腾跃的兔子 - Prancing Bunny
V. 小龙 - Little Dragon
VI. 蛇影蛇行 - Playful Snakelets
VII. 快乐的小马驹 - The Happy Foal
VIII. 瞌睡羊 - Sleepy Lamb
IX. 猴子学样 - Monkey See, Monkey Do
X. 跳舞的小公鸡 - The Dancing Cockerel
XI. 流浪的小狗 - The Wandering Puppy
XII. 温顺的小猪 - Gentle Piglet
Zwölf Variationen über “Ah, vous dirai-je, Maman”, K 265 W.A. Mozart
Totentanz: Paraphrase on Dies irae, S.126 F. Liszt
Consolation No. 3 in Db Major, S. 172 F. Liszt


2023 Vancouver Island Music Academy
Distinguished Faculty Recital – Vancouver Island Music Academy – Vancouver Island, British Columbia
August 4, 2023
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Sonata for piano and violin in G major K. 301 with violinist John Lowry
Cesar Franck – Sonata in A major for piano and violin with violinist Nicholas Wright
August 12, 2023
Johann Sebastian Bach - Sonata for Viola da Gamba in G major, BWV 1027 with violist Istvan Loga
Claude Debussy - Cello Sonata with cellist Kevin Krentz
Ludwig van Beethoven – Romance in F major, Op. 50 with violist Jacob van der Sloot

2023 Cremona Summer Music Festival
Distinguished Faculty Recital – Cremona International Music Academy - Cremona, Italy
July 14, 2023
Bela Bartok - Romanian Folk Dances Sz. 68 with cellist Laszlo Mezo
July 17, 2023
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Sonata for piano and violin in G major K. 301 with violinist Vincent Chao
July 22, 2023
Francis Poulenc - L'invitation au château, FP 138 with violinist Nigel Bardsley and clarinetist Marguerite Levin

Privates Hauskonzert
Dara Zusko, Violine und Derek Zhi Guang Chiu, Piano
Das Programm
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756 – 1791) Sonate G-Dur KV 301 für Violine und Klavier
Bela Bartok (1881 – 1945) Rumänische Volkstänze für Violine und Klavier
Fritz Kreisler (1875 – 1962) Praeludium und Allegro
Pause
César Franck (1822 – 1890) Sonate für Klavier und Violine A-dur
Pablo de Sarasate (1844 – 1908) Zapateado
Franz Liszt (1811 – 1886) Totentanz - Paraphrase on Dies irae S. 525 für Klavier

Benefizkonzert des Rotary Club Altötting-Burghausen
Dara Zusko, Violine und Derek Zhi Guang Chiu, Piano
Das Programm
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756 – 1791) Sonate G-Dur KV 301 für Violine und Klavier
Bela Bartok (1881 – 1945) Rumänische Volkstänze für Violine und Klavier
Fritz Kreisler (1875 – 1962) Praeludium und Allegro
Pause
Franz Liszt (1811 – 1886) Consolation No. 3 in Des-Dur S. 172
César Franck (1822 – 1890) Sonate für Klavier und Violine A-dur
Pablo de Sarasate (1844 – 1908) Zapateado
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756 - 1791) Allegro D-dur, K 626b/16

Ukraine Benefizkonzert mit Dara Zusko und Derek Chiu
Das Programm
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756 – 1791) Sonate G-Dur KV 301 für Violine und Klavier
Bela Bartok (1881 – 1945) Rumänische Volkstänze für Violine und Klavier
Fritz Kreisler (1875 – 1962) Praeludium und Allegro
Pause
Franz Liszt (1811 – 1886) Consolation No. 3 in Des-Dur S. 172
César Franck (1822 – 1890) Sonate für Klavier und Violine A-dur
Pablo de Sarasate (1844 – 1908) Zapateado
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756 - 1791) Allegro D-dur, K 626b/16

