Born and raised in Hong Kong, pianist Alex Siu Lun Li is based in Kansas City, where he combines different music and presentation media to connect composers with audiences. Alex holds two Master's degrees from the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), one in solo piano and one in collaborative piano. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in Piano Performance at UMKC.
As a collaborative pianist, Alex frequently coaches and performs with singers and instrumentalists both in and out of conservatories settings. Recent projects include the I Exist Project with saxophonist Nick May, bringing music by LGBTQ+ composers to more than 20 universities and conservatories around the United States, including the Manhattan School of Music and Peabody Institute.
In addition to piano, Alex also plays the harpsichord and the organ. Beyond music, Alex enjoys Mathematics, sudokus, coding, crafting, designing, writing, teaching and learning languages.
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I Exist Project
The I Exist Project amplifies the richness and diversity of queer life, culture, and artistry by partnering with a broad spectrum of talented queer composers and performers. Our mission is to inspire the creation of innovative queer repertoire that celebrates the unique experiences and voices within our community, fostering greater understanding, connection, and visibility for all.
Current collaborators comprise of emerging and leading composers of our time, with diverse queer identities and backgrounds include: Spencer Arias, Stuart Beatch, Philip Blackburn, Kevin Day, Claire Eckstein, Darius Edwards, Nathan Froebe, Keaton Garrett, Tyler Harrison, Jennifer Higdon, Rex Isenberg, Xenia St. Charles Iris Llyllyth, Trey Makler, Zachery Meier, Nebal Maysaud, Aaryn S. Ricucci-Hill, Iván Rodriguez, Ingrid Stölzel, Zoë Wallace, Anne Q. Wang, Sebastian Zhang, and more.
In the face of recent heart-wrenching acts of targeted violence, ongoing attempts by legislatures to undermine queer rights, and the continued dehumanization endured by transgender folx, the pursuit of this project becomes even more essential. It stands as a resolute testament to the strength and unity of our community, boldly asserting that our existence will not be diminished or silenced.
“Hope will never be silent” - Harvey Milk