Described as having "a charming approach to texture and timbre," Edward Lu (b. 2003.11.11) enjoys navigating the line between realism and imagination, often incorporating found sound, atmospheric noise, lush lyricism, and bizarre timbres into his creations. Always interested in organic evolution, he takes musical gestures and morphs their construction over time into something elaborate and intricate, and vice versa; he is fascinated with transformation and the malleability of noise and sound. He hopes to create music that can spark a sense of wonder and joy in his audience and fuel an appreciation for the beautiful things all around.

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Edward's music has been recognized by Tribeca New Music. He has collaborated with ensembles including Imani Winds, ~Nois, Rudersal Chamber Players, and the Ulysses Quartet. His works have been performed at festivals such as Connecticut Summerfest and the Imani Winds Chamber Music Festival at the Juilliard School, where he also presented in a masterclass with Valerie Coleman.

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As a performer, Edward has been active on the guzheng and hulusi, performing with the Music from China Youth Orchestra for six years, premiering works at the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Taipei, Taiwan. He is also an avid saxophonist and has performed as a soloist and chamber musician in spaces such as Carnegie Hall, London, and Scotland.

Edward is pursuing his bachelor's degree in Composition at the Setnor School of Music of Syracuse University, studying with Natalie Draper. His past teachers include Loren Loiacono and Nicolas Scherzinger.