ARTISTRY

Benjamin Phoon is a concert violinist and violist known for combining emotional
depth with refined technical mastery. Performing on a distinctive five-string violin, his artistry bridges classical tradition with modern expressive performance. His playing is recognized for its rich tone, lyrical phrasing, and the ability to connect deeply with audiences across diverse musical settings.

COLLABORATION

His career bridges classical music with contemporary media and entertainment, featuring major concerts, television productions, and international collaborations with artists including Shila Amzah, Shila Majid, Ella Aminuddin, 羅子溢, 王敏奕, Alan Tam (谭咏麟), Yuna, 叮当 Della, Gary Chaw (曹格), and Richard Clayderman, among others. His appearances also include major productions such as the The Voice Grand Final, Anugerah Juara Lagu (AJL), and Dewa 19 – A Night at the Orchestra, and more…

He has also performed at distinguished national and international events, including appearances at Istana Negara, performances for Malaysia’s former Prime Minister Mahathir
Mohamad, as well as major corporate and cultural events for organizations such as PETRONAS.

INTERNATIONAL STAGE

Since 2022, Benjamin has been a member of the Malaysia Philharmonic Orchestra
(MPO). He has performed internationally at venues such as Singapore Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, The Star Theatre, Hong Kong City Hall, and festivals including the Miyakojima International Music Festival and Silpakorn Summer Music Festival.

In Summer 2025, he presented a solo recital in Köpenick, Berlin, and served as Section Leader at the Berlin Opera Academy. His orchestral and solo performances continue to expand his presence across Asia and Europe.