Tonight’s Performing Artists
Leona Cheung
Leona Cheung 張力安 (Music Director/Pianist) a Hong Kong–born collaborative pianist based in Boston, is recognized for her expressive artistry and musical leadership. She has performed internationally across the United States, Canada, Europe, and China. A specialist in vocal repertoire, she collaborates with leading choral ensembles and serves as a staff pianist at major Boston institutions. An advocate for art song, she presents thoughtfully curated recitals and champions new works. Her honors include the Graham Johnson Art Song XXI Prize and an American Prize in Chamber Music Performance. Learn more at leonacheung.com. Photo courtesy of Leona Cheung.
Hana Yiu
Hana Yiu 姚曉嵐 (Contralto) is a contralto from Hong Kong, currently based in New York. In 2024, she partnered with pianist Leona Cheung to premiere the Cantonese art song “Soaring into the Light” at NYC SongSLAM, which celebrates AAPI voices and her cultural heritage. An active choral artist, she sings with The Riverside Church Choir and has performed with The Unsung Collective in collaboration with the New York Philharmonic, appearing in an oratorio honoring American singer and activist Paul Robes. Mrs. Yiu received her Master’s Degree in Vocal Performance from The Hartt School, and a Bachelor of Music degree from the Manhattan School of Music. Learn more at stagetime.com. Photo courtesy of Hana Yiu.
Nüwa Athletic Club
Based in Boston, MA, the Nüwa Athletic Club provides an environment for Asian American girls and women to enhance their physical and emotional development through teamwork, sportsmanship and cultural activities which includes but is not limited to lion dance. Learn more at wearenuwa.org. Photo by L. B. Read Photography.
