DoYeon Kim and the Lives of the Gayageum
Korean gayageum player DoYeon Kim discusses how her apprenticeship in traditional music led her to improvisation, her instrument-damaging technique, and why she occasionally screams at her audience.
South Korea
Sun-Mi Hong's Jazz Rhythm Builds a Nest of Belonging
South Korean drummer Sun-Mi Hong moved from her homeland to Amsterdam in search of artistic freedom. She found not just a vibrant jazz scene but a new identity as a performer and composer.
Pianist Younee Transforms Concert Halls Into Musical Labs
Drawing from classical training and jazz freedom, the South Korean pianist invites audiences to help create each performance. Her new album 'Improvisations Live in Germany' captures these magical moments of musical alchemy.