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Dr. Soo Yeon Kim serves as Associate Professor of Violin and Viola and Director of String Chamber Ensemble at Houghton University since Fall 2018. A Korean-born violinist acclaimed by Leipziger Volkszeitung for her "musical maturity and masterful technique," she maintains dual careers as a performing artist and dedicated educator within the university's music program.
Her academic foundation includes:
- D.M.A. in Violin Performance and Literature (minor in Music History and String Pedagogy) from Eastman School of Music
- Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Violin Performance from The Juilliard School on full scholarship
Dr. Kim's artistic practice centers on violin/viola performance, chamber music collaboration, and contemporary repertoire development. She actively premieres new works while integrating string pedagogy principles that emphasize mind-body connection in musical expression. Her research extends to performance practice of 20th-21st century compositions.
Her distinguished accolades demonstrate exceptional artistry:
- Four major concerto competition victories across Busan, Juilliard, and Eastman institutions
- Finalist recognition at Johansen International String Competition
- Prestigious appointments at Kronberg Academy, Aspen Music Festival, and Juilliard
- Starling-DeLay Symposium Young Artist designation
A sought-after pedagogue, Dr. Kim regularly conducts masterclasses nationwide and teaches at festivals including Luzerne Music Festival, Bayview Music Festival, and Interharmony International Music Festival in Italy. She mentors students through Houghton's violin/viola lessons, chamber ensembles, and String Techniques courses while directing the String Chamber Ensemble.
Her professional activities span global performance venues from Carnegie Hall to Leipzig's Mendelssohn-Bartholdy Hall, with ongoing collaborations through Kronberg Academy Festival and Holland Music Sessions.
