Since graduating from Juilliard with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in violin performance, Lisa Liu has defined herself artistically by transcending the limits of her classical education, bringing a unique combination of virtuosity and nuance to a phenomenally diverse range of musical projects. Her collaborations represent a vast spectrum of genres and styles, from Britney Spears to the Mahavishnu Project, Elton John to Junior Vasquez, Enya to Don Omar.//
Lisa is member of Violet Samudra, a world fusion group that combines elements of Indian, Middle-Eastern & American music. It draws its inspiration from Shakti, Simon Shaheen, L.Shankar, Middle Eastern music in general, life....
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//Recordings include: “Chantress” and “Live from the Hookah Bar,” by Bellyhouse, “Speaks Volumes,” by Nico Muhly, “World Voice,” a project for the Pope, and “The Lost Christmas Eve,” by The Trans-Siberian Orchestra, recipient of a gold record sales award.//
Artist collaborations: Don Omar, Elton John, Josh Groban, Michael Buble, Lamb, Mariah Carey, Britney Spears, Aerosmith, Wyclef Jean, Wynonna, Michael Mcdonald, Enya, Celine Dion, Victor Calderone, Junior Vasquez, Alicia Keys, John Mayer, Vivian Green, Mahavishnu Project, Sara Haze, Dangerous LLC.
TV shows: “The View,” “Good Morning America,” “The Today Show,” “Late Night With Conan O'Brien,” “CBS’s Macy's Thanksgiving Parade Special”, “NBC's Rockefeller Christmas Special,” “AOL Live Studio Sessions,” “Live w/ Regis and Kelly” //
Venues: Madison Square Garden, Continental Arena, Jones Beach Theatre, Radio City Music Hall, Beacon Theatre, Hammerstein Ballroom, Carnegie Hall, Avery Fisher Hall, Alice Tully Hall, The Whitney Museum, Knitting Factory, Key Club//
Clubs: Crobar, Spirit, Roxy, Avalon, Centrofly, XL, Roxy, The Gig, Joe's Pub, Speigel Tent, Cutting Room, Hammerstein, Zipper Factory//
Opening Act for: Duke Ellington Orchestra, Aretha Franklin, Train
Hey Birthday Girl- I wanted to be one of the first to wish you a Happy Birthday ( its a day early , so what!). I hope you enjoy your day and manifest greatness for this coming year. The world is at your feet. I will be thinking of you on your day . When I get back from vacation, we will celebrate both of our Births on to this Earth Plane. Be well, Play like mad- and live in the moment. Big Birthday Hugs to you. Love Danni
Thank you so much for your gift of friendship- The birthday surprise was so thoughtful( and smelled wonderful too). Once again - your kindness is well appreciated here. Have fun in Houston - Make Music- Live Well Big Hugs Danni
Lisa, Live for the moment- and play wildly. Your life is what you make of it. Your an amazing person - so glad to work with you . Your a gifted soul- searching to be heard ... Hugs Danni
Hi Lisa, thanks for the request -- your stuff sounds great -- really original, love the mix of strings with hip hop grooves... looking forward to hearing more from you! Take care David
