Welcome to my channel! I’m Gao Hong, a pipa player, composer, and passionate ambassador of Chinese music. I began performing professionally at 12 years old and studied with master Lin Shicheng at the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing. Over the years, I’ve been honored with awards in both China and the U.S., including First Prize in the Hebei Young Performers Competition and the International Art Cup. I was the first traditional musician to receive the Bush Artist Fellowship and the only musician in any genre to earn five McKnight Artist Fellowships. In 2018, I received the Sally Award for my commitment to the arts, and in 2017, I became the first Chinese musician to perform the U.S. National Anthem at a Minnesota Timberwolves game. I’m excited to share my music with you—please subscribe to enjoy pipa performances, collaborations, and original compositions!