Ian Lao is a Filipino-American pianist, composer, producer and teaching artist currently based in Boston, MA.

Their work reflects the harmonious blend of their traditional classical piano training and inherent love for modern, approachable music. The duality of their upbringing informs their artistic expression, allowing them to effortlessly move between classical rigor and imaginative exploration. As a collaborator, Ian is dedicated to nurturing and uplifting the creativity of their fellow artists and storytellers, prioritizing those from Filipino, BIPOC and Queer communities.

Ian is a graduate of Longy School of Music of Bard College with a Master of Music in piano performance, where they studied with Spencer Myer. They earned their Bachelor of Music in piano performance from Florida State University under the tutelage of David Kalhous, and began their professional piano studies with John Deckert.

In addition to making music in their home studio and performing throughout the Greater Boston area, Ian serves as a music director/teaching artist for Rehearsal For Life, where they plan to compose new music for an upcoming original musical production.