Jennifer Zhang, Chinese Multi-instrumentalist, Singer & Dancer

What to Expect: The Jennifer Zhang Experience

When you hire Jennifer, you aren’t just booking a performer; you are securing a seamless, high-luxury entertainment solution. Jennifer brings the same level of poise and professionalism to your event that she has delivered for U.S. Presidents, Fortune 500 CEOs, and international fashion houses.

1. Solo Performance: Electrifying and enchanting Dizi, Xiao, Guzheng, Pipa, Hulusi, piano, vocals (original/covers), DJ, and dance. Whether your event requires the ethereal, zen-like atmosphere of a traditional Chinese flute (Dizi) or the high-energy "wow factor" of a modern fusion set, Jennifer tailors every note to your audience. Perfect for lunar new year celebrations, community galas, corporate summits, wedding ceremonies or VIP receptions, Jennifer performs on over ten instruments (Dizi, Xiao, Pipa, Guzheng, etc.), creating a sophisticated soundscape from a single "show-stopping" 5-minute opening number to a full-evening atmosphere that lasts as long as your festivities.

2. Ensemble, Band & Dance Troupe Experience: Curated traditional Chinese ensembles, modern pop/rock fusion bands to professionally choreographed dance troupes. Every performance is bespoke and meticulously tailored to the scale of your event.

3. Bilingual Emcee, On Camera Talent, Acting, & Show Hosting: A seasoned media personality, Jennifer served as the Global Tourism Ambassador for Visit Florida, starring in a major video series for the state’s official tourism bureau. Her acting credits include a recurring role on NBC’s hit drama Chicago P.D. and the lead in the acclaimed theatrical comedy A Girl’s Gotta Do by A-Squared Theater. A gifted bilingual communicator in English and Mandarin, Jennifer previously served as a news anchor and host for WNDZ 750 AM. Her poise and dual-language fluency have made her the premier choice for high-profile international galas, corporate summits, and cultural showcases where cross-cultural sophistication is a priority.

4. Full-Scale Programming & Show Production: Having performed and organized more than 800 premier showcases and concerts worldwide, Jennifer serves as a one-stop-shop for your entertainment needs. She offers comprehensive production services—from securing premier DJs and celebrity talent to meticulous program design and stage management. By curating every detail of your evening’s program, Jennifer ensures your gala is flawlessly executed, providing you with the ultimate experience and total peace of mind.

5. Brand Ambassadorship & Global Reach: With a powerful digital footprint of over 50k Instagram followers and 1 million+ YouTube views, Jennifer is a true global influencer. Based in Austin, Chicago, and Shanghai, she is available for elite bookings and travel worldwide.

6. Reliability and Professionalism

Event planners choose Jennifer because she is:

* Punctual & Prepared: She understands the logistics of soundchecks, stage management, and event flow.

* Versatile: She has performed for everyone from world leaders to charitable events for children and the elderly, adapting her energy to match the room perfectly.

* A Joy to Work With: Jennifer is known for her "grace under pressure." She overcomes event-day challenges with a smile and a "can-do" attitude that makes the organizer's job effortless.

In the Jennifer Zhang Experience, customization is Key: Every occasion is unique. Jennifer is more than happy to discuss your specific vision and exceed your highest expectations. Contact her today to begin designing an unforgettable experience for your guests! <3

Jennifer Zhang

is a well-known virtuoso musician, fashion model, global actress, bilingual emcee, social media influencer, and cultural ambassador. Her consistent recognition by Forbes Magazine as one of the Top 100 Most Influential Chinese in both 2023 and 2024 highlights her significant impact. Jennifer plays more than ten different Chinese instruments, such as the Chinese transverse bamboo flute (dizi), Chinese vertical bamboo flute (xiao), Chinese bottle gourd silk (hulusi), Chinese reed flute (bawu), Chinese pan flute (paixiao), Chinese lute (pipa), 7-stringed zither (guqin), 21-stringed zither (guzheng), in addition to the piano. Furthermore, she is an accomplished vocalist and songwriter. Her musical journey started at the tender age of four under the guidance of China’s top-notch professors, such as Chunling Lu (dizi), Yue Chen (xiao), Xiaosheng Zhao (piano) and Baili Fang (piano). She graduated from Northwestern University with her bachelor's degree to later pursue advanced studies in Songwriting at Berklee School of Music in Boston and in Chinese Folk Music at Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing.

