Janghyun Thomas Kim

Praised for his “great technique” and “excellent breath control” by the music critic of South Korea’s major newspaper, Chosun Ilbo, Janghyun Thomas Kim, originally from South Korea, has established himself as a versatile artist, excelling as a performer, chamber musician, educator, and composer on an international scale.

An accomplished performer, Janghyun Thomas Kim achieved his solo debut at South Korea’s Sejong Center for the Performing Arts through sponsorship by the Chosun Ilbo. Following his American solo debut at Carnegie Hall in 2019, Kim performs regularly across the United States and abroad. Kim’s musicality extends to chamber music, with notable achievements including winning the Grand Prix at the IV International Music Competition-Caspi Art Competition and securing first prize at the Music International Grand Prix.

As a co-founder of the Vermillion Duet, he actively fosters diversity by commissioning and performing contemporary works from underrepresented composers and promoting inclusivity in the modern music scene. Under his leadership, the duo has received grants from Chamber Music America, the Louisiana Office of Cultural Development, and Frisco Arts to present recitals on platforms such as the VII Festival Internacional de Música de Cámará (Ecuador), Louisiana’s Old State Capitol, and the National Flute Association Convention.