About

Award-winning classical violinist and international concert soloist based in London. Leia Zhu is a 19-year-old British classical violinist who has performed as a soloist in over 20 countries, appearing with leading orchestras and on major international stages including the BBC Proms. She is known for combining virtuosic performance with storytelling and behind-the-scenes insight into the life of a professional musician. Recognitions & highlights: • Classic FM 30 Under 30 • BBC Music Magazine Rising Star • Opus KLASSIK Young Talent of 2025 for debut album Leia is also author of "Bows, Strings and Dreams" (Amazon bestseller in the US, UK & Australia), sharing her journey from childhood prodigy to international concert violinist. This channel features: 🎻 Classical violin performances 🎶 Concert life & backstage moments 🧠 Practice, productivity & musician mindset 🌍 Travel, culture & music around the world Concerts, tickets, recordings, social media & book: 👉 https://linktr.ee/leiazhu