Brian Chung

Oral History Information

Interview Date
Job Title
Senior Vice President
Company Name
Kawai America
Tags
Music Education / Music Teachers, PMAI (Piano Manufacturers Association International), Music Manufacturers, Kawai Musical Instrument Company, Music Advocacy, Music Industry Associations, Pianos, NAMM Board of Directors-Interviewed

Brian Chung grew up surrounded by music and played piano at an early age. He earned an MBA and worked at ATT before returning to music. Brian wrote film scores using MIDI in the early 1980s, but injured his arm. As he wondered what he would do until his arm recovered, he applied and got a job at Kawai Pianos. Within several years he grew within the company, becoming senior vice president. During this time Brian became a strong supporter of many music education programs including those supported by NAMM.