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Meet Xiang Gao, a pioneering violinist and educator whose work spans performance, recording, and innovative collaborations. As the University of Delaware’s Trustees Distinguished Professor of Music and Zi Jiang Professor of Music at East China Normal University, Gao has helped shape a new generation of musicians. He co-founded 6-WIRE, a Delaware-based crossover chamber ensemble that has served as Ensemble-in-Residence at the University of Delaware since 2010. Gao’s career blends traditional classical mastery with multimedia and family-friendly works, making him a standout figure in contemporary classical music.

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On stage, Gao is known for delivering virtuosic performances with thoughtful storytelling, pairing technical brilliance with compelling programming. Fans and students alike credit him with expanding the violin repertoire through collaborations with living composers and innovative concert formats. Whether performing a concert concerto, leading a chamber group, or presenting multimedia works, Gao aims to make classical music accessible and engaging for today’s audiences.

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Upcoming appearances and projects continue to showcase Gao’s versatility. The 6-WIRE ensemble has been recognized with major grants and awards, including a Chamber Music America grant (2015) and the Delaware Governor’s Award for the Arts (2014). Their recordings include 6-WIRE on 57th: Selections from the 2019 Carnegie Hall Concert (Studio Recording) — 2021, 6th Sense (2018), and The 6ixth Sense (2013). Gao’s ongoing performances and educational initiatives reflect a commitment to artistry, accessibility, and the next generation of musicians. Follow official channels for the latest tour dates and releases.

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Social links: official site xianggao.net, YouTube channels for Xiang Gao and 6-WIRE.

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Quick Facts About Xiang Gao

  • Discography (most recent first): 6-Wire on 57th: Selections from the 2019 Carnegie Hall Concert (Studio Recording) — 2021 (label: Meyer Media); 6th Sense — 2018 (label: Meyer Media); The 6ixth Sense — 2013 (label: unknown).
  • 6-WIRE is a Delaware-based crossover ensemble founded by Xiang Gao and Cathy Yang; it has been Ensemble-in-Residence at the University of Delaware since 2010.
  • Gao is the first Chinese concert artist to be named an endowed professorship in the U.S., serving as UD’s Trustees Distinguished Professor of Music and holding the ZiJiang Professor of Music title at East China Normal University.
  • Major awards/achievements include the Delaware Governor’s Award for the Arts (2014) and a Chamber Music America grant (2015) for 6-WIRE; the ensemble has premiered works by notable composers and recorded multiple albums.
  • Notable projects include the Butterfly Lovers Multimedia Violin Concerto and the New Butterfly Lovers multimedia concerto for family concerts.
  • Social media presence includes official site xianggao.net and YouTube channels for Xiang Gao and for 6-WIRE; see below sources for links.

The records

Xiang Gao Discography

  • 6-Wire on 57th: Selections from the 2019 Carnegie Hall Concert (Studio Recording)
    2021 · Meyer Media
  • 6th Sense
    2018 · Meyer Media
  • The 6ixth Sense
    2013 · Unknown

Upcoming appearances and projects continue to showcase Gao’s versatility. The 6-WIRE ensemble has been recognized with major grants and awards, including a Chamber Music America grant (2015) and the Delaware Governor’s Award for the Arts (2014). Their recordings include 6-WIRE on 57th: Selections from the 2019 Carnegie Hall Concert (Studio Recording) — 2021, 6th Sense (2018), and The 6ixth Sense (2013). Gao’s ongoing performances and educational initiatives reflect a commitment to artistry, accessibility, and the next generation of musicians. Follow official channels for the latest tour dates and releases.

Social links: official site xianggao.net, YouTube channels for Xiang Gao and 6-WIRE.

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