Qing Du is a London-based Guzheng artist and innovator, celebrated for her professional artistry and dynamic cross-cultural projects. She has performed across international stages—from London, Edinburgh, and Cambridge to Paris, Dubai, Beijing, and Xi'an—consistently exploring new possibilities by blending the guzheng with diverse musical traditions. Her performances have graced international cultural festivals, Chinese-themed events, Sino-UK exchanges, and both classical and contemporary concerts, reflecting the growing global appeal of the instrument.
At the heart of Qing's practice is a flexible and intuitive approach to music-making. She shapes each performance through its context, atmosphere, and connection with the audience, treating every occasion as an opportunity for reimagination. To her, technical skill is a means—not an end—a philosophy she brings to teaching as well. Qing is committed to helping students not only master the guzheng but also develop their own unique artistic voice with confidence.
Guzheng Featured Live with Gorillaz in London
Witness a groundbreaking fusion where tradition meets innovation, as Qing Du brings the guzheng into the world of Gorillaz. In this exclusive London performance, ancient Chinese melodies intertwine with contemporary beats, showcasing the instrument's remarkable versatility to a global audience.
Guzheng Performance at World Expo in Dubai
Qing, the one and only Guzheng artist invited by World Expo in Dubai, has been playing and representing Guzheng and Chinese music with world’s best musicians at the unique global stages.
