I am a Chinese American who grew up in China and have lived on both coasts of the United States. Prior to joining Portland Taiko as a trainee/performer, I played and performed with a community Taiko group in Atlanta for three years, and was a student in the intermediate and advanced classes of PT. I’m drawn to Taiko because it combines music, performance art, physicality, community, and fun in such an impactful (loud) way, and it is a perfect vehicle for self-expression, teamwork and giving back. When I’m not drumming or working, I enjoy cooking, rock climbing, learning languages (currently French and Japanese) and fostering dogs!