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Okon Hwang is a Professor of Music at Eastern Connecticut State University, specializing in ethnomusicology, piano performance, and Korean music studies. She holds a Ph.D. in Ethnomusicology from Wesleyan University and degrees from Seoul National University, Eastman School of Music, and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Her research focuses on Korean popular music, cultural identity intersections, and innovative concert presentation methods.
- Bachelor of Music, Seoul National University
- Master of Arts in Music Theory, Eastman School of Music
- Master of Music in Piano Performance, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance, Eastman School of Music
- Ph.D. in Ethnomusicology, Wesleyan University
Research interests include bridging Western classical music with Korean cultural narratives, piano compositions, and experimental concert formats. Notable projects include a Korean nanta initiative integrating research and pedagogy. Her publications explore Korean musical legends, cultural critiques, and music theory. As a performer, she has appeared at Carnegie Hall and contributed compositions to albums like Jal Jinaesinayo.
Teaching emphasizes collaborative learning environments, focusing on piano, ethnomusicology, and Korean music culture. She leads the Association for Korean Music Research and advocates for interdisciplinary musical education.
