TwoSet Violin: Where classical music and social media collide

The convergence of classical music and social media is the focus of the discussion surrounding Brett Yang and Eddy Chen, known as TwoSet Violin. Originally brought together during after-school math tutoring in Australia, the duo has transitioned to selling out international concert venues during their second world tour.

With a substantial online presence, boasting over 7.5 million followers across social platforms and more than 1.3 billion YouTube views, TwoSet Violin showcases how classical music can engage new audiences through creativity and dedication.

Their content, characterized by humor and educational value, spans from satirizing film portrayals of violinists to challenging well-known classical artists to unique feats. They even ventured into parodying popular music and classical motifs. While their humor targets the classical music community, it has also attracted a diverse audience, fostering a sense of community among their fans.

By blending classical music with digital media, TwoSet Violin has captured the attention of a wider demographic, including individuals who were previously unfamiliar with classical music. This success underscores the importance of engaging with social media to draw younger and more diverse audiences to live performances, a challenge facing many classical music organizations.

TwoSet Violin’s impact extends beyond entertainment, promoting the idea of practice over perfection. They’ve initiated crowdfunding campaigns for their tours and emphasize the significance of practicing and performing live. Their influence has also given rise to a fictional character, Ling Ling, representing the ideal model student in the music realm. This concept reflects the duo’s encouragement of practice and their rejection of traditional sponsorship deals.

As they continue their second world tour, the response from TwoSet Violin’s fans suggests that a growing online audience is eager to participate in and appreciate the world of classical music.