Yifeng Xie

Originally from Jiangmen, China, Yifeng Xie (b.1999) is currently pursuing his Master of Music Degree in Composition under the instruction of Huang Ruo. Previously, he studied composition with John Carbon at Franklin and Marshall College and guitar performance with Nate Radley at Berklee College of Music. 

Taking inspiration from nature and whims, Yifeng’s music not only focuses on capturing the various colors of landscapes and dreamscapes, but also aims to explore connections and interactions between self and the natural world, searching for inner peace. In addition, the reflection of the past is a frequent theme featured in Yifeng’s music. His music often undertakes the role of an observer, revisiting past events as if from an outsider's perspective. Dramatically and sentimentally, he recreates scenes and restores emotions through notes and sound. 

Yifeng has worked with ensembles and musicians such as the JACK Quartet, Beo String Quartet, Duo Zonda, CAMP (Contemporary Art Music Project), The Astra Collective, musicians from the Allegro Orchestra in Lancaster, the Franklin and Marshall College Philharmonic and the Mannes Orchestra. He is the recipient of the Nolt Music Award in 2021.

To contact Yifeng, email him at darinshazam@gmail.com