Lili is a passionate violinist undertaking her second year at ANAM, under the tutelage of Adam Chalabi.
Beginning her musical journey at the age of four, Lili's love and enthusiasm for music has continued to flourish. In 2018, Lili was a recitalist in the National Youth Concerto Competition and in 2022, became a member of the Amogus Trio which won first prize in the Musica Viva Strike a Chord Prize.
She began her tertiary studies at the University of Queensland (UQ) in 2021 studying a Bachelor of Music (Honours) where she received the Kinnane Music Scholarship and has been learning with Adam Chalabi since the commencement of her degree. Throughout her three years of study at UQ she was awarded the Pollett String prize in 2022 and 2023, the Sleath String prize in 2023 as well as a Dean's Commendation of Academic Excellence for 2023.
Lili takes great pride in participating in the Australian Youth Orchestra (AYO) programs has been privileged to take part in two international tours. She is most excited for the upcoming 2025 International Tour. In 2024, Lili was offered the Sydney Symphony Orchestra fellowship through AYO and in 2025 will be undertaking the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra fellowship. These programs have been invaluable to her in forming friendships, professional connections and as learning experiences.
Lili's passion for music is not limited to any one musical career path. Her aspiration is to have a multi-faceted and fulfilling career in all forms of performance within Australia as well as abroad. In her spare time, Lili enjoys painting, watching films, and cooking.
FROM: QLD. Lands of the Turrbal people.
Lili is supported by ANAM Syndicate donors Olga Abrahams, Peter and Jane Phillips.
Photo by Pia Johnson