Cherubim Music Trust is delighted to celebrate the success of young violinist Nirvana Che-Lai, who was selected to perform in the televised auditions of BBC Young Musician 2026.
Nirvana delivered a captivating performance of Leo Geyer’s Homage to Jakub Segar, earning high praise from the judging panel, which included Joanna MacGregor, Ben Gernon and Peter Moore.
Reflecting on her playing, conductor Ben Gernon remarked: “There is so much imagination.”
During the broadcast, Nirvana also spoke movingly about her passion for music, declaring: “Music is literally my everything.” Her words perfectly capture the dedication and enthusiasm that have driven her musical development.
Nirvana performs on the Georg Karl Klotz ‘Scotchmer’ violin, alongside a Pécatte bow, both generously loaned through Cherubim Music Trust. These instruments have supported her development as a young musician, enabling her to pursue opportunities such as BBC Young Musician.
Her appearance in the televised auditions represents a significant achievement and an exciting milestone in her musical journey.
Everyone at Cherubim Music Trust extends their warmest congratulations to Nirvana. We are immensely proud to support her talent and look forward to following her continued progress.
Cherubim Music Trust supports talented young musicians by providing access to high-quality instruments, helping them develop their potential and pursue their musical ambitions.