< Back Zheyang "Jerry" Xiong Violin Learn More Videos About Zheyang "Jerry" Xiong was born in Guangzhou, China in 1995 and began playing the violin at age four, studying with Mr. Yinglong Gu and Professor Wei Wei at Xinghai Conservatory of Guangzhou. In September of 2014, He enrolled at Oberlin College and Conservatory as a chemistry major student and soon afterwards became a double degree candidate, studying violin with Prof. Marilyn McDonald. After graduating from Oberlin College and Conservatory in 2019, Xiong entered University of Southern California Thornton School of Music, and there he became a violin student of Prof. Glenn Dicterow. Recent awards include appearance with pianist Alessandro Deljavana in the Schubert C major Fantasy as well as being a featured soloist with Oberlin Orchestra in Bartok Violin Concerto No. 2. He also declared the winner of 2017-18 Oberlin Concerto Competition and the semi-finalist of Ann and Charless Eisemann International Young Artist Competition of 2018. Xiong was concertmaster of the Colorado College Summer Music Festival Orchestra and also appeared in that position with the Oberlin Orchestra. Upon joining the Thornton Symphony Orchestra, he has been selected as one of the rotating concertmasters. He was also an active participants in many summer institutes including Music Academy of the West in 2018. Xiong also studies the baroque violin with Prof. Marilyn McDonald and has appeared as soloist with the Oberlin Baroque Orchestra. One of his interests is performing music from the baroque and classical period music on original instruments. Previous Next

< Back Previous Melvin Myles Next Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall November 24, 2024 WATCH VIDEO Melvin Kindall Myles is an accomplished vocal artist from Atlanta, GA, known for his versatile and powerful voice that spans Gospel, Blues, Jazz, and Classical styles. His musical journey began in his local church choir, where he first discovered his passion for gospel music. This early foundation shaped his artistic identity and continues to inform his expressive and genre-blending approach to performance. Over the years, Melvin has developed into a compelling solo artist whose emotive delivery and thoughtful, socially conscious lyrics resonate with audiences across generations. His music—rooted in personal experience, spiritual connection, and a deep awareness of the world around him—has earned him a respected place among today’s leading vocal storytellers. A defining chapter of Melvin’s career is his collaboration with Rabbi Micah Lapidus, an acclaimed songwriter and composer known for his spiritually uplifting works. Together, they perform as Lapidus & Myles, a dynamic duo dedicated not only to musical excellence but also to promoting messages of love, equality, and equity. Touring nationwide, they inspire communities through performances that intertwine artistry with social activism. Their concerts are often described as transformative experiences—moments where music becomes a catalyst for healing, unity, and deeper human connection. Through their songs, they advocate for a world where compassion transcends boundaries and justice is a lived reality. (Listeners can stay connected by subscribing to the Lapidus & Myles newsletter.) Melvin continues to expand his artistic horizons, exploring new genres, collaborations, and thematic work. His unwavering dedication to his craft and his commitment to uplifting others have made him a beloved presence both onstage and within the broader artistic community. With every performance, he uses his voice as a force for light, change, and inspiration. In an ever-evolving musical landscape, Melvin Kindall Myles stands as a reminder of art’s transformative power—an artist whose passion, talent, and purpose continue to make a profound impact.

< Back Robert Voisey Composer Learn More Videos About Composers know Robert for presenting their music in places around the world. Voisey has been described as "mad" or "crazy" by the New York Times, Time Out London, Music and Vision, and White Fungus Magazine. "The first thing to be said about "60x60 Dance" is that it is a masterpiece of organization. The idea ... is quite mad. But it's this kind of madness that makes the cultural world go round, and so our thanks are due to the composer Robert Voisey" - An Express Without Any Delays, New York Times Robert Voisey composes chamber music and electronic music. His chamber music feels neo-romantic and frequently utilizes extended instrumental techniques and graphic notation. The electronic music he creates tends to be either ambient in nature utilizing throat-singing techniques he records of himself or he flips over into a mashup territory comprising of a collage of micro-samples. Robert's piano work, "Persistence of Melancholy" received its Carnegie Hall debut in 2019 and featured on the album ENDURANCE with pianist Matthew McCright. The Mid America Freedom Band premiered Robert Voisey's work at Electronic Music Midwest festival and was described by as, "... combined Mid America Freedom Band's concert band instrumentation with electronics in compelling ways, allowing these often separated musical ventures to work together. Voisey's work ... used mass textures and a graphic score that played with, and against, concert band tropes, with the electronics supporting and enhancing the dense sound masses." - Computer Music Journal 2019 Voisey's work has enjoyed the privilege of being selected and performed on many festivals including: ADevantgarde festival, American Art Experience, Bellingham Electronic Arts Festival, Brookes Oxford's Sonic Art Festival, Create Festival, Dance Parade, Digital Art Weeks, EARFEST, Electronic Music Midwest Festival, EuCuE xxvii festival, Fresno New Music Festival, International Electroacoustic Festival at Brooklyn College, International Sound Art Festival Berlin, Annual Kentucky New Music Festival, Annual North Carolina Computer Music Festival, Spark Festival, STUDIO 300 Digital Art and Music Festival, 12 Nights The Street: Festival of Electronic Music, Art and Performance, and the 3rd All Ears Contemporary Music Festival. Robert Voisey is most known for his production work with the company he started Vox Novus and its concert series: 60x60, Composer's Voice Concert series, Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame, Circuit Bridges, and XMV. 60x60 has presented and promoted the works of more than 2500 composers with over 350 performances in close to 50 countries across the globe. 60x60 collaborations have presented the work of thousands of choreographers, dancers, performance artists, video artists, fine-artists, and more. The Composer's Voice concert series has presented over 1000 composers and musicians in 150 concert primarily produced in New York City but also in more than 10 countries around the world. Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame has featured more than 80 musicians and ensembles which have through Vox Novus inspired thousands of one-minute works to be written for them. Robert Voisey intrinsically believes in championing a community which collaborates and joins together to celebrate new music. http://www.60x60.com/founder/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Voisey Previous Next

