Ziwei Xu

Ziwei Xu is a distinguished pianist based in the United States, with an international career spanning five continents, including China, Russia, the United States, South Korea, and Australia. He has performed in some of the world’s most prestigious concert venues, including Emerson Theater, Harvard University’s Lehman Hall, New England Conservatory’s Jordan Hall, Boston City Hall, Australia’s Federation Square, Sydney Conservatory Recital Halls, Korea’s SAMICK Concert Hall, Seoul’s Seil Art Hall, Russia’s Rachmaninoff Hall, St. Petersburg Conservatory Main Hall, St. Petersburg Music Hall, and the St. Petersburg Conservatory Concert Hall, among others.

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In 2016, he conducted the Guangxi Symphony Orchestra, showcasing his versatility as both a pianist and a conductor. In 2017, he was featured in an exclusive interview with Nanning TV, highlighting his contributions to classical music. He has earned numerous competition awards and performed in major festivals, including the Dali Piano Art Festival and the Xinghai Cup.

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During his studies in Russia, he became a close disciple of the legendary Soviet pianist Bruhnashava (1942-2021) and was recognized as an outstanding student representative at the St. Petersburg Conservatory. He was also personally received by the Vice Chairman of the China Federation of Literary and Art Circles and the Dean of the Central Conservatory of Music. In Seoul, South Korea, he won Second Place in the “My Contest” Piano Competition and was honored with a reception by South Korean President Moon Jae-in.

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Ziwei Xu completed his undergraduate studies at Hunan University of Technology, where he pursued a double major in Musicology and Law, demonstrating a profound academic foundation alongside his artistic pursuits.

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In the United States, he was invited by the Brookline Senior Center to present a solo piano recital in Boston and performed at Boston City Hall in a historic concert with the Chinese Musicians Association. On January 10, 2024, he was appointed as the Founder of the Sound of Music Australia-China International Cultural Exchange Competition (North America Division), further expanding his global impact in fostering cultural exchange through music.

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On February 11, 2024, he was the only pianist soloist performing alongside renowned artists, including Ouyang Nana, at the prestigious Ivy League Spring Festival Gala. The event gained widespread attention and was jointly promoted by the MIT Student Association and the Yale Student Association. In March 2024, he was invited to join the Organizing Committee of the IHC Youth Elite League and performed as the exclusive piano soloist at Harvard University’s “Dialogue with the World” Chinese Culture International Summit.

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In May 2024, as the founder of the first international music competition in the 30-year history of the Harvard Student Association, he organized the Australia-China International Cultural Exchange Competition (North America) at Lehman Hall, Harvard University. He was also invited to perform a guest piano recital at the closing ceremony, an event officially featured by Harvard University.

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Ziwei Xu’s artistry has been recognized by leading figures in the music industry. Renana Gutman, judge of the Cleveland International Piano Competition, praised his performance, stating:

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“Ziwei Xu possesses a passionate soul and impeccable finger technique; his performance is like that of a conductor.”

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With an unwavering dedication to musical excellence and cultural diplomacy, Ziwei Xu continues to bridge Eastern and Western musical traditions through his performances, masterclasses, and leadership in international music initiatives. His contributions as a pianist, educator, and cultural ambassador solidify his place as a distinguished figure in the global classical music scene.

In January 2025, Xu Ziwei was invited by Lincoln Square Management and Consulting to perform as a piano soloist at the Steinway headquarters in Times Square, New York.

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In February 2025, Xu Ziwei made a legendary appearance as a guest piano soloist at Boston Symphony Hall, one of the world’s four greatest concert halls and home to one of the world’s top four symphony orchestras base concert hall.