Interested in hosting a Heart Strings Mandarin performance?
Email me at heartstringsmandarin@gmail.com!
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Lunar New Year Performance
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Asian Music Showcase
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AANHPI Performance
Celebrate Culture Through Music and Performance.
I specialize in showcasing Asian music and am available for performances throughout the year and at Lunar New Year celebrations and AANHPI events. We'd love to bring the beauty of Asian culture to your community!
Upcoming Shows
German International School - Mid-Autumn Festival Show
Oct 3, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon
for students and staff of the school
First Tuesday: Mid-Autumn Festival with Heart Strings Mandarin Music Trio
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 - 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Join us for a special musical celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival, featuring the Heart Strings Mandarin Trio. This talented ensemble—Sharon Gan (pianist and vocalist), Dr. Jerry Lin (scientist and erhu aficionado), and Dan Velasquez (composer and multi-instrumentalist)—will share a curated selection of songs from across Asia.
The Mid-Autumn Festival, the second largest holiday in Chinese culture after Lunar New Year, falls on October 6 this year. Our October First Tuesday Music falls on October 7, giving us the perfect opportunity to continue the celebration with music, culture, and community.
“Heart Strings Mandarin, featuring founder Sharon Gan, Daniel Velasquez, and Dr. Jerry Lin, delivered a spectacular musical performance at the Midland Library’s October Reopening Celebration. The trio performed a diverse range of music from across Asia, utilizing various instruments including guitar, electronic piano, erhu, and bass, along with vocals. This captivating event drew a full audience, and the musicians remained afterward to answer questions and engage in conversation with attendees.” ~ Toan Lam-Sullivan, Mid-County Regional Librarian (Chinese KSA), Multnomah County Library
“Heart Strings Mandarin Trio are an absolute joy to work with. They are consummate professionals who deliver a performance that is both heartfelt and educational. Their dedication to connecting through music shines through in every moment. The trio drew an excellent crowd, engaging the audience with their warmth, interactivity, and artistry. The expressive sound of the Erhu is especially memorable, as is Sharon’s enthusiasm for cultural exchange and education.” ~ April Younglove MLIS, Adult Services Librarian, Lake Oswego Library
“The Heart Strings Mandarin Music Trio was invited to the Woodstock Library for the Mid-Autumn celebration. The three performers—Sharon Gan, Dan Velasquez, and Dr. Jerry Lin—delivered a series of breathtaking songs. The synergy among the musicians was captivating, and their passion for the music was truly infectious. It was a wonderful experience that will stay with our library patrons.” ~ Sean Khoo, Library Assistant, Chinese KSA, Woodstock Library
“The Heart Strings Mandarin Trio, featuring Sharon Gan, Daniel Velasquez & Dr. Jerry Lin, delivered a truly delightful and enriching performance at the Hillsboro Library’s Mid-Autumn Festival. The trio’s passion for music and culture shone through every heartfelt melody, captivating not only the children but transporting the entire audience through time and tradition. By integrating bilingual (Chinese - English) phrases through music & teaching moments, they added a meaningful layer of learning and connection. It was an absolute pleasure to host them, and we are deeply grateful for the joy and inspiration they brought to our community. Their professionalism and warm engagement made the program truly memorable and uplifting.” ~ Rocío Espinoza Cotero, Library Supervisor: Community Engagement, Hillsboro Public Library