Simon Fraser University Concert Orchestra - 15 Year Anniversary Concert ft. Derek Chiu
Program:
• Grieg – Peer Gynt, Op. 23
• Hisaishi – Music from “Princess Mononoke”
• Saint-Saëns – Danse Bacchanale Op. 47 from “Samson et Dalila”
• Powell – Music from “How to Train Your Dragon”
• Liszt – Totentanz, S. 126 for piano and orchestra
Alana Chan, director & conductor
Rei Miyasaka, conductor
Derek Chiu, piano

Roberto Cani and Derek Chiu in Concert
St. Matthew United Church - 333 Crosby Ave, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 2R5
Roberto Cani, violin and Derek Chiu, piano
Tickets: $20 Adults; $10 Students
Program:
Violin Sonata in G major, K. 301/293a W. A. Mozart
i. Allegro con spirito
ii. Allegretto
Violin Sonata #2 M. Ravel
i. Allegretto
ii. Blues: Moderato
iii. Perpetuum mobile: Allegro
~ intermission ~
Sonata in A major for Violin and Piano Moderato César Franck
I. Allegretto ben moderato
II. Allegro
III. Ben moderato: Recitativo-Fantasia
IV. Allegretto poco mosso
Variations ‘I Palpiti’, Op. 13 N. Paganini

Lakehead University - LUMINA Concert Series
LUMINA Concert Series 2022-23
Tuesday, March 7 - Roberto Cani, violin; Derek Chiu, piano
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Violin Sonata in G major K. 301/293a
(1756 – 1791) I. Allegro con spirito
II. Allegro
Vincent Ho The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals, Book 1 (2021)
(1975) I. 调皮的老鼠 - Mischievous Mouse
II. 小牛犊 - Little Ox
III. 虎崽之舞 - Dance of the Tiger Cubs
IV. 腾跃的兔子 - Prancing Bunny
V. 小龙 - Little Dragon
VI. 蛇影蛇行 - Playful Snakelets
VII. 快乐的小马驹 - The Happy Foal
VIII. 瞌睡羊 - Sleepy Lamb
IX. 猴子学样 - Monkey See, Monkey Do
X. 跳舞的小公鸡 - The Dancing Cockerel
XI. 流浪的小狗 - The Wandering Puppy
XII. 温顺的小猪 - Gentle Piglet
Cesar Franck Sonata in A major for Violin and Piano
(1822 – 1890) I. Allegretto ben moderato
II. Allegro
III. Ben moderato: Recitativo-Fantasia
IV. Allegretto poco mosso
Tickets: $15 and $10
Subscriptions: Regular $70 - Senior $50 Information: 343-8010 ext. 8787
All concerts are held on Tuesdays in the Jean McNulty Recital Hall, William H. Buset Centre for Music and Visual Arts, 12:30 pm

University of Windsor - School of Creative Arts Concert Series: Violinist Roberto Cani and Pianist Derek Chiu
Saturday, March 4, 7:30 pm
Violinist Roberto Cani and Pianist Derek Chiu
Performance Hall, SoCA Armouries, 37 University Ave. East
UWindsor Music alum pianist Derek Chiu returns to Windsor with violinist Roberto Cani for a concert in the Armouries' Performance Hall!
Tickets: $25 Adults; $10 Students
Program:
Roberto Cani, violin Derek Chiu, piano
Violin Sonata in G major, K. 301/293a W. A. Mozart
i. Allegro con spirito
ii. Allegretto
Violin Sonata #2 M. Ravel
i. Allegretto
ii. Blues: Moderato
iii. Perpetuum mobile: Allegro
~ intermission ~
Sonata in A major for Violin and Piano Moderato César Franck
I. Allegretto ben moderato
II. Allegro
III. Ben moderato: Recitativo-Fantasia
IV. Allegretto poco mosso
Variations ‘I Palpiti’, Op. 13 N. Paganini

