Chi Ho Han

Chi Ho Han is an Associate Professor of Music (Piano) at Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music, where he teaches in the Piano Department. A South Korean concert pianist renowned for technical diversity, emotional authenticity, and philosophical depth in his recitals, he maintains an active international performance career.

His educational background includes:

• Soloklasse from Hannover University of Music, Theater and Media (2021)
• Diploma from International Lake Como Piano Academy (2020)
• M.M. from Hannover University of Music, Theater and Media (2017)
• B.M. from Essen Folkwang University of Arts (2014)

Specializing in Piano Performance, Han's artistic focus spans Classical Music interpretation (particularly Beethoven and Schubert), Contemporary Music, Chamber Music, and Russian/Romantic repertoire. His programs consistently integrate technical precision with profound emotional expression, reflecting deep engagement with German artistic traditions established early in his career.

His distinguished awards include:

• Top prizes at Beethoven competitions in Vienna and Bonn
• Top prize at Schubert competition in Dortmund
• First prize and Audience Award at Kissinger KlavierOlympic Competition (2013)
• First prize at Seoul International Music Competition (2014)
• Top prize at ARD International Music Competition with Audience Award (2014)
• Silver medal at Gina Bachauer Competition (2014)
• Fourth prize at Queen Elisabeth Competition (2016)
• Third prize and Isang Yun Prize at Orléans Competition (2022)

As Artist-in-Residence at the Korean Cultural Centre in Budapest (2022-2023), Han performed at major festivals including Kissinger Sommer, Rheingau Music Festival, and Seoul Arts Center Symphony Festival. His global performances span Berlin, Paris, Tokyo, and New York with orchestras like Bavarian Radio Symphony and Seoul Philharmonic. No specific information regarding student advising or research grants was provided in available sources.