Shenshen Zhang

Shenshen Zhang is a Pipa virtuoso and Lecturer in Santa Clara University's Department of Music within the College of Arts and Sciences. Trained at Beijing's Central Conservatory of Music (B.A.) and Xiamen University (M.A.), she specializes in classical Chinese music performance and ethnomusicology. Her professional highlights include solo performances with major orchestras worldwide, premieres of contemporary works by composers including Tan Dun, and leadership in cross-cultural collaborations. Award-winning albums include 'SERENITY' (traditional pipa) and 'SHENSduo' (original compositions).

Performance Legacy: Premiered works at Houston Grand Opera, Asian Art Museum, Disneyland Lunar New Year celebrations, and San Francisco Symphony's educational programs. Current research explores improvisational fusion through collaborations with Ancient Future ensemble.