Hannah (Hanxiu) Zhang

Composer / Violinist

About

Hannah Zhang is a composer, producer, and violinist from China and currently based in Los Angeles. Her musical odyssey is a rich tapestry woven with diverse experiences, and her compositions have found their way into various domains, encompassing videogames, films, televisions.

She’s known for her music in Honor of Kings (Tencent Games), Fantasy Westward Journey (NetEase Games), Wuthering Waves (Kuro Games), and Endless Dream (Kuaishou Games). Her passion for video game music has led to collaborations with industry giants such as NetEase Games, Tencent Games, Mobile Legends, Kuaishou Games, and Kuro Games.

Notably, her score for Fantasy Westward Journey (NetEase Games) earned a nomination at the Hollywood Music in Media Awards in 2023. Beyond gaming, her work with film directors has been showcased at prestigious festivals, including the Sundance Film Festival and the Tokyo International Film Festival.

A graduate of USC Thornton’s Screen Scoring Masters program, her compositions stand out for their beautiful melodies, emotional resonance, and unique orchestral colors. In the role of orchestrator, she has contributed to projects such as 'Frozen Planet II' by BBC, 'Wondrous Journeys' by Disney, the animation 'DragonKeeper,' 'Play Hard' by Illumination, and the video game 'Wayfinder.'"

As a violinist, her performances have been featured in major productions, including the Emmy and SCL Award-winning TV show Palm Royale, the Apple TV+ series Echo 3, and the horror feature film The Offering. She has graced prestigious venues like the Lincoln Center in New York and the Elbphilharmonic Hall in Hamburg as the principal violinist. Sharing the stage with esteemed artists such as Lang Lang, Yundi Li, and the legendary Yo-Yo Ma, she brings a wealth of experience. Her tenure in China's premier Jiangsu Symphony Orchestra and interactions with globally renowned composers have deeply enriched her perspective on composition and storytelling.

Music

Media

Monkey King Theme (2023) – Composed for the video game Fantasy Westward Journey (NetEase Games), this piece captures the spirit and adventure of the legendary Monkey King. It was nominated by the Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMA) for Best Song/Score in a Commercial/Advertisement and recorded at the renowned Budapest Scoring Stage.

Endless Dream (2024) – Promo Video (Kuaishou Games) – Composed for the the video game Endless Dream, a fantasy adventure game by Kuaishou Games. The video follows two protagonists as they journey through the chaotic dreamland, capturing dream spirits, forging bonds, and battling nightmarish creatures. In the end, they uncover the secret behind the slumber and reveal the ultimate truth.

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