About

“Very much accurate, detailed and yet freedom” TROMP jury 2022

Cheuk Hin Keith Ng (2000) is an up-and-coming percussionist dedicated to captivating audiences with his unique sensitivity and fervent passion. He won the 2nd prize at the 2022 TROMP International Percussion Competition, 3rd prize at the 2021 PSM Opole International Marimba Competition and 2nd prize at the 2020 Prinses Christina Concours.

Keith's musical pursuits extend beyond solo performances, as he actively engages in chamber music. He is one of the members of the Bang Percussion Trio and has performed at the NMF Kamermuziekfestival bij Natuurmonumenten, TROMP Percussion Festival and Muziekgebouw aan’t Ij to name a few. Furthermore, he co-founded the AMSwave Trio and performed in Beijing and Qingdao.

Born and raised in Hong Kong, Keith started to learn percussion at the age of 7. He earned his bachelor’s degree at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam, where he will continue his master’s studies. Throughout his education in Amsterdam, He studied with Rachel Zhang, Laurent Warnier, Ramon Lormans, Nancy Zeltsman, Arnold Marinissen, Nick Woud, Bence Major, Mark Braafhart, Marijn Korff de Gidts and Richard Jansen.

Apart from making music, Keith enjoys cooking and figure skating during his free time.