Yun Shyuan Ling (Esther Ling)
Pianist, composer, singer-songwriter, recording artist
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Contact – estherlingpianist@gmail.com
Bio
Yun Shyuan Ling, who writes under her artist name, Esther Ling, is a Malaysian-Chinese Canadian pianist, singer-songwriter, recording artist currently based in Calgary, AB.
Having lived the life of an immigrant, writing music has allowed her to express deep wounds, paving the path for her own healing. As an artist, her passion is to share that same journey and connection with others.
Since completing a music performance diploma at the Northwestern Polytechnic in 2024 at Grande Prairie, AB, she has been actively writing and releasing music independently. Her debut single, “Pink Walls”, brought a profound message on domestic violence; it was featured on CBC Radio, CKUA Radio, 20 independent radio stations worldwide, and used by women shelter organizations in domestic violence campaigns across USA and Canada. Her debut children's song, "Cheeky Wind" is the winning song of the 2025 Grande Prairie Boys Choir Songwriting Competition and her first dive into choral composition, of which was premiered by the Grande Prairie Boys Choir, receiving local acclaim for its charm and creativity.
Esther continues to write fun, modern choral songs for children to sing, and is actively working on commissioned pieces by children choirs in Alberta. She is also working towards recording and releasing her first EP album. An exploratory and selfless composer, she continues to learn and develop her composition skills with the goal of writing for a jazz band or an orchestra, and perhaps a symphonic choir one day.
Esther’s work is sincere and exploratory in all genres. It promises songs that sparkle with innocence and unshaken hope; heartfelt storytelling in song, and inventive, caring music that bring the stories of people and social topics to light. She is an active performer, as a solo artist for weddings, and as an accompanist, supporting the local music community at student recitals, festivals and concerts. She currently lives in Calgary with her husband and two children, and continues to develop her artistry in songwriting and composition of all genres.
List of Works
Currently, all scores are available through Esther Ling’s website and on JW Pepper. Please visit www.estherlingpianist.com for updates on upcoming new music, and a full list of published sheet music and commercial recordings.
Choral
Orange Skies
● Commissioned (paid) by the Peace Region Girls Choir and will premiere on 22 May 2026 in Grande Prairie, AB.
● Written for an SA senior girls choir with piano + percussion (drum), this is a fire-themed piece that starts out in 2-part and develops into an exciting 4-part singing; a haunting, and dramatic song about a wildfire disaster with influences from indigenous Cree culture.
Louder Than Before
● Commissioned (paid) by the Peace Region Girls Choir and will premiere in Spring 2026 (date TBD) in Grande Prairie, AB.
● Written for an SA senior girls choir, this is an uplifting and positive song; the ultimate girl-power anthem about sisterhood, unity and harmony with voices together.
Rain, Won’t You Please Stop!
● Commissioned (paid) by the Peace Region Girls Choir and premiered on 24 May 2025 in Grande Prairie, AB. ● Written for an SA girls choir, this is a spring-inspired song about a young child who is bored and stuck at home, wishing the rain would stop so she could go outside to play.
● Listen to Live Performance
Cheeky Wind
● Written for a children’s choir (unison), this is an endearing, unison, song with a mischievous story about a young child who comes up with a clever excuse to get him and his cousins out of trouble!
● An original children’s song, it was selected as the winning song of the 1st Annual Grande Prairie Boys Choir Songwriting Competition, which was performed live by Esther Ling at the Finals Showcase Concert on 18 January 2025 in Grande Prairie, AB. The song was then arranged and prepared by Esther for the junior boys choir to perform, and it premiered on 15 March 2025 at the Grande Prairie Boys Choir Spring concert, “Youthful Energy & Dreams”, receiving composer recognition in concert. Esther recorded, self-produced, mixed and mastered the song to be released as a commercial recording on 11 April 2025 for all children and families to enjoy. The song was also performed by the Grande Prairie Girls Chorus Spring concert, “Bloom” on 31 May 2025.
● Listen to Live Performance:
● Listen to Commercial Recording
● Watch Official Music Video
Solo Piano
Cloud of Tears
● Published and released on 20 September 2024
●Words and Music by Yun Shyuan Ling
● Mixed and Mastered by Chris Mcintyre
● A neo-classical, melodious and expressive solo piano piece echoing melancholy and unspoken feelings that will bring one to a place of longing, questioning and a powerful resolution.
● Listen to Commercial Recording
● Watch Official Music Video
Discography
“Pink Walls”
● Published and released on 18 January 2024
● Words and Music by Yun Shyuan Ling
● Mixed and Mastered by Chris Mcintyre
● Esther Ling releases her debut single; contemporary, soft rock single, "Pink Walls" about domestic violence, with a message of hope in their journey of healing from past trauma. This song was featured on CBC Radio, CKUA radio, and 20 independent radio stations worldwide, and used by various domestic violence organizations in their social media campaigns across US and Canada. The music video is Esther's own video production for a final project submission at the Northwestern Polytechnic.
● Listen to commercial recording
● Watch Official Music Video
“Sandcastle”
● Published and released on 24 May 2024
● Words and Music by Yun Shyuan Ling
● Mixed and Mastered by Chris Mcintyre
● Esther Ling, releases her 3rd contemporary single, "Sandcastle"; a romance story with ocean vibes that echoes feelings of heartbreak from knowing the person you love stays only for the best parts and gives you up at your worst.
● Listen to commercial recording
“Greatest Gift”
● Published and released on 1 May 2023
● Words and Music by Yun Shyuan Ling
● Mixed and Mastered by Chris Mcintyre
● A song born out of gratitude, Esther Ling wrote and performed her first song, "The Greatest Gift" at the last recital and alumni concert, which brought healing to the community of Grande Prairie, AB, and the music instructors at Northwestern Polytechnic (former Grande Prairie Regional College) who lost their jobs from the abrupt closure of the music program in March 2023.
● Listen to Commercial Recording
● Watch Live Performance (self-presented)