DMA in Piano Performance, Michigan State University, 2019
MM in Vocal Arts, Michigan State University, 2020
MM in Piano Performance, University of Michigan, 2016
BFA in Piano, California Institute of the Arts, 2014
Biography
Michelle ShanShan Ding is a pianist-soprano, known for her versatility for
performing in both mediums. She is a concert pianist who has performed all over the world and is currently focusing on teaching piano at her own studio. As an Opera singer, she has been performing in both Operas and Musical Theatres. In the season of 2022 and 2023, she has performed at Detroit Opera House, Kahilu Theatre and Palace Theatre in Hawaii, Michigan Theater, Tecumseh Performing Arts Center, and various churches downtown Ann Arbor. In her leisure time, she likes to spend time with her parrots and taking care of her house plants.