Born in Daejeon, Korea, DANA KIM started playing piano at the age of three after being inspired by her cousin’s playing—an experience that first sparked her love for music and set her on a lifelong artistic path. She went on to study at the Daejeon Arts Center’s Gifted Academy (2020-2021) and the Korea Institute of Arts and Gifted Education (2022-2024) where she developed a strong foundation in musical theory and expression.
Dana performed with the Ains Orchestra as a winner of the solo concerts and concerto auditions with Shinhan Live Classic, and has performed on major stages in South Korea, including the Youth Music Festival. Dana made her debut through the New Artist’s Concert at Carnegie Hall in New York and continued her international career through the Associazione Mozart Italia in Turin, Italy. She also won First Prize in the International Schubert Competition in Vienna and has won several domestic competitions. Currently, Dana studies under Han-Sol Noh.
Through studying a wide range of repertoire and musical styles, Dana continues to deepen her curiosity and passion for piano. She views each new musical opportunity as a chance to grow, and she is eager to discover where her artistic journey will lead next.