Metropolitan Detroit Musicians League
Lecture Recital
Vincent Ho - The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals, Book 1 (2021)
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Allegro in D major K. 626b/16
Johannes Sebastian Bach - Prelude and Fugue in E major, Book 2 BWV 878
http://mdmlonline.org/

ProArts @Noon Concert Series
ProArts brings together artists and audiences in a historic venue at the heart of Calgary's cultural district. Our non-profit organization provides performing artists with showcasing opportunities through the ProArts @ Noon Concert Series, contributing to Calgary's vibrant arts community through diverse performances all year round.
This performance is generously sponsored by the Nickle Family Foundation.
Free Admission
https://www.proartssociety.ca/
Program
Vincent Ho - The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals, Book 1 (2021)
I. 调皮的老鼠 - Mischievous Mouse
II. 小牛犊 - Little Ox
III. 虎崽之舞 - Dance of the Tiger Cubs
IV. 腾跃的兔子 - Prancing Bunny
V. 小龙 - Little Dragon
VI. 蛇影蛇行 - Playful Snakelets
VII. 快乐的小马驹 - The Happy Foal
VIII. 瞌睡羊 - Sleepy Lamb
IX. 猴子学样 - Monkey See, Monkey Do
X. 跳舞的小公鸡 - The Dancing Cockerel
XI. 流浪的小狗 - The Wandering Puppy
XII. 温顺的小猪 - Gentle Piglet
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Allegro D-dur, K. 626b/16
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Twelve Variations on "Ah vous dirai-je, Maman", K. 265/300e
Frederic Chopin – Berceuse, Op. 57
Frederic Chopin – Nocturne in c minor, Op. 48 No. 1
Heitor Villa Lobos - A próle do bébé: O policinelo

Vancouver Island Music Academy
VANCOUVER ISLAND MUSIC ACADEMY
BEAUTIFUL MUSIC MAKING IN MAGNIFICENT SURROUNDINGS
The Vancouver Island Music Academy is hosted by Brentwood College. Sheltered on the pristine coastline of Vancouver Island, the College’s 77-acre campus has over one kilometre of waterfront facing the Gulf Islands and stunning views of a snow-capped Mount Baker. The College is located forty kilometres north of Victoria and is adjacent to the village of Mill Bay.
Distinguished Faculty Recitals
August 10, 2022 T. Gil Bunch Centre for Performing Arts
Myroslav Skoryk - Melody in a minor with violinist John Lowry
Claude Debussy - Cello Sonata with cellist Eva Ribchinsky
Vincent Ho - The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals, Book 1
August 13, 2022 T. Gil Bunch Centre for Performing Arts
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Trio in E-flat major, K.498 “Kegelstat” with violinist John Lowry and violist Liza Scriggins
Repertoire for Student Collaboration
Jean-Baptiste Bréval - Sonata in G major Op.12 No.5 for cello and piano
Joseph Haydn - Cello Concerto No.1 in C major, Hob.VIIb:1
Camille Saint-Saëns - Le cygne for cello and piano
Camille Saint-Saëns - Cello Concerto No. 1 in A minor, Op. 33
Franz Schubert - Sonata for Arpeggione and Piano in A minor, D. 821
Georg Philipp Telemann - Concerto in G major for Viola, Strings and Basso continuo TWV 51:G9

Cremona International Music Academy and Festival
Welcome to 2022 Cremona Academy!
We are delighted to be back in Cremona in the summer of 2022 and present an exciting, dynamic, and inspirational music program with world celebrated masters, guest artists, Academy alumni, and students from around the world!
Distinguished Faculty Recitals
July 16, 2022 Chiesa della Santissima Trinità
Myroslav Skoryk - Melody in a minor with violinist Sean Wang
Maurice Ravel - Violin Sonata #2 with violinist Sean Wang
July 18, 2022 Camera Di Commercio Di Cremona - Salla Maffei
Vincent Ho - The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals, Book 1 (Italian Premier)
July 25, 2022 Camera Di Commercio Di Cremona - Salla Maffei
Claude Debussy - Cello Sonata with cellist Laszlo Mezo

