Pianist Jihye Son graduated with honors from the Seoul High School of the Arts before pursuing her musical education at the Korean National University of Arts. During her university studies, she decided to further her musical expertise in Europe. Successfully admitted to the Freiburg Music Hochschule in Germany, she achieved a Vor-Diplom, a Diplom (equivalent to a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree), and earned a Konzertexamen’s Degree (the highest degree available at music universities in Germany) in Piano performance from the Detmold Music Hochschule, graduating at the top of her class. Her accomplishments include an extensive performance repertoire and significant teaching experience.
As a distinguished artist, Jihye has showcased her prowess in the performance and interpretation of contemporary works. Her repertoire includes captivating recitals and chamber music, spanning traditional compositions of the 20th and 21st centuries