Xian Zhang live in Seattle

Experience Xian Zhang live on September 24th

Xian Zhang will conduct a performance at Benaroya Hall’s Taper Auditorium in Seattle, Washington on September 24, 2026. Zhang is a highly regarded conductor known for her dynamic interpretations of both standard orchestral repertoire and lesser-known works. Her musical style is often described as possessing a compelling energy and clarity, with a particular strength in conveying dramatic nuance and emotional depth. She frequently champions contemporary composers alongside established masters.

Taper Auditorium, located within Benaroya Hall, is the primary performance space for the Seattle Symphony Orchestra. Opened in 1998, Benaroya Hall was designed by architect Robert M. Stern and acoustician Russell Johnson. The auditorium itself is renowned for its exceptional acoustics, achieved through a vineyard-style seating arrangement that surrounds the stage and adjustable acoustic elements. The hall replaced the aging Seattle Opera House as the city’s premier performing arts venue. Its construction was largely funded by a significant donation from the Taper Foundation, hence the auditorium’s name. The space regularly hosts orchestral concerts, chamber music performances, and other large-scale musical events.