BIOGRAPHY

The De Beauvoir Piano Trio is a London- based prize-winning ensemble formed by violinist Enyuan Khong, cellist Charlotte Kaslin and pianist Hao Zi Yoh.
The trio seek to bring freshness and vitality to the classical masterworks, whilst elevating both modern and marginalised voices.
The trio has been successful in competitions: they have previously won the 2nd Prize at the Virtuoso & Belcanto Competition in Italy (2021), the 3rd Prize at the IX Stasys Vainiunas Competition in Lithuania (2022) and were Finalists of the St-Martin-in-the-Fields Chamber Competition in the UK (2020), postponed due to Covid-19.
They have been invited to participate on scholarships in festivals across Europe, including Jeunesses Musicales in Germany and Musique à Flaine in France.
The Trio regularly performs in venues across the UK and Europe.
They were recently selected as Ensemble in Residence of the 2025 Britten Pears Young Artists’ Programme, and have also attended the prestigious 2022 Prussia Cove International Musicians Seminar under the tutelage of Thomas Adès.
Past engagements include the 50th anniversary of the IMS at the Wigmore Hall (2022), Leeds International Concert Season (2021), the Institut Français in London and in Edinburgh (2021).
The Trio were most recently a showcase ensemble for the ECMA (European Chamber Academy) Seminars in Oslo and performed, presented and took part in masterclasses there.
The trio is also part of the Le Dimore del Quartetto agency in Italy.
They are under the mentorship of Chamber Studio in King’s Place, in London.
The Trio is grateful for the mentorship of Adrian Brendel, Andràs Keller, and Christoph Richter, as well as the guidance of Ronan O’Hora, John Myerscough and Richard Ireland.
PLAYERS

Charlotte Kaslin is a highly accomplished cellist known for her expressive solo performances, compelling chamber music collaborations, and leadership in orchestral playing.
A founding member of the award-winning De Beauvoir Piano Trio, she has earned widespread recognition for her artistry and musical versatility.
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Her numerous scholarships and accolades include the Thompson Family Charitable Trust Award, the Peter Halling Memorial Prize, and the Ann Driver Trust Scholarship.
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As a sought-after chamber musician, Charlotte has shared the stage with renowned artists such as Maxim Vengerov, Miguel da Silva, Alasdair Beatson, Josephine Knight and Maria WÅ‚oszczowska. She also enjoys frequent collaborations across Europe with her sister, pianist Luana Kaslin.
Charlotte has participated in leading festivals such as IMS Prussia Cove, Encuentro de Santander, and the Lewes Chamber Music Festival.
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Alongside her chamber and solo work, Charlotte is an accomplished orchestral player. She has appeared as principal cellist and other leadership roles with esteemed ensembles such as Aurora Orchestra, Welsh National Opera, Opera North, Appassionato Orchestra (Paris), Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Orchestra 430 de Vigo (Spain).
Charlotte’s artistry has been shaped by mentorship from celebrated musicians including Steven Isserlis, Jean-Guihen Queyras, Gary Hoffman, Steven Doane, Troels Svane.
She performs on a Julian Bachellier cello.


Hao Zi Yoh - Piano
Hao Zi Yoh is a Malaysian pianist based in London and is a member of the ensemble De Beauvoir Piano trio.
She has performed around Europe, USA, China, Japan and Malaysia and collaborated with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, Nova Amadeus and Baleares Symphony Orchestra.
Most recently, Hao Zi made her debut at Kings Place and performed at Lighthouse, Norden Farm and Brighton Festival. Hao Zi was an artist of the Kirckman Concert Society 2023/24 and was also soloist at Trinity Laban’s New Lights Contemporary Music Festival, performing a world premiere of Arnold Griller’s Concertino for Piano and Chamber Group Introduction, Cakewalk and Allegro.
Hao Zi also participated in creative outreach projects led by the Open Academy for children and elderly with Dementia, where she performed in Music for Moment Concerts at the Wigmore Hall. She collaborated with author-illustrator David Litchfield and improvised to his award-winning book “The Bear and the Piano”.
Hao Zi continues to develop her performing career in addition to tutoring at King’s College.
During the London-lockdown 2021, Hao Zi also organised livestreams and charity fundraisers. Her previous teachers include Martino Tirimo, Christopher Elton, Elza Kolodin and Chong Lim Ng.
En Yuan Khong - Violin
A versatile soloist, chamber musician, writer and improviser, violinist Enyuan Khong is committed to promoting music as a tool for connection.
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Recipient of the Stephen Bell Charitable Trust Award, the Ivy Sharp Scholarship, winner of the Ivan Sutton Prize, St James Prize, and string finalist in the Royal Overseas League Competition, Enyuan has performed as soloist across Europe with orchestras including the Jenaer Philharmonie, Oxford Philharmonic and Sound Collective Orchestra.
As a chamber musician, she has performed in the Santander and Oxford Chamber Music Festivals, and partnered with musicians such as Miguel Da Silva, Andreas Frölich, Carole Presland and Ursula Smith among others.
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Enyuan is passionate about contemporary and collaborative practices, and is currently involved as an improviser with the Richard Chappell Dance Company.
She is also a part of the contemporary ensemble and music project, Sound Salon, a space where performing musicians and composers collaborate.
Enyuan is grateful for the support and guidance of current and past mentors, including Adrian Brendel, Andràs Keller, Thomas Brandis and Felix Andrievsky.