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"There’s no shortage of musicians from all over the world who are looking to weave their own traditional musics into jazz. You’ve probably heard many of them, and maybe even some who have done so with Chinese music. But you’ve probably not heard any like Le Zhang. The young Shanghai native fuses not only Chinese folk songs but Beijing opera with thoroughly postmodern jazz, some of it tranquil and lyrical, some slow-rolling and heavy as a moving barge, and some with the punkish edge of a John Zorn. She also crafts her own tunes, clever jazz composition set against lyrics inspired by Chinese and Buddhist verse. It’s beautiful, mesmerizing, and completely original — a thrilling combination."Mike West, Washington City Paper ...

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"There’s no shortage of musicians from all over the world who are looking to weave their own traditional musics into jazz. You’ve probably heard many of them, and maybe even some who have done so with Chinese music. But you’ve probably not heard any like Le Zhang. The young Shanghai native fuses not only Chinese folk songs but Beijing opera with thoroughly postmodern jazz, some of it tranquil and lyrical, some slow-rolling and heavy as a moving barge, and some with the punkish edge of a John Zorn. She also crafts her own tunes, clever jazz composition set against lyrics inspired by Chinese and Buddhist verse. It’s beautiful, mesmerizing, and completely original — a thrilling combination."Mike West, Washington City Paper

"... smoky voice, magnetic presence, impeccable intonation, and admirable interpretation." All About Jazz

"..Not only is she extremely talented, her musicianship speaks wonders to her talent as rising young star. She has a remarkable gift and I was privileged to work with her.” Tan Dun, Composer

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