Rulin Olivia Zhang -Erhu

Olivia Rulin Zhang was Soloist and Concertmaster of Beijing Ethnics Music Orchestra in her early career. After moving to the U.S. in 2009, Zhang won Vivaldi International Music Competition’s National Music category and performed with many orchestras and ensembles in Chicago, Houston, and St. Louis area. Zhang made her St. Louis Symphony Orchestra solo debut in 2023 at Powell Hall. She believes the love of music transcends linguistic and cultural barriers. She is enthusiastic about performing at cultural events for a higher purpose: bridging cultural divides.
Zhang is the Presidents' Volunteer Service Award Silver medal winner with 350+ volunteer hours in 2022.