Academic Engagement
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Lecture & Teaching
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Cultural Exchange
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Academic Engagement · Lecture & Teaching · Cultural Exchange ·
EDUCATION
Xiaoran Liu is actively engaged in academic and educational settings as a performer, instructor, and lecturer, collaborating with universities to present the Chinese bamboo flute and xiao. Through teaching and lecture-performances, he integrates live demonstration with cultural and historical context, fostering cross-cultural dialogue in diverse learning environments.
Rutgers University
Invited Artist & LecturerPresented a lecture-performance at Rutgers University in collaboration with the Chinese Musicians Association of North America (CMANA), integrating live demonstration, cultural background, and scholarly insight of Chinese bamboo flute and xiao.
Dec.11th, 2025
State University of New York (SUNY)
Instructor of Chinese Bamboo FluteDesigned and taught courses on bamboo flute performance and technique, guiding students through its historical roots, diverse repertoire, and applications in both traditional and contemporary music contexts.
2024–2025 Academic Year
YALE UNIVERSITY
Guest Lecturer & PerformerPresented a lecture-performance integrating live demonstration and scholarly insight, introducing bamboo flute’s musical techniques and cultural significance to students and faculty in an academic setting.
Apr. 2025