Texu Kim writes music that’s fun, often humorous yet sophisticated, detailed and connected to his South Korean heritage in fascinating ways.
He’s also the only composer we know to offer “major-league cuteness” (Broadway World) while also demonstrating “surprising scope.” (San Diego Story)
MUSIC
Bounce!! – performed by Alarm Will Sound
Sonata Amabile – performed by Ju-young Baek, violin and Ilya Rashkovskiy, piano
1) Kki, Allegro
2) Mo, Larghetto
3) Mu, Presto
Homage to Anonymous Ancient Fiddlers – performed by Ju-young Baek and Gyehee Kim
Blow, Fly, Pop!! – performed by the Korean National Symphony
Musical inspirations for Sonata Amabile
mvmt 1. traditional folk songs from Gyeonggi-do province in Korea which were commonly performed by Gisaeng
Movement 2 (Mo) – Buddhist prayer