Guzheng Performance
Jay Lai performs with guzheng as the central voice—elegant, expressive, cinematic.
Her repertoire spans lyrical Chinese classics, cinematic pop, and modern jazz, creating an elevated soundscape.
With international appearances at Harvard, MIT, UNESCO World Heritage Festival, Senate of France, and the National Palace Museum, Jay brings a rare blend of artistic depth and refined presence to every stage.
Selected Performances
Jay has performed at museums, cultural institutions, and international festivals—bridging tradition and modern expression through her artistry.
United States
- Harvard University
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology
- Philadelphia Museum of Art
- Asia Society (Houston)
- Rice University
- Honolulu Museum of Art
Europe
- Senate of France (France）
- UNESCO World Heritage Festival (Germany)
- Westdeutscher Rundfunk / Südwestrundfunk Radio Broadcast (Germany)
- Contemporary Music Days (Turkey)
Asia
- National Palace Museum (Taiwan)
- International Beijing Guzheng Festival (China)
- Tokyo Summer Music Festival (Japan)
- One Month Festival (Korea)
…plus additional engagements across Europe, Asia, and North America.
What People Are Saying
“Jay is absolutely wonderful! We have her to do a live performance at our office to celebrate Lunar New Year. Her performance really impressed our team and made it such a special event. Aside from the talent and skill. Jay is such a pleasure to work with. She communicates effectively, punctual and very easy to talk to. I highly recommend working with her!”
— Chengcheng F., AppsFlyers, San Francisco
“Jay created a stunning musical experience—deeply moving, culturally rich, and distinctly personal. The perfect touch of elegance and soul.”
— Margaret Y., Architect, CA
Bring the Elegance of Guzheng to Your Events
Bring the ancient sound of guzheng — a 2,500-year-old Chinese instrument — to your next event in the San Francisco Bay Area.
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