Jeongwoo Lee

Jeongwoo Lee currently studies piano at the Yewon School, the most prestigious secondary education institution for the arts in South Korea.  After beginning to study the piano at the age of 7, Jeongwoo soon became deeply passionate about the instrument and focused all attention on practicing. As Jeongwoo writes, “every new piece I learn strengthens my love for the instrument.” He received First Prize at the 69th Ewha Kyunghyang Music Concours held in 2020 as well as First Prize at the Romania Pitesti “Dinu Lipatti” International Music Competition in 2022. He recently performed at the Kumho Prodigy Concert in July 2022. Jeongwoo is honored to be participating in the Cleveland International Piano Competition for Young Artists and hopes that the audience will feel his enthusiasm and dedication through his performances. Jeongwoo believes that this experience will continue to push his musical and artistic boundaries and hopes that his playing will touch the hearts of many.