Biography of Stephanie Chung  

 

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Korean born, Stephanie Chung began her musical training at an early age while in Seoul. She pursued her love of music by obtaining her Bachelor’s of Music at the Seoul National University. With her immigration into the United States of America, Stephanie was able to pursue her studies in the Master's program majoring in piano at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles. At USC, Stephanie studied with Robert Ward and the distinguished Dr. Neal Odon from the University of Washington.

Stephanie’s music contributions outside academics are evident in charitable events and fundraisers. She has organized and performed for a variety of fundraising events and concerts. She has also collaborated with illustrious artists such as violinist Taras Gabora, Chin Kim, Michel Ma, Dr. Inhong Cha, and Soprano Youngmi Kim, to name a few. Moreover, for several years Stephanie was a church choir accompanist and community choir accompanist.

Since Stephanie’s move to Canada, she has been involved in a variety of projects promoting music. She was the Asian Director for the Casalmaggiore International Music Festival in Italy and the Director of the Pacific Rim Conservatory of Music and Arts in White Rock, British Columbia. Stephanie is currently the conductor for the Zion Women’s Choir in Vancouver. Furthermore, she recently became a board member for the Vancouver International Song Institute at the University of British Columbia.

Stephanie’s passion for music has been demonstrated in her professional, academic and personal life. She strives to share music with all and hopes music will touch the lives of others as it has touched her.

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