WeiWei Wuu

Erhu player, composer active in Japan, born in Shanghai, China. Began Western violin lessons at age 5 immediately following the Cultural Revolution. As elementary school student, passed first audition following the Cultural Revolution for entrance into Shanghai School of Music. Majored in Western violin and erhu in university, graduating with honors in both. Moved to Japan in 1991.
In order to explore the playing of new varieties of music beyond the traditional erhu repertoire, began active collaboration with a variety of musicians, including Funky Sueyoshi (of Bakufu Slump fame) in a new band named Five Star Flag. Developed world’s first electronic erhu and, in addition, style of playing while standing (in contrast to traditional style of playing the erhu while sitting). Has explored various music genres including classic, rock, jazz, and fusion, establishing herself as a pioneer of modern erhu performance and recording.
Is the younger sister.