Leyao started Learn piano at the age of 5 and began to learn cello at the age of 8 with Professor Huang Beixing, principal cello of the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra.
In 2019, graduated from Experimental High School affiliated to Shanghai Conservatory of Music, during which studied with Professor Xie Guangyu Shanghai Conservatory of Music When Leyao was in middle school and high school, she joined the Shanghai Student Symphony Orchestra and served as the principal cello to perform at the Shanghai Concert Hall, Shanghai Sheshan Concert, and the Edinburgh Music Festival in the UK. Also helped famous cellists Mischa Maisky and Qin Liwei to accompany them in their performances
In 2019, entered Montclair State University, majoring in music performance, and studied with Professor Nicholas Tzavaras cellist member of the Shanghai Quartet.
Participated in the quartet performing instruction and rehearsal under the guidance of Harlem Quartet and Cavani Quartet and Shanghai Quartet each half a month.Work closely with the artistic directors and other creative team members to ensure the realization of the artistic vision for entire production.Negotiate contracts with actors, directors, designers, and other production staff.Ensure that all parties involved in the production understand and adhere to the terms of their contracts. Last in Collaborated with Kronos quartet and Cello solo at Kaufman Music Center, Merkin Concert Hall
While studying in Montclair, Leyao participated in the school's symphony orchestra and participated in recordings Shot 2021 NFL game ad with orchestra and performed the theme song “We are the Legends” When Leyao returned to China during the summer vacation, she was hired by the Suzhou Symphony Orchestra as a guest performer and participated in rehearsals and performances.
Receive Bachelor of Music degree in May 2023 and enter Columbia University Teachers college in September for graduate study in music education.