Frank Su Huang
Frank Su Huang (黃甦) – Distinguished Member ProfileName:
Residence: Los Angeles, California, USA
Education: Graduated from Shanghai Conservatory of Music; received full scholarship and advanced studies at the University of Southern California (USC), Thornton School of Music, under renowned cello pedagogue Professor Eleonore Schoenfeld
Professional Overview
Frank Su Huang is an internationally acclaimed Chinese-American cellist, music educator, cross-disciplinary artist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Renowned for championing contemporary Chinese music, he premiered groundbreaking works and collaborated with major orchestras. His multifaceted career bridges classical music, cultural diplomacy, education, and innovative business models. As a senior member and key contributor to ACFC: CCC Global Presidential Friends Club and the BBQ Ecosystem, he embodies the ethos of using art to elevate business paradigms and commercial approaches to advance culture—fostering global Sino-American friendship, people-to-people diplomacy, cross-cultural trust, and sustainable development.
Frank Su Huang is an internationally acclaimed Chinese-American cellist, music educator, cross-disciplinary artist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Renowned for championing contemporary Chinese music, he premiered groundbreaking works and collaborated with major orchestras. His multifaceted career bridges classical music, cultural diplomacy, education, and innovative business models. As a senior member and key contributor to ACFC: CCC Global Presidential Friends Club and the BBQ Ecosystem, he embodies the ethos of using art to elevate business paradigms and commercial approaches to advance culture—fostering global Sino-American friendship, people-to-people diplomacy, cross-cultural trust, and sustainable development.
Key Professional Experience
Cellist and Music Educator (1980s–Present)Premiered the cello solo piece Lost Style (遺風) by Ge Ganru in 1983, recognized by the New Grove Dictionary of Music as China's first avant-garde composition.
Performed and recorded Dvořák's Cello Concerto with the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra (CD release, 2002); premiered Ge Ganru's Cello Concerto.
Founded the "Frank Su Huang Chamber Music Composition Competition" (Shanghai, 2003) and organized premieres of contemporary Chinese works in Tokyo ("20th-Century Chinese Music Concert").
Served as a senior jury member for multiple editions of the Hong KongInternational Music Festival; performed guitar-cello duos with artists like Enric Madriguera.
Composed and recorded signature albums including Indian Whispers (original compositions) and Red Classic Cello (arrangements); published over 10 CDs and scores, many featuring world premieres/recordings of works dedicated by Chinese composers such as Sang Tong, Chen Mingzhi, Zhu Jian'er, and others.
ACFC/CCC/BBQ Ecosystem Leader (2010s–Present)
Deeply engaged with ACFC: CCC Global Presidential Friends Club, advancing Sino-American cultural exchange and global friendship networks.
Contributed to the BBQ Ecosystem (Big Benefit Quality), emphasizing non-competitive collaboration,公益产业化 (public welfare industrialization), and international forums to integrate arts, culture, and business for shared prosperity.
Promoted cultural diplomacy and youth entrepreneurship through art-inspired education, aligning with ACFC's New Centennial Initiative, including support for global unity, green development, and people-centered diplomacy.
Other Notable Achievements
Received commendations from U.S. Presidents, Governors, Los Angeles County Government, and USC for outstanding social contributions.
Authored photography book Impressions of the American West (collected by the U.S. Library of Congress) and Handbook for Studying in America (published by Tsinghua University Press).Recent activities include sharing inspirational lectures (e.g., 2025 Wenzhou hometown event: "Music as the Key to Unlocking Life's Doors"), emphasizing lifelong benefits of music education and international vision.
Skills and Expertise (Highly Aligned with ACFC/CCC/BBQ Global Service Initiatives)
Artistic Leadership & Cultural Diplomacy: Leverages performances, education, and cross-border events to strengthen Sino-American and global cultural ties.
Entrepreneurial Innovation & Business Modeling: Integrates artistic vision with commercial strategies to drive BBQ Ecosystem growth, non-competitive partnerships, and公益 initiatives.Education & Talent Development: Mentors students to top universities (e.g., Berkeley, UCLA, Stanford, USC); fosters innovative, internationally-minded youth in line with "All Children Future Care" vision.
Multidisciplinary Expertise: Combines music, photography, publishing, and philanthropy to support ACFC's goals in cultural exchange, sustainable development, and people-centered global cooperation.
