Carnegie Hall

Dai Wei (b. 1989) is originally from China. Her music navigates the spaces between East and West, classical and pop, electronic and acoustic, innovation and tradition. Her artistry is nourished by Asian and ethnic Chinese culture in many different ways. An experimental vocalist, she performs as a khoomei throat singer and is active as a Mandopop songwriter and singer. Her music has been commissioned and performed by the Utah Symphony, New Jersey Symphony, American Composers Orchestra, Bang on a Can, and Aizuri Quartet. Fun fact: She almost chose to become a professional dancer at the age of 11.