Tang Lu

Tang Lu graduated from the Traditional Chinese Music Composition program at the Shanghai Conservatory of Music. She has studied music since childhood. She learned to play the erhu under Professor Li Jianxiong from the Wuhan Conservatory of Music and delved into composition and music theory with Professor Gao Hongxiang. Later,She moved to Shanghai to further refine her erhu performance skills under the guidance of Professor Wang Yongde at the Shanghai Conservatory of Music. She then shifted her academic focus to composition, majoring in the field under Professor Zhu Xiaogu, and also received systematic training in orchestral conducting from Professor Dai Luqing. Now residing in New Zealand, she works as an arranger, conductor and erhu performer for the New Zealand Chinese Orchestra.

Musical Statement

Music knows no boundaries. I have long been committed to introducing authentic and exquisite traditional Chinese folk music to overseas audiences. Art is never a superficial pastime, but something that thrives on dedication and meticulous craftsmanship. I hope to work alongside fellow artists to help traditional Chinese folk music take root and flourish in New Zealand, allowing listeners at home and abroad to experience the distinctive charm and profound beauty of traditional Chinese music.