OCMD String Ensemble

SEASON 2025/2026

Lucy Lu is an accomplished violinist, conductor, and educator whose dynamic career has taken her to some of the world’s most prestigious concert halls across the United States, Asia, and Europe. As a soloist, chamber musician, orchestral player, and conductor, she consistently demonstrates exceptional artistry and leadership.

Ms. Lu has served as Concertmaster for the Bellflower Symphony and the Orchestra Collective of Orange County and currently holds the position of Principal 2nd Violin at Millennium Choir and Orchestra and first violinist with the Plaża String Quartet. She has collaborated with esteemed ensembles such as the Nie’Er Symphony Orchestra in China, LA Chamber Choir, and Celestial Opera Company. Her notable performances include appearances at venues such as the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Soka Performing Arts Center, Cerritos Performing Arts Center, Irvine Barclay Theatre, Musco Center for the Arts, and Carpenter Performing Arts Center.

As an educator, Ms. Lu founded Violinbaby Music Studio, where she has cultivated a tradition of excellence. Her students have been accepted into prestigious institutions such as The Colburn School, Seattle Youth Symphony, Pasadena Youth Symphony Orchestra, and Claremont Youth Symphony Orchestra. They have also excelled in international competitions, including the MAP International Music Competition, where she was honored as an Outstanding Instructor in 2022, as well as the Pelican International Music Competition and the Satori Summer Music Festival Competition.

Ms. Lu is the conductor of the Orange County Youth String Ensemble and a dedicated string coach at several educational institutions, including Arcadia High School, Arroyo High School, Four Seasons Youth Orchestra, and South Coast Youth Symphony Orchestra. In 2024, she achieved a career milestone by leading the Orange County Youth String Ensemble in a side-by-side performance with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, a collaboration that highlighted her exceptional conducting skills and ability to inspire young musicians.

In 2025, Lucy Lu has been invited to join the faculty and jury panel of the Opus One International Music Festival, further showcasing her outstanding influence in the field of classical music education. Additionally, the youth string orchestra under her direction will embark on a European tour in the summer of 2025. They have been invited to perform at the European International Arts Festival, taking the stage at three world-class concert halls, including the prestigious Vienna Golden Concert Hall, demonstrating their exceptional musical artistry.

Currently, Ms. Lu serves as a string consultant for the Hacienda La Puente Unified School District (HLPUSD), where she plays a crucial role in enhancing the district’s string programs and supporting the development of student musicians.

Ms. Lu holds a master’s degree from the Bob Cole Conservatory at California State University, Long Beach, where she studied under Professor Moni Simeonov. Her passion for both performance and education drives her commitment to fostering a deep appreciation for classical music, inspiring students and audiences alike.