Z YAN 欣彦
--- Bossa Princess 芭莎公主
Singer. Lyricist. Actress
Despite her young age and petite frame, this Malaysia songbird harnesses a mature and sensuous voice that is full of body. The Malacca-born lass diligently honed her skills by singing at various Chinese music cafes during the late 90s and eventually released her first Mandopop album in 2007.
Thereafter, Z Yan accepted stints at overseas casinos and hotels. Although she started out as pop singer, it was there that she discovered her liking for jazz and bossa nova and became the first Chinese singer to sing Bossa Nova in Chinese, earning her the nickname ‘Bossa Princess’. The ‘Brasileiro’ album also made it to the cover of Hong Kong’s Audiophile magazine ‘2011 CD Bible’, an authoritative audiophile album guide listing the 800 All-Time-Best audiophile recordings.
Besides singing, she has also acted in movies, TV dramas, brand ambassador, had a leading role in the 2009 production of ‘Magical Mirror; The Musical’, and actively participates in charity work.
<Romancing Asia> album is making a hit especially in Hong Kong and was nominated and has won 'THE BEST ALBUM' in Malaysia AIM Chinese Music Awards 2020 recently. In addition, the album also made it as "The Top 10 Best Album" in Hong Kong <Headlines> Music Magazine, ranked number 6 in overall, number 1 among all Chinese albums.
<Mystique Song>, a modern poetry meets music concept album, is now released in Vinyl with CD. It has been streaming on all the global digital platforms since November 2020.
In recent years Z Yan has garnered great popularity in the private event circuit. She is a seasoned bilingual performer on the live stage; a favorite performer at prestigious ceremonies and occasions amongst many more.
Performance:
September 1999
Starts to perform at music cafe for 10 years long.
Dec 2000
New Year countdown show with Michael Wong, Yu Heng.
July 2001
Together with 3 other singers, released a compilation album entitled: “Zui Mei Hao Shi Guang” (Good Time).
2002
Lead actress in MV , local singer-Island Boy’s album killer song.
2003
Took part in《Love Concert》at Brunei.
2003-2006
Xing Yan has been playing an active role in charity work. She has performed in many fund-raising shows organized by the Malaysia Bone Marrow Transplantation Charity Fund.
June 2004-Sept 2005
Took part in local drama. As one of the lead actress in drama《女主天下》, 《紅花綠葉一根蔥》, 《謎情追蹤》( As an actress in one of the unit.) ，《5A女郎》，《金色年華》。
April 2006
Ambassador of SmartPEP products.
June 2006-April 2007
Took part in < Tiger Powerhitz Road Show > in raising fund for Chinese school with Taiwan Singer Li Du, Huang Xiao Hu and local artistes Ah Niu and friends.
October 2006
A performing guest artiste in Yu Heng <Real Mini Concert> .
November 2006
Took Part in Canon 3 minutes short film with Hong Kong Star Simon Yam.
December 2006
New Year countdown show with Yu Heng at Genting Highland.
August 2007
Release first solo album“Xin Yuan”(Wishes).
October 2007
Took part in a local drama 《月是故乡明》.
Took part in Eu Yan Sang 《爱心99》short film.
May 2008
Participated in the series of fund raising campaign for the China Earth Quake victims.
August 2008
Duet with Datin Sri Wendy Ong, wife of Tan Sri Ong Ka Ting in . Some of the artiste on the stage is Sheila Majid, Jackyln Victor.
June-Nov 2008
One of the performing Artiste at 《動地吟》Showcase organized by Eu Yan Sang , to raise fund for China Earth Quake victims.
Nov-Dec 2008
Participate in Magic Mirror The Musical held by Yayasan Guan Ying at Genting for 13 shows.
Feb-July 2009
Has been invited by Genting to perform as a lead vocalist in a jazz band for six months period.
Aug 2009- April 2010
Has been invited by Venetian Macao Limited to perform at The Four Season Hotel Macao as a lead vocalist in a trio for nine months period.
July 2010
Took part in local drama 《反贪行动》as an actress in one of the unit.
November 2010
Took part in "I Love Wing Chun" movie which shown worldwide with some Hong Kong and China Star, Yuan Hua, Yuan Qiu, Tian Liang and friends.
Performing guest artiste for 2v1g’s mini concert at No Black Tie.
December 2010
Release 2nd solo album "Brasileiro". The first Chinese singer to sing Bossa Nova in Chinese, earning the nickname 'Bossa princess'. Backed by Piano maestro Tay Cher Siang and finger-style guitarist Roger Wang.
February 2011-February 2014
starts to perform actively and regularly in Shanghai Jazz at Hakka Republic, jazz bar.
