singer, songwriter, & actress.

“Somewhere,” sung for Rita Moreno at Harvard Commencement, 2025.
“Hao’s lovely singing brought tears to Moreno’s eyes” — Harvard Magazine

Carolyn Hao in a blue floral dress

“A soaring musical tribute”

— Harvard Magazine
Headshot of Carolyn Hao

“an Asian girl with a piercingly pure soprano voice”

— The New Yorker
Carolyn Hao outdoors

“Moreno, with tears in her eyes, joined Hao as she sang the final note.”

— Dan Rather, Steady

With a desire to tell stories rooted in history and folklore.