Meet Charlotte Hu!
Dear Friends,
The past two months have been thrilling, with performances across four continents. I am grateful for all the support you've shown me along the way. Now I'm excited to announce a new chapter in my musical journey.
I came to America from Taiwan at the age of 14. My Chinese name was translated to Ching-Yun. Though musical sounding, the translation from Chinese did not reflect its origin. I've long felt the need to embrace my evolving identity and to better reflect this new direction, I have chosen Charlotte Hu as my new stage name.
Having lived as Ching-Yun in the media for decades and through so many important life milestones, it was not an easy decision to make this change. However, with time, experience and self-realization comes strength to embrace change.
Charlotte, with French origins, means freedom. As a Taiwanese-American, Charlotte embodies the core of my personality and lifelong aspiration to have the courage to act, think and speak without hindrance or restraint.
What's Next?
To celebrate this change, I have some exciting things coming up:
New Album: Stay tuned for my brand new album, “Liszt Metamorphosis”, released worldwide by PENTATONE on July 19.
Album release concerts: Philadelphia, New York, Brussel, China tour coming up in the Fall. Check my website for the latest updates.
Updated Social Media: Keep in touch through social media.
PYPA turns 12: PYPA Piano Festival, which I founded in 2013, turns 12 this July! Visit us in downtown Philadelphia for a series of concerts, July 27 to August 4. pypa.info
I hope Charlotte will bring new inspirations and exciting music to you in all corners of the world. I can't wait to see you soon!
With sincere gratitude,
Charlotte