March 2011
Took part in < Women:100> Musik Ku: Musik Mu activity in celebrating the International Women’s Day.
April 2011
Have a very 1st mini concert < My Glorious Year> with Lydia(JZ8) and WVC Trio+1, all about Chinese jazz standard and bossa nova tunes.
May 2011
album appeared on the cover of Hong Kong magazine and has been selected as one of the best album out of 800 cds in the history.
June 2011
The first Chinese singer to be invited to perform at Kota Kinabalu Jazz Fest together on stage with WVC Trio+1 and artiste from different country.
July 2011
Performed at Kuala Lumpur International Audio-visual (KLIAV) exhibition for two consecutive days. Others artiste included Lydia and Winnie Ho.
August 2011
One of the performing guest artiste at Chinese oldies revival concert held at Bentley Auditorium.
Participated in "Living green" Merdeka countdown show held by Penang's Government at Penang Auto-City together with Soo Wincci and Gary Yap.
October 2011
Performing guest artiste at 2nd Chinese oldies revival concert held at Bentley Auditorium.
November 2011
Performed at No Black Tie on a mini concert.
Performed with Lydia(JZ8) and WVC Trio+1 at < In The Mood For Love> ticketed chinese oldies revival charity concert in Syuen Hotel Ipoh, all about Chinese jazz standard and bossa nova tunes.
December 2011
Performing guest artiste at 3rd Chinese oldies revival charity concert held at Equatorial Hotel Melaka.
March 2012
Has been invited as one of the judges of Utar Singing Final Competition.
May 2012
Debut performance at Nero Fico, a new jazz bar.
Took part in < Tiger Powerhitz Road Show > in fund raising for Chinese school with Taiwan Singers.
June 2012
Performing guest artiste at 4th Chinese oldies revival charity concert held at Ipoh.
Took part in < Tiger Powerhitz Road Show > in fund raising for Chinese school with Taiwan Singers Zeng Shu Qin and local artistes.
September 2012
One of the performing Artiste at 《Dongdiyin》Showcase, the most significant Chinese poetry recital performance in Malaysia.
November 2012
Been invited to perform at Singapore International Sound & Sight Exhibition held at Parkroyal hotel.
January 2013
Performed at Nirvana for The Late Dato' Sim Mou Yu's 100 Years Old remembrance Celebration.
July 2013
Perform for the Late Dato’ Sim Mou Yu’s 100 Years Old Remembrance Celebration cumFund Raising Dinner at Pei Foong High School, Melaka.
August 2013
Release a compilation album , together with Winnie Ho, Lydia Chew n Serena. Back by Piano maestro Tay Cher Siang and finger guitarist Roger Wang.
September 2013
In conjunction of Wings Café 10th anniversary, been invited to hold a Live House ticketed show.
June - November 2013
Has been invited by Resort World Genting to perform as a lead vocalist in a 5-piece jazz band for six months. Accepted overwhelming applause on presenting Shanghai Jazz.
November 2013
Been invited to perform at Singapore International Sound & Sight Exhibition held at Parkroyal hotel for consecutive 2 years.
December 2013
One of the performing Artiste at《Ji Dang》25th anniversary Concert, the most significant singer-songwriter association in Malaysia. Share the stage with Ah Niu and Soo Wincci.
January 2014
Performed at No Black Tie on a mini concert. Back-up by WVC Trio +1 and Malaysia top finger guitarist, Roger Wang.
February 2014
Been invited as the first artiste on stage at SP Setia Prosperity Power Concert in Penang SPICE with more than 10 thousands audiences. The artistes on stage are Chanice Tan, Nicole Lai and Power Station from Taiwan.
Jun-Nov 2014
Took part in <Tiger Powerhitz Road Show> in fund raising for chinese school with Taiwan singer Freya Lin Fan and local artistes.
February 2015
Invited to perform at Pavillion to celebrate Chinese New Year festive with the patrons.
March 2015
one of the guest artistes at <Tay Cher Siang's Ballads> Piano showcase.
April 2015
Ambassador of My Brand App. In the meantime having own personal mobile app.
June 2015
Performed at Full Cup Music Cafe and Backstage Music Live House at Hong Kong.
Sep 2015
Invited to perform at <Grand Finale of Miss Andaman World 2015”at Ipoh by Andaman Group.
May & November 2015
Took part in (Tiger Powerhitz Road Show) in fund raising for Chinese school with Taiwan singer Freya Lin Fan and local artistes.
Jan 2016
Perform at <Pesta Balakong Colour Run>.
Released a compilation album produced by greatly respected teacher Mr Chow Kam Leong.
March 2016
Held a <I Just Wanna Sing> ticketed showcase.
