From May 21 to May 25, 2026, Grammy Award-winning violinist Charles Yang will bring his genre-crossing musical vision to China, performing in Shenzhen (May 22), Shanghai (May 23), and Nanjing (May 24). This tour offers audiences a rare opportunity to experience a violinist who seamlessly bridges classical mastery with contemporary and crossover creativity.
Charles Yang, recipient of the 2018 Leonard Bernstein Award, is renowned for his technical brilliance, expressive nuance, and adventurous programming. Equally at home in the classical canon and in modern, genre-defying projects, he has performed with leading orchestras around the world, including the San Francisco Symphony, Philadelphia Orchestra, Baltimore Symphony, Czech Philharmonic, and Basel Symphony Orchestra. His concert venues span the globe, from Carnegie Hall, Vienna Musikverein, Lincoln Center, Berlin Konzerthaus, and Rudolf Musikhalle, to Walt Disney Concert Hall, Royal Danish Theatre, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and even the Forbidden City in Beijing. Notably, his performances have been witnessed by two former U.S. Presidents and the Queen of Denmark, highlighting his international acclaim.
Critics consistently praise Yang’s artistry for its clarity, lyricism, and tonal richness. BBC Music Magazine notes: “...highly expressive lines and rich tonal harmonies… Charles Yang’s playing is elegant and full of variety.” His performances combine the technical precision of a classical virtuoso with a deep sense of musical storytelling, often integrating elements from jazz, folk, rock, and contemporary music to create a truly immersive experience.
Beyond his solo career, Yang is recognized for collaborative projects that connect music to other art forms, including theatre, multimedia, and improvisation. These crossover endeavors not only attract diverse audiences but also redefine the possibilities of violin performance in the 21st century.
For his 2026 China tour, Charles Yang promises a dynamic program that blends classical masterpieces with innovative crossover arrangements, highlighting both his virtuosity and his adventurous musical spirit. Each performance invites the audience into a world where familiar melodies meet unexpected twists, and where the violin becomes a vehicle for storytelling, emotion, and cultural exchange.
Audiences in Shenzhen, Shanghai, and Nanjing will have the rare chance to witness one of today’s most versatile and compelling violinists, as he brings technical mastery, imaginative programming, and infectious energy to the stage.