Jing Yan Bowcott

A native of China, Jing Yan Bowcott is a distinguished violinist whose musical journey has taken her across Asia, Europe and the United States. Encouraged by her musical parents, she began playing violin at the age of six and won her first competition at ten. She later studied at Beijing’s Central Conservatory of Music before earning a full scholarship to the Royal Academy of Music in London. Graduating with top honors, she received the Academy’s highest diploma for her outstanding final performance. She then continued her studies in the U.S. under the renowned violin professor Mauricio Fuks at Indiana University.

Passionate about chamber music, Jing enjoys exploring a wide range of repertoire, from classical masterpieces to contemporary works. She has collaborated both as a soloist and ensemble musician with Art of Elan, La Jolla Music Festival, California Chamber Orchestra and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s MusicNOW series. As an orchestral musician, she has performed with the Chicago Civic Orchestra, Elgin Symphony, New World Symphony, London Philharmonic and Beijing Symphony. Her accolades include first prize at the Neimeng Violin Competition, the Winifred Solo Competition in London, and the prestigious Royal Academy Soloist award.

Jing has been a member of the San Diego Symphony since 2006 and is the violinist of the Artonic String Quartet. In 2019, she was an artist-in-residence at Hainan University School of Music and Dance in China, where she mentored and performed with local students and musicians. Dedicated to education, she provides private lessons on solo repertoire and orchestral excerpts, nurturing the next generation of violinists.

Beyond her musical career, Jing is passionate about traveling the world, embracing new experiences and constantly learning. A true foodie, she enjoys discovering diverse cuisines, as well as indulging her love for fashion and home decor.