June 2016
Invited by Sothys Malaysia, the luxury skincare brand for the appearance on their new ampoules product launching cum 1stkiosk opening together with Miss World Malaysia 2012 Lee Yvonne and TV News Presenter Ong Ching Yee.
July 2016
Second time to be invited to perform at Kota Kinabalu Jazz Fest 10thanniversary together on stage with WVC Trio+1 and artistes from different country.
September 2016
Sing in <Those days> showcase at Playspace LIVE in conjunction of Mid Autumn Festival.
October 2016
Debut performance at Suzie Wong, the most exclusive speakeasy bar in town.
May & October 2016
Took part in (Tiger Powerhitz Road Show) in fund raising for Chinese school with Taiwan singer Freya Lin Fan and local artistes.
December 2016
Debut performance at Imaginarium, the newest and exclusive Live House in town.
January 2017
Performed at Imaginarium Live House on <Bloom Jazzy CNY> showcase. Back-up by WVC Trio +1 led by Tay Cher Xiang.
May & November 2017
Took part in (Tiger Powerhitz Road Show) in fund raising for Chinese school with Taiwan singer Sun Sheng Xi, Xie Cai Yun and local artistes.
July 2017
Form a musical duo, Gadis Kebaya with Ezza Afiqa, and have a debut performance at The Imaginarium, Theatre Lounge Cafe and No Black Tie.
October 2017
Backing vocal for Donna Chiu <Love Remains> World Tour Kuala Lumpur stop.
January 2018
Relaunched of Gadis Kebaya with Melissa Ong (cast starring in Ola Bola Musical).
February 2018
Performed at ImaginariumLive House on <Tribute To Teresa Teng> showcase.
May & October 2018
Took part in (Tiger Powerhitz Road Show) in fund raising for Chinese school with Taiwan singer Lai Ming Wei, Freya Lin Fan and local artistes.
June 2018
Participate in the Premier Boutique Jazz Music Label Pop Pop Factory 10thanniversary concert.
March 2019
Charity performance for Yayasan Sunbeams Home, home to displaced, abused & neglected children of single-parents.
June 2019
Took part in (Tiger Powerhitz Road Show) in fund raising for Chinese school with Taiwan singer and local artistes.
July 2019
Release third solo album <Romancing Asia>, a travel concept Album.
November 2019
Took part in (Tiger Powerhitz Road Show) in fund raising for Chinese school with Taiwan singer and local artistes.
January 2020
New CD Album <Romancing Asia> was nominated and won the 'THE BEST ALBUM' in Original/Classic category in AIM Chinese Music Awards 2020.
In addition, the album is making a hit especially in Hong Kong and made it to "The Top 10 Best Album" in Hong Kong <Headlines> Music Magazine, ranked number 6 in overall, number 1 among all Chinese albums.
October 2020
Launched 4th solo concept album <Romancing<The Mysterious Song> Poetry album.
May 2023
Z Yan is still actively performing in various kind of shows including wedding and corporate.
受邀表演于无拉港嘉年华《彩色马拉松》短跑活动。
Released a compilation album produced by greatly respected teacher Mr Chow Kam Leong.
参与恩师周金亮1000首歌系列一《九个女生－无怨的双眸》演唱专辑。歌手阵容有周博华，周翠玲，何芸妮等。
March 2016
Held a <I Just Wanna Sing> ticketed showcase.
受邀主办《我只想唱歌》个人售票音乐会，获得好评。
June 2016
Invited by Sothys Malaysia, the luxury skincare brand for the appearance on their new ampoules product launching cum 1stkiosk opening together with Miss World Malaysia 2012 Lee Yvonne and TV News Presenter Ong Ching Yee.
受邀亮相于高级护肤品牌新产品推介礼及第一间化妆柜台开张仪式。同场的有2012年马来西亚世界小姐Lee Yvonne及新闻主播王菁忆。
July 2016
Second time to be invited to perform at Kota Kinabalu Jazz Fest 10thanniversary together on stage with WVC Trio+1 and artistes from different country.
再次受邀参与第10届哥打京那八鲁爵士音乐节表演的华人女歌手，同台演出的还有WVC Trio+1及不同国家等的爵士乐手。
September 2016
Sing in <Those days> showcase at Playspace LIVE in conjunction of Mid Autumn Festival.
受邀参与《我们的民歌岁月》音乐会，与当年一起同台的歌乐手共庆中秋。
October 2016
Debut performance at Suzie Wong, the most exclusive speakeasy bar in town.
受邀到城中最夯的地下酒吧Suzie Wong做定期表演。
May & October 2016
Took part in (Tiger Powerhitz Road Show) in fund raising for Chinese school with Taiwan singer Freya Lin Fan and local artistes.