Germany Tour
Violin- und Klavierkonzert
Dara Lynn Zusko - violine
Derek Zhi Guang Chiu - Klavier
Dates:
4.23.22 - Poing, Germany
4.28.22 - Burghausen, Germany
4.29.22 - Munich Germany
Program:
César Franck - Sonate für Klavier und Violine A-dur
Myroslav Skoryk - Melodiya
Fritz Kreisler - Schön Rosmarin, Rondino & Tambourin Chinois
Vincent Ho - Die zwölf chinesischen Tierkreiszeichen, Buch 1
Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin - Nocturne e-Moll, Op. posth. no. 1
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Allegro D-dur, K. 626b/16
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Twelve Variations on "Ah vous dirai-je, Maman", K. 265/300e

The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals Book 1 Encore Performance
The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals Book 1 by Award winning Canadian Composer Vincent Ho is inspired by the animals from the Lunar calendar. The first book features the animals in baby form. There will be four books composed. The works were composed for Vincent’s daughter Claudia. These pieces can be purchased through Promethean Editions and select compositions can be found in the 2022 Royal Conservatory of Music Celebration Series.
Program:
Myroslav Skoryk Melody in a minor
Vincent Ho The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals, Book 1 (2021)
I. 调皮的老鼠 - Mischievous Mouse
II. 小牛犊 - Little Ox
III. 虎崽之舞 - Dance of the Tiger Cubs
IV. 腾跃的兔子 - Prancing Bunny
V. 小龙 - Little Dragon
VI. 蛇影蛇行 - Playful Snakelets
VII. 快乐的小马驹 - The Happy Foal
VIII. 瞌睡羊 - Sleepy Lamb
IX. 猴子学样 - Monkey See, Monkey Do
X. 跳舞的小公鸡 - The Dancing Cockerel
XI. 流浪的小狗 - The Wandering Puppy
XII. 温顺的小猪 - Gentle Piglet
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Allegro in D major K. 626/16b
Twelve Variations on "Ah vous dirai-je, Maman", K. 265/300e
Georg Frideric Handel Sarabande in d minor
Passacaglia
Johann Sebastian Bach Prelude and Fugue in E major, BWV 878
Frederic Chopin Nocturne in e minor, op. posth. 72 no. 1
This performance is sponsored by NYF Wealth Management and Truvera Trust Corporation

The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals Book 1 World Premiere
The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals Book 1 by Award winning Canadian Composer Vincent Ho is inspired by the animals from the Lunar calendar. The first book features the animals in baby form. There will be four books composed. The works were composed for Vincent’s daughter Claudia. These pieces can be purchased through Promethean Editions and select compositions can be found in the 2022 Royal Conservatory of Music Celebration Series.
Program:
Myroslav Skoryk Melody in a minor
Vincent Ho The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals, Book 1 (2021)
I. 调皮的老鼠 - Mischievous Mouse
II. 小牛犊 - Little Ox
III. 虎崽之舞 - Dance of the Tiger Cubs
IV. 腾跃的兔子 - Prancing Bunny
V. 小龙 - Little Dragon
VI. 蛇影蛇行 - Playful Snakelets
VII. 快乐的小马驹 - The Happy Foal
VIII. 瞌睡羊 - Sleepy Lamb
IX. 猴子学样 - Monkey See, Monkey Do
X. 跳舞的小公鸡 - The Dancing Cockerel
XI. 流浪的小狗 - The Wandering Puppy
XII. 温顺的小猪 - Gentle Piglet
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Allegro in D major K. 626/16b
Twelve Variations on "Ah vous dirai-je, Maman", K. 265/300e
Georg Frideric Handel Sarabande in d minor
Passacaglia
Johann Sebastian Bach Prelude and Fugue in E major, BWV 878
Frederic Chopin Nocturne in e minor, op. posth. 72 no. 1
This performance is sponsored by NYF Wealth Management and Truvera Trust Corporation