Jinsil Lee (b. 1983 Seoul, Korea) is a renowned Korean composer and arranger based in New York, NY. She has built a versatile career which spans across multiple genres, including sacred and secular choral music, theater compositions, orchestral works, and electronic music. Ms. Lee’s music reflects a broad and innovative musical language that bridges classical traditions with contemporary sonic worlds.
Ms. Lee has received many commissions from prestigious arts organizations such as the Korean National Choirs, where she has composed large-scale ensemble works for both choir and orchestra. Her cantatas, musicals, and choral arrangements have been performed extensively by many ensembles, and continue to receive accolades for their depth and emotional impact.
Ms. Lee is particularly celebrated for her contributions to musical theater, where she not only composes and orchestrates the music, but also creates the original librettos. Her captivating compositions seamlessly express powerful emotions and dramatic narratives. Her diverse body of work also includes a piano concerto for string orchestra, multiple percussion ensemble pieces, and electronic music for contemporary dance, all of which have been performed internationally including large cities such as Vienna, Seoul, Dallas, New York City, and Los Angeles further solidifying her global presence.
Ms. Lee’s music is recognized for its delicate sensitivity, complex harmonic textures, and exploration of experimental soundscapes. The philosophical depth present in her compositions reflects her distinct voice as a contemporary composer, positioning her as a leading figure in the evolving landscape of global music.
Recently, Ms. Lee has become deeply involved in reinterpreting and rearranging Korean folk music. She is currently planning to release an album featuring instrumental and vocal compositions that weave together elements of Korean folk traditions, further expanding her artistic horizon.
For more information about her compositions and upcoming projects, visit her official website at www.jinsilmusic.com