參與《TIGER星洲華教義演》演出。参與歌手有：林凡，欧得洋，黄一飞与苗苗组合，伍家辉等。
December 2016
Debut performance at Imaginarium, the newest and exclusive Live House in town.
受邀到城中最新崛起的 Imaginarium Live House做表演。
January 2017
Performed at Imaginarium Live House on <Bloom Jazzy CNY> showcase. Back-up by WVC Trio +1 led by Tay Cher Xiang.
參與在城中最新的ImaginariumLive House举行的两场《绽放爵士新年》音乐会。
May & November 2017
Took part in (Tiger Powerhitz Road Show) in fund raising for Chinese school with Taiwan singer Sun Sheng Xi, Xie Cai Yun and local artistes.
參與《TIGER星洲華教義演》演出。参與歌手有：孫盛希，谢采云，黄一飞与苗苗组合，伍家辉等。
July 2017
Form a musical duo, Gadis Kebaya with Ezza Afiqa, and have a debut performance at The Imaginarium, Theatre Lounge Cafe and No Black Tie.
与Ezza Afiqa 组成 Gadis Kebaya 芭雅女郎, 一个极富马来西亚多元文化的音乐组合。相继在The Imaginarium, Theatre Lounge Cafe 及No Black Tie
October 2017
Backing vocal for Donna Chiu <Love Remains> World Tour Kuala Lumpur stop.
当台湾歌手裘海正《爱我和我爱的人》世界巡演吉隆坡站演唱会和音天使。
January 2018
Relaunched of Gadis Kebaya with Melissa Ong (cast starring in Ola Bola Musical).
与翁昕莹 (Ola Bola 音乐剧女主角) 重组Gadis Kebaya芭雅女郎
February 2018
Performed at ImaginariumLive House on <Tribute To Teresa Teng> showcase.
參與在城中最新的ImaginariumLive House举行的《聽見鄧麗君》音乐会。
May & October 2018
Took part in (Tiger Powerhitz Road Show) in fund raising for Chinese school with Taiwan singer Lai Ming Wei, Freya Lin Fan and local artistes.
參與《TIGER星洲華教義演》演出。参與歌手有：赖銘伟，林凡，黄一飞与喵喵组合，伍家辉等。
June 2018
Participate in the Premier Boutique Jazz Music Label Pop Pop Factory 10thanniversary concert.
參與精品音樂品牌Pop Pop Factory 10th周年演唱会。
March 2019
Charity performance for Yayasan Sunbeams Home, home to displaced, abused & neglected children of single-parents.
幫助非營利慈善機構日輝之家（亞羅亞也）做慈善公益獻唱，此中心致力於收容無家可歸，受虐及缺乏關愛之單親家庭的孩童。
June 2019
Took part in (Tiger Powerhitz Road Show) in fund raising for Chinese school with Taiwan singer and local artistes.
參與《TIGER星洲華教義演》演出。参與歌手有：台湾歌手黄锦雯，黄一飞与苗苗组合，伍家辉等。
July 2019
Release third solo album <Romancing Asia>, a travel concept Album.
推出個人第三張專輯《芭莎公主》－唱游亚洲，旅游概念专辑。
November 2019
Took part in (Tiger Powerhitz Road Show) in fund raising for Chinese school with Taiwan singer and local artistes.
參與《TIGER星洲華教義演》演出。参與歌手有：台湾歌手林凡，黄一飞与苗苗组合，伍家辉等。
January 2020
New CD Album <Romancing Asia> was nominated and won the 'THE BEST ALBUM' in Original/Classic category in AIM Chinese Music Awards 2020.
《芭莎公主 II - Romancing Asia 唱遊亞洲》专辑获得马来西亚《 2020 AIM 中文音乐颁奖典礼》原创经典风格组《最佳专辑》奖。
In addition, the album is making a hit especially in Hong Kong and made it to "The Top 10 Best Album" in Hong Kong <Headlines> Music Magazine, ranked number 6 in overall, number 1 among all Chinese albums.
2019年八月份刚从香港宣传专辑归来，专辑不仅在香港登上畅销榜及好评，更被香港《Headlines》音乐杂志选为2019年“十大最佳专辑”排行第六，中文唱片排行第一。
February 2020
Z Yan is still actively performing in various kind of shows including wedding and corporate.
欣彦仍旧活跃于各大小演出包括个人演出，婚宴及公司晚宴。
4thsolo concept album <Romancing<The Mysterious Song> Poetry album will be releasing soon.
《神秘之歌》詩曲專輯即将陆续发行。