< Back Previous Qi Zhang Next WATCH VIDEO Qi Zhang is an internationally acclaimed pianist and educator, and the founder and director of Musart Music, one of the most influential and successful classical music education institutions in the New York metropolitan area. He received his early musical training at The Juilliard School, completing both Pre-College and undergraduate studies, and later earned his Master’s degree from Yale University, where he further refined his artistic vision, intellectual depth, and pedagogical approach. As a pianist, Qi Zhang has won numerous national and international prizes and has performed extensively throughout the United States and abroad. His artistry is deeply rooted in the European classical tradition and is distinguished by structural clarity, expressive depth, and stylistic integrity. Alongside his performing career, Qi Zhang has dedicated his life to music education and mentorship. In 2018, he founded Musart Music, which has since grown into a flagship institution serving hundreds of students and supported by a faculty of more than thirty distinguished artists and educators—many of whom are alumni or affiliates of The Juilliard School, Yale University, the Curtis Institute of Music, and the Manhattan School of Music. Under his leadership, Musart has become widely recognized for its rigorous training, nurturing environment, and exceptional student outcomes. Students of Musart Music have achieved outstanding success on both national and international stages, including repeated acceptances to Juilliard Pre-College and other elite pre-college programs, top prizes at major competitions, and invitations to perform at prominent concert venues and televised cultural events. Qi Zhang is particularly recognized for his ability to identify and cultivate exceptional young talent, guiding students toward technical excellence, artistic maturity, and long-term artistic development. Beyond the studio, Qi Zhang is actively engaged in cultural and community outreach. He regularly organizes performances for senior living communities, charity events, and public cultural initiatives, and frequently collaborates with internationally renowned artists and educators to present masterclasses, performances, and mentorship opportunities for young musicians. Through his artistry, leadership, and unwavering commitment to education, Qi Zhang continues to shape the next generation of musicians while building Musart Music into a model institution defined by excellence, integrity, and artistic vision.

< Back Previous Adrian Zhang Next Cellist Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall April 30, 2025 WATCH VIDEO Born in the vibrant city of Vancouver, Canada, Adrian Zhang is poised to captivate audiences with his extraordinary musical talent. At just eight years old, he has already distinguished himself as a rising star in the world of classical music. Adrian began studying the cello at the age of four, quickly demonstrating a level of dedication and artistry far beyond his years. Gifted with perfect pitch, he possesses a remarkable ability to recognize and reproduce musical notes with effortless precision. His passion and expressiveness have already earned him numerous accolades—including first prizes and a prestigious platinum award—and at only five years old, Adrian was invited to perform at Carnegie Hall. His performances are celebrated for their emotional depth and technical brilliance, leaving audiences inspired and enthralled. While Adrian shines as a soloist, he also finds great joy in performing chamber music and collaborating with professional musicians in orchestral settings. A true multi-instrumentalist, Adrian is also a virtuoso pianist and drummer, showcasing a versatility that sets him apart from his peers. His seamless transition between instruments reflects both his musical intuition and his boundless curiosity for sound. Beyond music, Adrian is equally devoted to his academic and athletic pursuits. A bright and inquisitive third-grader, he excels in Math and Technology, demonstrating a sharp intellect and a passion for learning. Outside the classroom and concert hall, Adrian loves playing baseball, where his agility, teamwork, and competitive spirit shine through. With his rare combination of talent, discipline, and joy, Adrian Zhang embodies the promise of a remarkable young artist whose journey has only just begun.

