Elegant ambience
Refined background music for arrivals, dinners, receptions and guest experiences.
Live music · Melbourne & Victoria
A distinctive sound for meaningful occasions.
Tailored guzheng performance that can feel ceremonial, atmospheric, contemporary—or move naturally between all three.
Chinese music in Melbourne
Tradition presented with context, care and presence.
Shiman performs for council arts programmes, universities, cultural organisations, corporate events and private celebrations. Her work helps audiences encounter Chinese musical culture through a vivid, contemporary live experience.
Selected appearances and programmes have included Hawthorn Arts Centre, the University of Melbourne ELC, Victoria University and Confucius Institute events, alongside Chinese New Year and Mid-Autumn celebrations, heritage markets, weddings and proposals.
Check your datePerformance formats
Designed around your event
Featured performance
A focused stage set designed as a memorable centrepiece for your programme.
Contemporary fusion
Collaborative or amplified sets that place the guzheng in a modern musical setting.
Suitable for
From intimate moments to public celebrations
Weddings & proposals
Ceremonies, receptions, tea ceremonies and private surprises.
Corporate & council events
Guest arrivals, gala programmes, launches and cultural initiatives.
Festivals & cultural programmes
Chinese New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival and cross-cultural exchange.
Creative collaborations
Ancient-style markets, contemporary ensembles and rock-band fusion.
The process
Simple, considered and tailored
- 1Share your brief
Date, venue, timing, guest numbers and the atmosphere you want to create.
- 2Receive a tailored proposal
Shiman recommends a format, duration and practical sound requirements.
- 3Confirm the performance
Repertoire and event details are finalised with your organiser or venue.
Plan a performance
Let the guzheng become part of the occasion.
Send the date, venue and a short event brief. You will receive a tailored response rather than a generic package.
Request a performance quote