Jiyoun Chung

Education

• University of Missouri-Kansas City, DMA in Composition
• Illinois State University, MM in Composition and Piano Performance
• Hanyang University, BM in Composition

About

Pianist-composer Dr. Jiyoun Chung creates music that reflects her Korean American identity by integrating diverse cultural influences, drawing inspiration from East Asian culture and religion alongside a wide range of musical traditions. Her work has received numerous distinctions and awards and is regularly featured at international festivals and concerts. A passionate advocate for using music as a force for equity and justice, Chung brings both an internationally recognized creative practice and a deep commitment to teaching music theory and composition to TCU.