Mei Han is a rare blend of performer and scholar, specializing in the Chinese zheng (zither). Recognized internationally as one of the world's leading virtuosi and authorities on the zheng, Mei's career spans Asia, Africa, Europe, and North America. The Montreal Gazette called her "The Zheng Master" and the Calgary Herald referred to her as a "virtuoso of the first order."

She has recorded two Juno-nominated CDs, performed with philharmonic orchestras in China and Canada, been the subject of a National Film Board documentary, and has been heard on CBC (Canada), ABC (Australia), BBC (UK), and many other radio networks worldwide. Mei currently teaches at the University of British Columbia and heads the four member ensemble Red Chamber.