TAA Performers and Performances

ARKAI is an award-winning, electro-acoustic duo that has captivated audiences around the world with their creativity and cutting-edge string music. Classically trained violinist Jonathan Miron and cellist Phillip Sheegog, both graduates of The Julliard School, transform the beautiful tones of the violin and cello into epic soundscapes that resemble a rock band backed by a full orchestra. ARKAI’s signature sound has led them to hundreds of shows around the world.

Their engagements include Grammy's On The Hill, Carnegie Hall, Culture Summit Abu Dhabi, the United States Air Force Academy, and TED. Other highlights include opening for Grammy and Oscar-winning musician Jon Batiste, collaborations with celebrity photographer David LaChapelle for Milan Design Week, and joint recording projects with viral piano sensation Tony Ann. They recently opened and performed with Tony Ann at the legendary Troubadour club in Los Angeles for back-to-back sold-out shows. As songwriters and performers, their creative versatility has led to collaborations with Grammy-award winning music producers, Hollywood trailer houses, Cirque du Soleil acrobats, Olympic gymnasts, contemporary dance companies, chart-topping musicians, and full-scale symphony orchestras. In an article appearing on Grammy.com after a performance in Washington, D.C., ARKAI was described in these glowing terms:

“The genre-defying electroacoustic duo ARKAI took the stage…Like any exceptional musical performance, it hit like a gale force of humanity. It also showcased how human creativity has always embraced new technology with stirring and inspiring results.”

As proud Asian Americans, ARKAI has helped raise awareness and support for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander causes in partnership with the Museum of Chinese in America, Asian American Arts Alliance, the World Trade Center, and United States Department of State. During a time of increased division and hostility within the world, their artistry represents a beacon of possibility for the Asian American community and an example of the power of the arts to bridge cultural and societal divides. ARKAI’s artist-activism and commitment to advancing the future of music has led to top awards from Astral Artists, radio station WQXR in New York, Juilliard, and the McGraw Family Foundation. In collaboration with Grammy-award winning producer Jonas Karlsson, ARKAI’s highly-anticipated debut album Crossroads was recently released across all platforms.