ABOUT ME

Growing up in South Korea, Saudi Arabia, and New Zealand, I was influenced by diverse cultures that shaped my musical journey. I began piano at five and soon found my passion for the cello, which has been my focus ever since.

I trained at the Purcell School in England, Bachelor of Music at the Basel Music Academy in Switzerland, a Master of Music degree at the University of Music & Performing Arts Stuttgart in Germany. I completed a Postgraduate Artist Diploma at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music in London.

I have performed at venues such as Wigmore Hall, St James's Piccadilly, and the Royal Opera House, and have recorded at renowned studios including Abbey Road and RAK in London. My repertoire spans classical to contemporary, allowing me to connect with varied audiences.

I have also performed at cultural events like the Embassy Series at St Martin-in-the-Fields and the Korean Music Festival in London. I am passionate about using music to support meaningful causes, including organising fundraising concerts for the European Alliance for Human Rights in North Korea.

My playing style reflects my varied training and experiences, aiming to create memorable and moving performances in every setting.

  • • Director at Hampstead Music School, London
    • Cello Teacher at Amadeo Roldan Music Conservatory, Havana, Cuba
    • Cellist at Deutsche Radio Philharmonie, Germany

  • • Post Graduate Artist Diploma - Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music & Dance, UK
    • Master of Music - University of Music & Performing Arts Stuttgart, Germany
    • Bachelor of Music - Basel Music Academy, Switzerland
    • Diploma in Orchestral Music - Saarland State Academy of Music, Germany
    • Secondary Education - The Purcell School, UK

  • • Child Protection in Education (Music) Training from Musician’s Union
    • Incorporated Society of Musicians Registered Private Teacher status.
    • ABRSM Becoming a Better Music Teacher Course
    • Chamber Music Studies - Pinerolo Music Academy, Italy

  • • Gladys Bratton Scholarship (UK)
    • Vera Kantrovitch Prize (UK)
    • Vivian Joseph Classical Concerto Competition (UK)
    • Concordia Foundation (UK)
    • Zetland Foundation (UK)
    • Trinity College London Scholarship (UK)
    • Moncalieri European Music Competition (Italy)
    • Young International Janigro Competition (Croatia)
    • Richard Wagner Foundation (Germany)
    • Yehudi Menuhin Live Music Now Stiftung (Germany)
    • Meindl Society (Germany)
    • Hanggi Foundation (Switzerland)

  • • St Martin-in-the-Fields, London
    • National Portrait Gallery, London
    • St James’s Piccadilly, London
    • Proms at St Jude’s, London
    • Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
    • Palazzo Pirelli, Milan
    • International Music Festival, Naples
    • Korean Music Festival, London

  • • Social Networking for Asian Professionals - Founder
    • European Alliance for Human Rights in North Korea - events organiser
    • Royal Free Charity - musician and fundraising organiser
    • Music in Hospitals - volunteer musician
    • AmazonArt - volunteer musician & events organiser
    • London Churches Refugee Fund - volunteer musician & events organiser

 
“Born in Korea, having grown up and studied across multiple countries, Catherine’s experience and deep appreciation of culture inspires my music. She captivates audiences with a style uniquely her own, combining intense expression & discerning artistry.”