https://www.sunny-xia.com/bio

Today you will be hearing from my dear friend and exceptional musician and conductor, Sunny Xia. Recognized for her innate musicality, compelling presence, and technical precision, Chinese-born conductor Sunny Xuecong Xia’s ability to forge an immediate and captivating connection with orchestras and audiences alike has led to engagements around the country. Recently appointed Douglas F. King Assistant Conductor of the Seattle Symphony, Xia begins her new position in September 2022. I have had the privilege of working with Sunny for the last two years as she studied conducting with Dr. Jeffrey Meyer at ASU. It’s a rare opportunity to work with such capable, vulnerable people. Sunny is someone that I find has the perfect combination of incredible strength and courage while at the same time cares so deeply about people, about humanity, and about being compassionate, empathetic, and honest. In our conversation, we unveil the wisdom behind Sunny’s outstanding success as a young, female conductor in what has traditionally been a study and career for only men.