CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell profiles Xian Zhang and her barrier-breaking career

May 14, 2024

 

As part of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell profiled Music Director Xian Zhang and her storied career, including her tenure with the New Jersey Symphony and her recent appearances as conductor for The Metropolitan Opera’s production of Puccini’s Madama Butterfly. She spoke to correspondent Nancy Chen to discuss her career and why she wants to be an inspiration for women and people of color pursuing a career in the classical music industry.