Zhixuan Li
Vancouver,Canada
Summary
Have been studying Guzheng for 12 years (2013-present).
Accomplished Guzheng Performing Department Head at Y.C. Music College, adept in arranging and leadership, led 30+ volunteers to perform in nursing homes and festivals. Initiated groundbreaking music compositions at the Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble, enhancing audience engagement. Recognized for exceptional performance skills and music theory knowledge, significantly contributing to multicultural projects.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Guzheng Player
Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble
Vancouver, Canada
06.2022 - Current
- The first lead guzheng player in high school
- Performed 4 major concerts with 3500+ audiences at the Vancouver Theatre annually with orchestras, symphonies and choirs
- Initiated the composition of music pieces that integrate guzheng and Western music instruments
- Provided technical support at live shows by troubleshooting any issues that arose
Founder & Manager
Lord Byng Traditional Music Ensemble
Vancouver, Canada
09.2021 - Current
- Performed in 15+ high and elementary schools in Vancouver City during the Lunar New Year
- Organized weekly practice and managed schedules for performances
- Recognized by the Vancouver Government's Multicultural Project
- Assigned parts of performances based on individual talents and contributions to overall sound quality
Guzheng Performing Department Head
Y.C. Music College
Vancouver, Canada
01.2023 - Current
- Leading 30+ music volunteers to perform in 5 nursing homes in Vancouver
- Transposed music to alternate keys to fit individual styles or purposes
- Played and led at 5 festivals and concerts annually
Guzheng Musician
06.2013 - Current
- 12+ hours of practice weekly
- At least 8 solo performances annually
- Conducted research on different genres of music to expand knowledge base
Education
Plucked Instruments Performance Diploma -
Y.C. Music Academy
Canada11.2024
Skills
- Arranging
- Recording Techniques
- Performance Skills
- Leadership
- Composition
- Music Theory
Repertoire
Classic Guzheng Music
- Fantasia
- Whisper of the Spring
- High Mountains and Flowing Water
- Jasmine
Modern Music
- My Heart Will Go On
- You Raise Me Up
- Someone Like You
- See You Again
- Game of Thrones
Ensemble
- Moonlight Over the Spring River
- The Silk Road Fantasia Suite
- Zheng Concerto No. 1
- The Butterfly Lovers’ Concerto
Awards
- 03/2023, International Golden Bell Competition, Golden medal
- 03/2023, National Golden Bell Competition, Bronze medal
- 03/2022, International YingCai Cup, Silver medal
- 03/2018, National Traditional Music Competition, Silver medal
Timeline
Guzheng Performing Department Head
Y.C. Music College
01.2023 - Current
Lead Guzheng Player
Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble
06.2022 - Current
Founder & Manager
Lord Byng Traditional Music Ensemble
09.2021 - Current
Guzheng Musician
06.2013 - Current
Plucked Instruments Performance Diploma -
Y.C. Music Academy
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