Iris Kwok

Iris Kwok is a journalist based in Berkeley, CA. She plays the cello and studied music, among other subjects, at the University of California, Berkeley.

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Iris Kwok - April 28, 2025

The Alexander String Quartet says the challenges of sustaining a career in California led to the decision to part ways “on our own terms.”

Iris Kwok - April 22, 2025

With two new members and a whole lot of new music, the ensemble is ready to play its 10th annual hometown festival.

Iris Kwok - April 1, 2025

The Piedmont East Bay Children’s Choir is set to sing the world premiere of Eric Tuan’s Echoes of Eureka.

Iris Kwok - February 3, 2025

The superstar pianist is in charge of his own career and proving he’s more than his win at the Chopin Competition.

Iris Kwok - January 6, 2025

Is the orchestra’s former associate conductor, who now has a flourishing international career, a contender to succeed Esa-Pekka Salonen?

Iris Kwok - August 6, 2024

The 31-year-old, who’s performed with everyone from Gustavo Dudamel to Taylor Swift, chats about his career path and his passion for new music.

Iris Kwok - February 20, 2024

The YouTube phenom talks about balancing online life with the sort of performing she’d like to pursue.

Iris Kwok - November 14, 2023

Ahead of his return to SF Opera, the former Adler Fellow and now international star chats about gaining confidence and singing from the heart.

Iris Kwok - October 23, 2023

In California for concerts this month, Chan speaks about her path to the podium and the challenges faced by women conductors.

Iris Kwok - July 23, 2023

The young but poised ensemble makes a captivating, enthusiastic start to a marathon task.