< Back Agnes Tse Violin Learn More Videos About It has been said that violinist Agnes Tse’s musical journey began in her baby stroller when she was transfixed by a performance of Herbert von Karajan conducting on TV. She had to wait until she was four before receiving a size 1/8 violin as a toy and the violin has been her closest companion ever since. While recently completing her Master of Music degree at The Juilliard School as a student of Lewis Kaplan and Joel Smirnoff, within one remarkable two-week span, she worked with the London Symphony Orchestra under Sir Simon Rattle and was offered a position with the Baltimore Symphony under Marin Alsop. A native of Hong Kong, Ms Tse has appeared as a soloist with the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra and the Pan Asia Symphony Orchestra. A participant of the New York String Orchestra Seminar at Carnegie Hall, she has been heard at the Music Academy of the West, Tanglewood Music Center, Bowdoin International Music Festival and the International Summer Academy, Mozarteum Universität Salzburg; where she studied with Pierre Amoyal and Zakhar Bron. An avid chamber musician, she has appeared in Juilliard’s ChamberFest and London Symphony Orchestra’s Discovery Day where she performed in a string quartet with David Alberman, Principal Second Violin of the LSO. Her chamber music mentors include Emanuel Ax, Pamela Frank, Yo-Yo Ma and the Juilliard and Takács quartets. She has also performed with the two contemporary music ensembles at the Juilliard School, AXIOM and New Juilliard Ensemble. Ms. Tse was a former Co-Concertmaster of the Juilliard Orchestra, Assistant Concertmaster of the Symphony in C and has been a substitute player at the New York Philharmonic and Princeton Symphony Orchestra. Outside of music, she enjoys walking around the streets of New York City to discover flea markets, antique stores, handmade gift shops, cafés and restaurants. Previous Next

< Back Previous Vee Brown Next Vocalist Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall June 28, 2025 WATCH VIDEO Singer-songwriter Vee Brown is known for her soulful melodies and expressive vocal variations that bring depth and authenticity to her music. A mezzo-soprano with Elon University’s a cappella group Twisted Measure, she is currently pursuing a major in Music Production with a minor in Theatre Arts. In addition to her vocal artistry, Vee is a multi-instrumentalist, honing her skills on piano, guitar, and ukulele. She finds inspiration in everyday experiences, transforming life’s moments into songs that resonate with honesty and emotion. With her unique blend of musicianship, storytelling, and passion, Vee Brown is steadily carving her path as an artist to watch.

< Back Nvart Andreassian Conductor Learn More Videos About NVART ANDREASSIAN – CONDUCTOR /Armenia/ http://nvart.andreassian.free.fr Professionals are impressed by her very large musical culture and solid conducting techniques. For her, interpreting means sharing the spiritual and emotional dimension of music with the players and the audience. Wide-ranging and deep exploration of music, and an analytical reading, shapes her attitude towards repertoires and a conducting language which sets out to be creative, innovative and expressive. Download Press Kit here She aims to decipher the composer's argument and sensibility through the interactive flow of its dynamics and intensity, to sculpt the music as a virtual image, bringing its colors and poetry vividly to life and breathing life into sounds and rhythms . After studying choir conducting in Yerevan (Armenia) with Herman Terteryan and Orchestra/ Opera conducting in Conservatoire de Paris with Pierre Dervaux , Jean Fournet and Sergiu Chelibidache , and conducting Contemporary Music with Pierre Boulez and Peter Eotvos , she has been Assistant-Conductor in Paris Grand Opera of Christophe von Dohnany, Daniel Barenboim, Herbert von Karayan. In 1980 she was a prize winner of the Besançon Young Conductors Competition . The same year she was invited to become the Artistic Director and the Chief Conductor of the French Contemporary Music Ensemble “Polychromie'' and the “ Polychromy Festival”. She has been a contemporary music interpreter and promotor for 50 years . Her love of music and travel was combined when she was invited to become Conductor at the Armenian National Opera from 1993 to 1995 and Chief Conductor at the Tianjin Symphony Orchestra (China) from 1998 to 2003. She is guest conductor at the Hilversum Radio Symphony Orchestra (Netherlands), Szombathely Philharmonic Orchestra (Hungaria), Porto Alegre Symphonic Orchestra (Brazil), Tianjin and Changchoun Symphony Orchestra, Istanbul State Symphony Orchestra, Bursa State Symphony Orchestra, Istanbul State Opera (Turkey) , Orchestre National de Lille, Orchestre National de L`Île de France, Orchestre National de Lorraine (France), Janacek Philharmonic Orchestra, (Czech Republic), Moscow Helikon Opera, Russian State Perm Opera and Ballet Theater, Russian State Symphony Orchestra and Capella (Russia), Armenian State Chamber Orchestra, Gyumri State Symphony Orchestra(Armenia) She is also leading Masterclasses on “Contemporary Music Interpreting Art” for composers , performers and conductors in State Music Conservatories in Beijing, Brussels, Porto Alegre, Tianjin, Montevideo, Geneva, Yerevan, Lille, Paris, Gent , Moscow, Istanbul, Sofia, Ankara ,Prague https://app.sizzlebookz.com/nvart-andreassian-conductor/full-view.html Her repertoire includes classical and contemporary operas and symphony music. Previous Next

