Marimba One Artists

Mei Shyuan "Shenny" Chiou is a distinguished percussionist known for her expertise in solo, chamber music, and orchestral performances. As a Premier Artist with Marimba One, she has achieved significant accolades, including second place in the inaugural International Classical Marimba Artist League Competition, where she performed at the festival in Minnesota. Additionally, she secured first place in the "Percussion and Other Instruments" category at the Italy PAS Percussion Competition.

Mei Shyuan Chiou has formed the Composite Duo with saxophonist Parker Fritz, and together they have introduced six mallet chamber music to universities across the United States. Their performances and masterclasses have been featured at numerous institutions, including Michigan State University, Wayne State University, Western Michigan University, Eastern Michigan University, Ball State University, University of Central Missouri, Northwest Missouri State University, University of Kansas, Central Michigan University, Interlochen Arts Academy, Oakland University, University of Maryland, University of Michigan, Bowling Green State University, University of Central Florida, State University of New York at Fredonia, University of North Alabama, Pittsburg State University, and Wichita State University.

As an active artist in the US, Mei Shyuan Chiou has additional university engagements scheduled from Fall 2025 through Spring 2028. She is enthusiastic about continuing to share her six mallet technique and the new music she has been developing.