Tchen Yu-Chiou: A Life in Service of Taiwan’s Arts - In Her Shoes Ep20

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Tchen Yu-Chiou is a cultural titan in Taiwan — an accomplished concert pianist and a champion of the arts. She has had a long career promoting Taiwanese arts both at home and abroad. In this episode of "In Her Shoes," discover more about her life and her passion for sharing Taiwan and its artistic heritage with the world. A renowned concert pianist and musicologist, Tchen Yu-Chiou has also held numerous leadership roles in Taiwan’s arts sector. From serving as chairperson of the National Theater and Concert Hall to a political role in the culture ministry, she has been a steadfast advocate for the arts. Alongside her husband, renowned politician Lu Hsiu-yi, she also set up a foundation dedicated to bringing the arts to all of Taiwan. Learn about her formative years studying at the Paris Conservatory in France and how this experience profoundly influenced her, igniting a deep interest in Taiwan’s musical heritage. Discover why she chose to return to Taiwan to develop her magnum opus, the "Encyclopedia of Taiwan Music" — a tribute to the island’s rich musical traditions. Find out what inspired this musical virtuoso to dedicate her life to the arts and to promoting Taiwan’s culture both at home and on the global stage in this episode of "In Her Shoes." “In Her Shoes” introduces leading women in Taiwanese society, spanning fields from fashion and art to business and sports. Explore the lives of these extraordinary women, what drives them, and how they have overcome personal challenges to excel in their careers and reach the top of their professions.

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