< Back Previous Ashley Sang Next Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall November 24, 2024 WATCH VIDEO Ashley Sang, from Orinda, CA, began piano studies at age four and played for two years before starting violin in 4th grade. Now in her seventh year of violin study, Ashley actively participates in RCM exams, recitals, and competitions. She has also appeared as a soloist with the East Bay Chamber Orchestra, showcasing her growing talent and passion for music.

< Back Previous Melanie Hill Next Collaborative Violinist Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall February 17, 2025 WATCH VIDEO Melanie R. Hill, Ph.D. is the Named Term Chair Andrew W. Mellon Assistant Professor of Global Racial Justice and Assistant Professor of American Literature in the Department of English at Rutgers University–Newark, specializing in African American Literature, Black Music Performance, and Womanist Literature/Thought/Theology. She earned her Ph.D. in English Literature from the University of Pennsylvania, with graduate certificates in Africana Studies and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Dr. Hill’s scholarship explores the intersections of literature, music, theology, and Black feminist/womanist thought. She has published on the art of the sermon in African American literature, Black feminism and womanism, and the performance practices of blues and jazz vocalists Bessie Smith and Ella Fitzgerald in the James Baldwin Review, Religions, Oxford University Press, and as a reviewer for the Yale Journal of Music and Religion. She has also served as Associate Research Scholar and Visiting Assistant Professor of Religion and Literature at Yale University. Her forthcoming book, Colored Women Sittin' on High: Womanist Sermonic Practice in Literature and Music (UNC Press) examines how Black women preachers in literature, music, and sacred spaces challenge social injustice through sermon and song. The book is now available for preorder. In 2024, Dr. Hill was invited to Paris, France as keynote speaker and featured solo violinist for the James Baldwin Centennial Celebration, honoring the 100th anniversary of Baldwin’s birth. Her research and pedagogy have also been recognized by Princeton University’s Mellon Research Forum and the Teagle Foundation. Alongside her scholarship, Dr. Hill is a classically trained Gospel-Soul Violinist, performing nationally and internationally. She has appeared at the White House (twice under the Obama administration), the Kennedy Center, the Apollo Theater, the Staples Center, and the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, and performed for Pope Francis’s Papal Mass during his historic U.S. visit. Her media appearances include Showtime at the Apollo, Good Day Philadelphia, Philadelphia Style Magazine, NY1, BET, and TV One. She has performed for Alice Walker, Senator Rev. Dr. Raphael G. Warnock, Sabrina Fulton, Dr. Johnnetta B. Cole, Susan L. Taylor, and has opened for John Legend and Jonathan McReynolds. As part of the Mourning into Unity project, she performed at Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington, D.C., honoring lives lost during the COVID-19 pandemic, and later opened for the National Council of Churches before the sermon of Bishop Michael B. Curry. Dr. Hill remains grateful for God’s blessings and is committed to uplifting others through music, scholarship, and the sacred connections between literature, song, and spiritual healing.

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< Back Previous Stella ter Hart Next Canadian Composer Gala at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall June 30, 2025 WATCH VIDEO Stella ter Hart is a Canadian composer, educator, and choral director born in Estevan, Saskatchewan. A first-generation Canadian, she is poignantly inspired by her rich European background, including French Huguenot ancestors fleeing to the Netherlands in the 15th century to avoid persecution and the loss of her grandmother’s entire Jewish family (over 600 relatives) in WW2 concentration camps, among them her 79-year-old great-grandfather, and a little seven-year-old cousin, also named Stella. Ms. ter Hart was the Head of Music at Rothesay Netherwood School in New Brunswick for six years, after which she moved to Ontario and joined the Toronto Conservatory College of Examiners in the Theory/History Department. Stella has adjudicated countless Music Festivals across Central, Northern, and Eastern Canada. She now focuses on composition, particularly choral and instrumental works. Her style has been described as contemporary yet refreshing, and highly accessible with flashes of the avant-garde. Stella has been commissioned by CBC Radio 2, Symphony New Brunswick, the Indian River Festival, and various professional soloists and ensembles. Her award-winning compositions have been performed throughout North America and as far from home as Australia, Hong Kong, China, Spain, Brazil, Peru, Greece, Austria, and the United Kingdom. Stella is directly descended from the Italian composer Tomaso Vitali (a fun fact) and, to date, is the only individual in Canada to be awarded all four available ARCT diplomas from the Toronto Conservatory of Music: pedagogy, performance, composition, and theory.