The Lin Yao Ji Music Foundation of China is a company limited by guarantee established in 2010 under the laws of Hong Kong which has been awarded charitable organization status by the Inland Revenue Department of the Hong Kong SAR Government.

The Foundation celebrates the life of Lin Yao Ji, whose moral and artistic virtues, unassuming life style, and unique teaching principles nurtured and influenced some of today’s finest violinists and musicians, as well as fuelled the ascent of contemporary Chinese artists onto the global stage. Lin Yao Ji was more than just a violin professor. He was a philosopher and a visionary who imparted lessons in life to his students. His teachings were not only narrowly focused on perfecting technique, but also about instilling an understanding and appreciation for music and the role it plays in life. In remembrance of Lin Yao Ji’s life-long work, the Foundation aspires to continue his legacy, which is a meaningful and fitting way to commemorate an accomplished teaching career that spanned over 40 years at the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing.

Every day, we ask ourselves what we can do for others to make the world a better place for everyone. In music, we see the power to influence and drive social change on multiple levels. Music teaches key values of leadership, collaboration, respect for nature, and creativity, all of which are essential qualities that extend beyond the studio. It can also help develop individual qualities of self-confidence, discipline, sensitivity for things around us, respect for diversity, and a deeper appreciation of the arts in general. Having a thriving cultural engine adds to the diversity and depth of society, and may help provide innovative solutions to its needs.

Here at the Foundation, we believe that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to learn about classical music, whether it be giving a young clarinettist the opportunity to fulfil his dream, or providing a budding composer with a platform to share his creation, or even just sharing with a clueless parent the path of music studies for the young. In this respect, the Foundation’s work is not just about nurturing a crop of world-class musicians. In addition to supporting young musical talents, we aim to bring classical music into everyone’s life by promoting the accessibility and appreciation of classical music in Hong Kong.

This is not something we can accomplish alone. In rallying individuals and organizations from both private and public sectors who share our passion for making a positive impact on the world through music, we hope to influence the development of music education by instilling values to be passed on from generation to generation.