Yu Zhao is a student of Carol Mastrodomenico.
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SECOND STAGE: Yu Zhao, soprano | In Bloom | Graduating Student Project
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | 3:00 pm 4:00 pm
artist bio
Chinese soprano Yu Zhao is a vocalist dedicated to exploring connections between Western classical tradition and contemporary Chinese art song. She is currently pursuing a Master of Music in Vocal Performance at the Longy School of Music of Bard College. Zhao received her Bachelor of Music degree from the China Conservatory of Music, where she was awarded the First Prize Scholarship and received extensive training in vocal performance and music education.
As an active performer, Zhao has appeared in concerts, competitions, and collaborative productions in both China and the United States. Her repertoire spans Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and contemporary works, with a particular artistic focus on combining bel canto technique with Chinese poetic expression. She has received awards in multiple international competitions, including the British Best Classical Musician Competition and the Elizabeth Music Competition.
Zhao is also passionate about teaching and musical outreach, seeking to bring classical vocal music to broader and more diverse audiences through performance and education.
Second Stage Series
Be part of the excitement as Longy’s developing artists share their ideas, test their creativity, and invite you into their artistic journey. You’ll witness the energy and originality that emerge when musicians explore new possibilities and take bold steps in their growth. Every performance gives you a front-row seat to the making of tomorrow’s artists.
Longy’s performances are free and open to the public, but please register in advance.
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