Xiang Gao is recognized as one of the world's most successful performing artists of his generation from the People's Republic of China. His musical integrity and virtuoso technique have gained accolades from audiences and reviewers around the world, and he has performed for many world leaders. Most recently, Gao was a featured soloist performing for the Chinese President Hu JinTao and the visiting King Carlos I of Spain.

In October of 2014, Xiang Gao was granted the Delaware Governor’s Award for his contribution in the Arts. In addition to being a performer and composer, Xiang is also a professional producer in performing art in the U.S.