Seonju Jo

Seonju Jo, a pianist starting her musical journey at 13, garners acclaim for outstanding performances in South Korea and the United States. Her career, marked by accolades from prestigious competitions, reflects innate artistic flair and profound piano mastery.

Internationally, Seonju made waves with a solo debut at the TIMF Fringe Concert in South Korea, becoming the youngest participant to grace the stage. Triumphing at the Han-eum Music Competition in Seoul, she captivated audiences with a Schumann Concerto Op.54 performance alongside the Busan Youth Orchestra.

A summa cum laude graduate from Pusan National University, Seonju's influence is evident through top honors in competitions like the Charleston International European Music Competition and the Medici International Competition. She also reached the semifinals of the International Keyboard Odyssey Festival and secured second place in the Kings Peak International Competition.

Additionally, Seonju emerged as a finalist in the UT Mozart Concerto Competition and gained recognition as a selected presenter at the 2024 TMTA Conference. Her upcoming presentation, "Exploring Four Key Piano Pedal Techniques: Enhancing Musical Expression," underscores her commitment to advancing piano performance techniques.

Currently pursuing her MM degree in piano performance, Seonju aspires to a DMA degree at the University of Texas at Austin under Professor Gregory Allen's mentorship.

Beyond her exceptional performances and academic pursuits, Seonju enriches her career with a rich teaching history, sharing expertise with students in South Korea and the United States. As a pianist, accompanist, and instructor, she remains dedicated to inspiring the next generation of musicians, evolving seamlessly in her multifaceted career.