Biography
Ziyang Huang is a young Erhu artist based in London, dedicated to blending traditional Chinese music with various global music elements, with a particular focus on innovative explorations in Erhu performance. She graduated with distinction from the China Conservatory of Music (CCOM) in 2021, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Music. She later completed her Master’s degree at the UCL Institute of Education in London. Ziyang Huang regularly performs both traditional and modern music around the world, especially in Europe and Asia, having held concerts in over 10 countries and 30 cities.
Artistic Achievements and Performance History
Ziyang Huang demonstrated exceptional artistic talent from a young age. She began practicing Chinese dance at the age of two and developed a love for the Erhu at four. After a year of self-study, she entered music competitions and was discovered by the renowned Erhu professor at CCOM, Professor Zhu. He praised her musical expression, describing it as passionate and delicate, and invited her to become his student. At the age of eight, Ziyang Huang was admitted to the China Conservatory of Music, earning the title of “2008 Little Music Prodigy.” Over the following 13 years, she received numerous scholarships throughout her academic journey and served as the concertmaster of the China Youth Symphony Orchestra. She was also the chair of an autism charity and represented CCOM in multiple domestic and international cultural exchange programs.
From 2021 to 2022, Huang Ziyang toured several cities across China, showcasing Erhu art, and completed her Master’s degree at the UCL Institute of Education in 2023.
Performances and Cross-Disciplinary Collaborations
Ziyang Huang has won first prize in several international music competitions across various categories. She has held numerous masterclasses and performed in cities worldwide, including Beijing, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Paris, and London. She was selected as the resident artist at the Chinese Embassy in the UK, where she conveyed Chinese culture through Erhu melodies.
Her performances have graced the most prestigious venues globally, such as London’s Barbican Centre, Milton Court, Beijing’s National Centre for the Performing Arts, and Beijing Concert Hall. Her music is beloved by audiences worldwide, and she has performed at renowned locations like Westminster Hall, Oxford University’s New Theatre, and Cambridge University’s Trinity College.
Additionally, Ziyang Huang has collaborated with several prominent music brands, recording music for the TATE Modern’s 2023 exhibition “Good Mourning Earth” and releasing an album, Liao, in collaboration with Sony Music. She has also recorded works for CCTV Music Channel and served as an artistic director for Tsinghua University’s traditional music ensemble, while also participating as a judge for Peking University’s singing competition.
Notable Performances in 2025
·Kings Place & London City Symphony Orchestra Collaboration: Explored the fusion of Erhu with Western orchestral music.
·University of Birmingham & Pianist Xiao Di Collaboration: Performed One Step Away and Horse Racing, receiving positive feedback.
·Germany Music Tour: Supported by the Confucius Institute, promoting Chinese music across Germany.
·“Ziyang Presents the Seasons-Spring 2025” Series Concerts: Cross-disciplinary performances with instruments such as Sheng, Guitar, and Piano, attracting attention.
·3rd London Chinese Music Festival – Erhu Instructor
·Southbank Centre “Ye Xian – A Story Untold” Concert
·Erhu & Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Collaboration – Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
Notable Performances in 2024
·Royal Academy of Music (RAM) Erhu Presentation: Celebrated the Year of the Dragon 2024, sharing the charm of Erhu artistry.
·2nd London Chinese Music Festival – Erhu Instructor: Taught Erhu art in London, promoting cultural exchange between East and West.
·Natural History Museum & Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Collaboration: Performed Mark Chait’s The Passion to Heal Erhu Concerto.
·Bristol & Changsha Tourism and Culture Bureau Music Ambassador: Promoted Sino-British tourism and cultural exchange through music.
·Global Music Platform Release of Erhu Singles: Released singles Paganini 24 and Birdsong in the Desolated Mountains, showcasing the unique sound and high techniques of the Erhu.
·Musical Follow the Light: Toured London, Birmingham, and Portsmouth, demonstrating the cross-disciplinary appeal of the Erhu.
·Nottingham University Autumn Charity Concert: Raised £1,295.71 for Children’s Brain Tumor Research Center.
·SAMA Immersive Music Journey: Combined Erhu with modern elements to explore the perfect fusion of Eastern and Western cultures.
·Notable Performances in 2023
·Trafalgar Square Chinese New Year Performance: Introduced the fusion of traditional Chinese music with modern elements to London audiences.
·British Museum New Year Gala Performance: Sponsored by Standard Chartered Bank, showcasing the unique charm of the Erhu.
·Chinese Embassy in the UK “Lisbon Maru” New Year Performance: Met with Ambassador Zheng Zeguang and received high praise.
·Chinese New Year Reception with Chinatown London & Westminster City Council: Promoted Sino-British cultural exchange through Erhu performance.
·Calverton and Dersingham Primary Schools Erhu Lecture: Educated British primary school students about traditional Chinese music.
·TATE Modern-Turbine Hall Collaboration Performance: Collaborated with composer Shammi Pithia and dancer Vidya Patel to perform Good Mourning Earth.
·Chinese New Year Gala at Oxford University: Showcased the deep roots of Chinese music to the academic community.
·“East Wind” 2.0 Concert: Performed the European premiere of Parasitic Grass at St. Paul’s Church, receiving rave reviews.