Yuxuan Lin (she/her)

Composer-Mentor

Originally from Shenzhen, China, Yuxuan Lin (b.2003) is a NYC-based composer intensely interested in combining visual art, dance, and music, and enjoys any opportunity to collaborate. With a unique way of perceiving space and distances, Lin consistently draws inspiration from neurological diversity among artists as a creative resource. As a composer, Lin has collaborated with some of the finest contemporary ensembles and new music advocates such as Talea Ensemble, The Rhythm Method, Salastina, SOLI Chamber Ensemble, and many more. Winner of the 2024 Verdehr Trio Composition Prize and 2023 New Voices in Art Song Series Competition, Lin is currently studying under composers Melinda Wagner and Nina Young at The Juilliard School. There, she earned her Bachelor of Music degree and was awarded the Peter Mennin Prize, a graduation award presented to an undergraduate student in recognition of outstanding achievement and leadership in music. She continues her studies in Fall 2025 as a Master of Music candidate in composition. Aside from Music, Lin also explores creative coding as an extension of her artistic expression.