Jennifer won more than 80 gold awards in musical excellence as well as many first prizes in various talent competitions. From her crowning of the Miss Friendship Ambassador of Chicago 2015, she went on to win an impressive total of five coveted international titles such as the Miss China International 2017 and the Brilliant Miss World 2020. In addition, Jennifer has received numerous awards in musical performing arts, for instance, Best Asian Entertainer by 2021 Chicago Music Awards, Best Artist by 2018 Chinese Songwriter Contest in the US, Funniest "Stay-at-Home" Short Film by 2020 Asian Pop-Up Cinema, and first Prize by 2017 America's Got Cantonese Talent Singing Competition. In 2019, Jennifer is invited to heat up the stage of NBC's popular TV show - America's Got Talent, as the only Asian traditional instrumentalist, in its fourteen seasons. More of her recent accolades include:
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Forbes Magazine Most Influential Chinese Top 100 (China)

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Forbes Magazine Most Influential Chinese Top 100 (China)

Judge - 2023 Miss Friendship Ambassador Pageant (Chicago)
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2021
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Best Asian Entertainer by 2021 Chicago Music Awards (Chicago)

2020
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Crowned as Brilliant Miss World - Ranked No.1 Globally Among More Than 1000 Contestants (World Final)
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Global Clean Environment Award (Entertainment) - Action for Clean Environment (Seoul, South Korea)
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Winner - 2020 Funniest "Stay At Home" Short Film Competition (Chicago)
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Winner - Los Angeles Center of Photography Exploring Humanity 5th Annual Fine Art Exhibition (Los Angeles)
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Winner - Filter Photo Interior Life Show (Chicago)
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Second Place - Kodak Professional Europe Photo Contest (Europe Final)
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2019
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Judge - 2019 Miss Friendship Ambassador Pageant (Chicago)
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Excellent Community Service Award - Association of Chinese-American Scientists and Engineers (Chicago)
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Best Asian Entertainer Nominee - Chicago Music Award (Chicago)
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2018

Best Music Video Award - US-China Film Festival

First Prize - Chinese Songwriter Contest (US Final)

Best Asian Entertainer Nominee - Chicago Music Award (Chicago)

First Prize - China Central Television (CCTV) Global Brand Ambassador Contest (US Final)

Judge - Second Annual Chinese Songs On-Campus Singing Contest (US Final)

2017

First Prize - CCTV Global Band Ambassador Contest (Chicago)

Most Popular Young Chinese Artist Award - Chinese Radio Seattle (Seattle)

Miss China International - Miss China International Pageant (China Final)

Audience Choice Award - Miss International Pageant (World Final)

Outstanding Overseas Musician Award - CCTV Huaren Channel (Beijing)

Featured Artist - International Music Alliance (US Final)

First Prize - CCTV Star Talent Competition (Chicago)

First Prize- America's Got Cantonese Talent Singing Competition (US Final)

Exemplary Community Service Award - Asian American Coalition of Chicago (Chicago)

2016

First Prize - Windy City Photography Contest (Chicago)

2015

Miss Friendship Ambassador of Chicago - Chicago Chinatown Chamber of Commerce (Chicago)

Miss Chicago Chinese & Top Sixteen - Miss Chinese International Pageant (World Final)

Chicago Emerging Leader Honoree - Mandarin Leader Magazine (Chicago)

Judge - Ninth Annual Voice of University of Illinois at Chicago Singing Contest (Chicago)

2014
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Judge - Eighth Annual Voice of University of Illinois at Chicago Singing Contest (Chicago)

Judge - First Annual Eacast Media Group's Voice of Chicago Singing Contest (Chicago)

Judge - Eleventh Annual Voice of University of Chicago Singing Contest (Chicago)
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Judge - Tenth Annual Voice of University of Chicago Singing Contest (Chicago)

Emerging Star Award - Seventh Annual China's National Print Model Competition (China Final)

Jennifer has illuminated the stages of more than 800 notable venues around the world. She was the opening musician for the 2017 Bloomberg Global Business Forum in NYC, where she played the dizi for over 250 heads of states and CEOs of multinational corporations, such as Justin Trudeau, Bill Gates, Jack Ma, and Michael Bloomberg. She has also showcased her musical talent in front of multiple preeminent leaders of our generation, for example, US President Barack Obama, US President Bill Clinton, US Vice President JD Vance, Jensen Huang, Lisa Su, Anna Wintour, Tim Cook, Indra Nooyi, and Cindy Crawford. Her list of corporate clients is comprised of Apple, Google, Amazon, AMD, United Airlines, Ferrari, McLaren, Uniqlo, Northern Trust, Morgan Stanley, Allegiance, Noodoe Technology, Wells Fargo, Salesforce, Ecolab, Hutchison Whampoa Limited, MGM Grand, Caesars Entertainment, Meijer, Mitsuwa, Martell, Blue Moon, Argo Tea, Brita, and Presence Health, etc. She was also chosen to be the tourism ambassador for the State of Florida and starred in the 2018 Visit Florida video series. She also served as the spokesperson for Illinois' Dupage County. Her generous heart has made her partner with lots of great non-profit organizations, for instance, Chicago Modern Orchestra Project, Fulcrum Point New Music Project, International Music Foundation, Illinois Arts Council Foundation, Lions Club International, and many more! Her achievements gave her the opportunity to headline concerts in a variety of cities around the globe including New York City, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami, London, Paris, Milan, Seoul, Singapore, Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong.

