Professional Cellist & Teacher
About
"A musician of great depth and nuance"
Canadian cellist Gordon Giang brings an expressive, collaborative spirit to every performance, whether in the intimacy of chamber music or on the concert stage. A prizewinner at the 2025 Shean Competition and finalist at the Prix d'Europe competition, he is currently completing his Doctor of Music degree at the Université de Montréal with Yegor Dyachkov, having previously earned a Master of Music from the same institution, and a Bachelor of Music from the University of Alberta with Rafael Hoekman.
Chamber music lies at the heart of Giang's artistic life. He has performed across Europe and North America alongside renowned artists including Guillaume Sutre, Juan-Miguel Hernandez, Robert Uchida, Marie Bégin, and Françoise Gneri. He is a founding member of the Montréal-based Trio Miltenberg, alongside violinist Bailey Wantuch and pianist Mai Miyagaki. Recent highlights include performances at the Tuckamore Music Festival and a subsequent post-festival tour of Newfoundland, as well as participation in Kyoko Hashimoto's International Music Workshop and Festival in Germany.
Giang's musical growth has been enriched by studies at Domaine Forget de Charlevoix and Orford Musique, working closely with cellists including Johannes Moser, Andreas Brantelid, and Natasha Brofsky. Equally committed to sharing his love of music with the next generation, he finds inspiration in teaching and guiding young musicians as they embark on their own musical journeys. His musical pursuits are made possible through the generous support of the Edmonton Community Foundation and the Anne Burrows Foundation, to whom he is eternally grateful for. Away from the concert stage, Giang enjoys cooking and sharing his culinary creations with a close knit circle of friends.
Giang performs on a rare Polish cello by Andrzej Janik, paired with a bow by Jacques Audinot.
2024-Present
Université de Montréal
Currently pursuing Doctor of Music degree with Yegor Dyachkov. Prizewinner at the 2025 Shean Competition and finalist at Prix d'Europe.
2022-2024
Université de Montréal
Completed Master of Music degree at Université de Montréal. Founded Trio Miltenberg and performed across Europe and North America.
2018-2022
University of Alberta
Bachelor of Music with Rafael Hoekman. Studied at Domaine Forget and Orford Musique with renowned cellists including Johannes Moser.
2023-Present
Trio Miltenberg
Founding cellist of Montréal-based trio with violinist Bailey Wantuch and pianist Mai Miyagaki. Regular performances at major festivals.
2017-present
Teaching Experience
Private cello instruction focusing on technique, artistry, and musical expression. Helping students develop confidence and lifelong appreciation for music.
2020-2025
Festival Performances
Tuckamore Music Festival, Domaine Forget, Orford Musique, and Kyoko Hashimoto's International Music Workshop in Germany.
Nurturing musical excellence
Giang's pedagogy encourages students to build a solid technical foundation while connecting their work to the human experience. Independence, expression, and creativity are key in the learning process. He is passionate about nurturing not only strong cellists, but also confident, empathetic musicians who view music as a lifelong source of inspiration and connection.