Jen Shyu

Jen Shyu is a Taiwanese-American vocalist, composer, multi-instrumentalist, dancer, and performance artist. Her work often blends experimental jazz, improvisation, traditional music from East Asia (particularly Taiwanese, Korean, and Indonesian), and contemporary classical elements. Shyu is known for her linguistic fluency, performing in multiple languages within her compositions. She has received critical acclaim for her albums and live performances, which often explore themes of identity, cultural heritage, and personal experiences. She has been recognized with awards and fellowships, including a Guggenheim Fellowship and a Doris Duke Performing Artist Award. Her practice involves extensive field research, studying with master musicians and dancers in various countries to inform her unique artistic vision.