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Xavier Ip

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Content strategist at CENTER STAGE, growing a classical music platform to 29K+ followers and 7M+ views.

United States
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At CENTER STAGE, I founded and independently operate a classical music media platform dedicated to highlighting the next generation of musicians and bringing classical music to younger audiences. I’ve grown it to 29K+ followers and 7M+ cumulative views, and developed its creative direction, content strategy, and visual identity.

At NYDRILLPAGE, I co-founded and helped build a hip-hop media platform that grew to 300K+ followers and generated $150K+ in cumulative revenue. I created and curated much of its content, managed paid campaigns involving artists and record labels, and helped promote artists through digital content and audience development.

Music is also a central part of my life: I’m a cellist with the BOSTON YOUTH PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA and teach private cello students and coach chamber music. I’ve studied cello performance at DEPAUL UNIVERSITY and CLEVELAND INSTITUTE OF MUSIC.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Founder & Creative Director

Center Stage

Mar 2025 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Founded and independently operate a classical music media platform, growing it to 29K+ followers and 7M+ cumulative views. Develop creative direction, content strategy, and social media operations while building relationships with 200+ musicians.

BO
Current

Cellist

Boston Youth Philharmonic Orchestra

Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 9 months)

Perform as a member of a nationally recognized youth orchestra, participating in major orchestral repertoire and professional-level musical preparation.

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Current

Musician & Outreach Participant

Project STEP

Jan 2018 - Present (8 years 9 months)

Participate in musical outreach and community engagement initiatives to expand access to classical music education. Received the George James Webb Award in 2022.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

DePaul University logoDU

DePaul University

Bachelor of Music, Cello Performance

2025 -

Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Music in Cello Performance, on leave of absence.

Cleveland Institute of Music logoCM

Cleveland Institute of Music

Cello Performance

2023 - 2025

Studied Cello Performance.

WS

Watertown High School

High School Diploma

Earned a High School Diploma.

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