With her loyal following on multiple social media platforms, Jennifer released her original single 'Flying High' and pre-released her debut EP “Jennifer Zhang 张羽琪” to rave reviews. She wrote the EP entirely by herself and her other representative original songs include: “Warmth," "Foam of the Ocean,” and "Moonlit Castle,” etc. Her original single 'Flying High' has earned her the Best Music Video Award at the 2018 US-China Film Festival.

"Jennifer's excellent musical ability and graceful appearance is a beautiful scenery of Chicago, which has attracted the audience and intoxicated the critics,” Sing Tao Daily stated. Jennifer has been featured and interviewed by many major TV and radio stations, for instance, NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, CMT, MTV, CCTV, Shanghai Media Group (SMG), Pear Video, TVB, the Style Network, Hawaii Public Radio, Chinese Radio Seattle, KPTZ, KOWS, WLUW, and WMFT. Jennifer was seen in numerous publications, for example, Chicago Sun-times, Chicago Tribune, Daily Herold, Time Out Magazine, Chicago Magazine, Hype Magazines, Broadway World, Made Magazine, Xinhua News, China News Agency, People's Daily, ON CC, Overseas Chinese, China Journal, UK Chinese Times, Argentinian Chinese Headlines, Splash Magazines, Promo Magazine, Made Magazine, Haute Couture Magazine, Amour Magazine, and Import Tuner Magazine. She also appeared on magazine covers such as the Angel Rising Magazine's 2016 October Issue and the World Class Beauty Queens Magazine's 2017 March Issue.

Outside of music, Jennifer is a highly regarded model, actress, show host, emcee, fashion designer, and producer. Winning multiple awards as a print model, she has shot commercials and been a spokesperson for lots of brands. As a designer and runway model, she has showcased her signature Qipao fashion collections at elite events such as New York, Paris, and Couture Fashion Weeks, with her image featured on prominent billboards from Chicago’s Michigan Avenue to New York’s Times Square. As an actress, Jennifer has landed a recurring role on NBC's Chicago P.D. and played the leading role for the comedy "A Girl's Gotta Do, etc." by A-Squared Theater. She has also acted in various commercials and short films including “The Windy City,” “Chinglish,” “Friday the 13th,” and “Machine Baby.” Jennifer worked as a news anchor and show host on WNDZ 750 AM. Having emceed countless major galas in both Chinese and English, she has produced many talk shows, music videos, talent showcases, and educational programs.

Due to her involvement in numerous social and charitable causes, Jennifer received a number of awards such as Youth Friendship Ambassador Award by the Chicago China News & Digest, the Excellent Community Service Award by the Association of Chinese-American Scientists and Engineers, the Chicago Emerging Leader Honoree by the Mandarin Leader Magazine, and the Exemplary Community Service Award from the Asian American Coalition of Chicago. Following her success, she is giving back to her communities and developing other rising artists through her company - Jeneration Capital & Entertainment. Jennifer was elected as director for Eacast Media Group, board member of Chinese Crisis Responder, board member for Action for Clean Environment, board member for Chinese American Museum of Chicago, and associate board member for VanderCook College of Music. Furthermore, she is a senior board member of Hong Kong Shanxi Chamber of Commerce, vice chair at North America Chinese Media Alliance, and an angel ambassador of Project Michael Angelo Foundation. She is the founder of Northwestern University Club of China, the official alumni group in China for her proud Alma Mater - Northwestern University.

Originally from Shanghai, Jennifer currently resides in Austin and Chicago. Beyond her professional artistry, she is a passionate explorer of life—enjoying travel, swimming, ice-skating, gardening, and organic farming. A dedicated animal lover, she shares her home with her two beloved puppies, two cats, and eleven pet chicken. Jennifer loves having a wonderful time with her friends! Bringing a vibrant energy to everything she does, Jennifer is ready to make your next event a part of history—book Jennifer Zhang today to provide your guests with a performance they will remember for a lifetime! :)

Connect with Jennifer on her website and various social media sites for more updates! <3

Jennifer is highly adaptable and can perform in almost any environment. For larger events & galas: A wired/wireless microphone and the ability to play a background track is preferred to ensure the best sound quality. While not strictly necessary, a professional stage and a DJ with a quality sound system are always welcomed to enhance the performance. Jennifer is an expert at coordinating with on-site teams to ensure a flawless technical execution.