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Van-Anh Vanessa Vo is a Vietnamese-American musician who has made a name for herself in the world of classical music. Born on December 27, 1979, in Can Tho, Vietnam, Vo grew up in a musical family. Her father was a composer and her mother was a singer, and they both encouraged her to pursue music from a young age. Vo began playing the piano at the age of four and later learned to play the dan tranh, a traditional Vietnamese zither. She also studied Western classical music and earned a Bachelor of Music degree in piano performance from California State University, Sacramento. In addition to her classical training, Vo has also explored other genres of music, including jazz, pop, and traditional Vietnamese music. She has collaborated with a wide range of musicians, including jazz pianist Herbie Hancock, singer-songwriter Joan Baez, and the Kronos Quartet. One of Vo's most notable performances was at the 2009 TED conference, where she gave a mesmerizing performance on the dan tranh. Her performance was so well-received that she was invited back to perform at the 2013 TED conference. Vo has also received numerous awards and honors for her work. In 2009, she was named a United States Artists Fellow, which is one of the most prestigious awards for artists in the country. She has also received grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and the California Arts Council. In addition to her work as a performer, Vo is also a composer and arranger. She has written music for a variety of ensembles, including the Kronos Quartet and the San Francisco Symphony. She has also released several albums of her own music, including "Three-Mountain Pass" and "Van-Anh Vo: She, in the Beloved's Body." Vo's music is known for its unique blend of Western classical music and traditional Vietnamese music. She has been praised for her virtuosic playing on the dan tranh, which she has helped to popularize in the United States. Her music is also known for its emotional depth and its ability to bridge cultural divides. Overall, Van-Anh Vanessa Vo is a talented and versatile musician who has made a significant impact on the world of classical music. Her unique blend of Western and Vietnamese music has earned her a devoted following, and her performances continue to inspire audiences around the world.

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