Saira Shah, 16, is a New York-based vocalist and dancer whose artistry spans genres and cultures. A student at The Dalton School, she performs Indian classical, Western pop, choral, and jazz music. As a Scholar Ensemble member of the National Children’s Chorus, she has sung at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and other premier venues.
Saira is a multi-time First Prize and Grand Prize winner at the International Youth Music Competitions (IYMC), where she was commended for her emotive phrasing and vocal clarity. She is also an award-winning dancer with Moksha Arts, representing the U.S. at the Prague Dance Festival, where the dance troupe won top honors in the Dance Folklore/Ethnic category.
In addition to her solo pursuits, Saira co-leads Voices4Values, a family-led musical initiative that merges art with impact. She was a featured soloist at Harmony Without Borders, a benefit concert supporting Daniel’s Music Foundation. Her fusion cover of “Raise Me Up”, blending Eastern and Western elements, was released by the music label of A Leg To Stand On (ALTSO).
From a jazz ballad to an Indian bhajan or a Beyoncé anthem, Saira brings a global voice shaped by empathy, technical excellence, and cultural fluency.
Watch Saira Shah sing Flowers by Miley Cyrus for the 2025 Global Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.