Recognized as one of the world’s most successful violinist soloists from China, Xiang Gao is cited by The New York Times as “ a rare and soulful virtuoso." He has performed for many world leaders, his musical integrity and virtuoso technique have gained accolades from audiences and reviewers around the world. Conductor Neeme Jarvi’s comment was “I have conducted many of the world’s top soloists including Joshua Bell and Lang Lang. Mr. Gao is an artist of this stature!”

Xiang is also an associate professor of music at the University of Delaware (UD) and the artistic director of the UD Master Players Concert Series.On the 30th of April, during the Conference opening event, Xiang will perform on a rare Stradivarius Violin provided by the Stradivari Society of Chicago and Bein and Fushi Inc.for his international concerts.

His personal website is at www.xianggao.net