𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹

Passionate pianist, driven entrepreneur, and fearless innovator. Pushing the boundaries of classical music and striving to bring it to a new generation.

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

This is why we study Bach, folks. 📷
One man, one wig, one suspiciously large musical family tree… and somehow he still ends up influencing the entire damn chart.
Thanks for all the input so far — we’ve already expanded it to 858 pianists and counting. Keep the names, corrections, and lineage breadcrumbs coming!

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

For 20 years I’ve been taking names and tracing lineages — basically the piano-nerd version of kicking ass and taking names.

My Piano Pedagogy Lineage chart is finally live.

763 pianists so far.

Many names and connections are still missing, I’m sure.

Have a look and let me know what you think:

https://t.co/JryTzSpoTt

#Piano #PianoPedagogy #ClassicalMusic

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

Succession planning protects mission, credibility, and community trust.

It’s not about “what if.”
It’s about stewardship.
New piece for boards and arts leaders:

https://t.co/PPv6uG6Ioy

#InstitutionalLeadership #SuccessionPlanning #ArtsLeadership

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

Waltz in A-flat major, Op. 42 — “Chopin Electric.”

https://t.co/Xo06AOrICV

#Chopin #Piano #Waltz #Op42 #PianoElectric #ChopinCompetition #ClassicalMusic #PianoLovers

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

🦃✨ Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving filled with music & pie! 🥧🍁

I’m transforming piano recitals into immersive, motivational experiences. 🎶✨ https://t.co/JpnvfmrDxM

#HappyThanksgiving #MusicToInspire #ClassicalMusic 🎹🙌 #Mozart #Debussy #Schubert #Dvorak

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

Just hit 3 million meters rowed! 🚣‍♂️ It's been a journey of sweat, grit, and perseverance. Here's to more meters, more milestones, and staying strong. #RowingLife #MilestoneMadness

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

Thrilled to share I've rowed a million metres! 🚣‍♂️🎹 Riding the waves of wellness, reviving my eight-pack, & harmoniously merging fitness with piano. #PianoLife #RowingRhythms #DrArchieChen #FitnessGoals #Mindfulness #PianoRowersUnite

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

@TheEmmapreneur I was part of the GATE/TAG program! 🌟 It offered unique challenges, early tech access, and a special environment that nurtured our talents. Weekly sessions at a different school were game-changers in our creative and intellectual growth. #GiftedEducation #NurturingTalent

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

@iamBryanSanders VA

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

🎉🎵 Thrilled to be co-directors of Holy Names Music Center in Spokane! HNMC has empowered lives through music for 40+ years 🏛️🎶. From kids finding their voice 🧒🎙️ to veterans healing 🎖️🎹 and budding musicians soaring 🚀🎻
https://t.co/WFM4UIkY36

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

🎹🎢 Buckle up, keyboard conquerors! Life as a pianist is a thrilling ride. We stumble, tumble & face cheeky setbacks - not roadblocks, but detours to success!🏆🎶 Embrace failures like tight bear hugs🐻, they're nudges towards your destiny. #ArtisticJourney #EmbraceTheChaos 🎼🌟

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

Archie Chen takes the stage to perform Leopold Godowsky's Study No. 1, based on the diabolically difficult Chopin's Op. 10, No. 1 etude, charmingly nicknamed "Waterfall." In this delightful game of pianistic 'Can You Top This?', Godowsky, the Houdini of the keyboard!

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

You're invited to join us this Sunday at Gonzaga University's Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center Recital Hall at 2pm PST for an unforgettable show that's FREE! #BlackHistoryMonth #MusicCelebration #AfricanDiaspora

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

Join us in celebrating Black History Month by watching "Negro Speaks of Rivers" presented by Archie Chen and Jadrian Tarver on #Vimeo https://t.co/QEWSHvoPbv

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

Don't miss a sneak peek of Jadrian Tarver and me at Spokane Public Radio as we prepare for Beyond the Western Canon: Celebrating the Music and Legacy of Composers from the African Diaspora.

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

My innovative teaching philosophy and incredible dialogue with students is what sets me apart as a piano instructor. I believe in pushing boundaries and encouraging growth, and I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to inspire my students. #piano #teaching #innovation

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

My passion for teaching piano knows no bounds - I love sharing my knowledge and skills with talented students across the globe. Watching them grow and improve is truly rewarding, and I can't wait to see what they achieve. #piano #teaching #students

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

Practice your piano like a rock star - with determination, focus, and a never-give-up attitude. The harder you work, the better you'll get, and the more amazing your performances will be. #piano #practice #rockstar

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

Nothing brings a family together like music and piano at Christmas time. The joy of playing and singing together creates memories that last a lifetime and fills our hearts with love and happiness. #christmas #piano #family

[𝕒𝕣𝕔𝕙𝕚𝕖𝕔𝕙𝕖𝕟 🎹 @archiechen]

Piano performance on the biggest stages in the world is like a wild roller coaster ride - heart-pounding, thrilling, and completely exhilarating! It's a rush like no other and you never know what's coming next. #piano #performance #adrenaline