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Dr. Se-Hee Jin is a pianist of refined artistry and a dedicated pedagogue committed to shaping the next generation of musicians. Recognized for her insightful interpretations and expressive performances, she has been praised for her ability to shape intricate musical textures with clarity, precision, and exuberance.

She holds a Doctor of Musical Arts and Master of Music in Piano Performance and Literature (with a minor in Music Theory) from the Eastman School of Music and a Bachelor of Music from Ewha Womans University in South Korea. As Assistant Professor of Piano at Texas Tech University, she teaches Applied Piano,  Keyboard Literature, Keyboard Skills, and Chamber Ensemble to students from undergraduate through doctoral levels. She also mentors students in research, competitions, and conference presentations, fostering their artistic and professional growth.

Her performance career is acclaimed for its expressive depth, technical brilliance, and artistic clarity. Critics have described her playing as “brilliant” and “extraordinary,” recognizing her ability to illuminate both the structural intricacies and expressive nuances of each work. She has been praised for her “beautiful tone and voicing” (Fanfare) and her capacity to “present music in the best possible light, delivering moments of sheer poetry and dazzling virtuosity” (American Record Guide). One review remarked, “She brings a rare combination of expressivity and control, making even the most complex works sound effortless” (International Piano), while another described her performances as “expertly and persuasively presented, revealing the depth and brilliance of the repertoire” (Fanfare). Additional reviews have highlighted her “clarity, precision, and deep understanding of the score” (Piano News), allowing listeners to engage fully with the music beyond its technical demands (Tarraco’s Culture Club).

Dr. Jin has performed widely at prestigious venues, including Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, Kaufman Music Center, Bentley  Recital Hall, and Seiji Ozawa Hall. She was a Leonard Bernstein Fellow at the Tanglewood Music Festival and participated in the Banff Summer Arts Festival in Canada. She continues to present recitals and master classes across the United States, Canada, Italy, China, and Korea, engaging with prospective students and supporting young pianists. Actively engaged as both performer and clinician, she has contributed to national and regional conferences such as the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) National Conference, Texas Music Teachers Association (TMTA) Conference, Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Clinic and Convention, National Conference on Keyboard Pedagogy (NCKP), and College Music Society (CMS) Conferences. Along with her solo performances and presentations, she has appeared in collaborative projects with distinguished musicians, including on Backstage Pass on WXXI-FM Classical 91.5, the Women in Music Festival at the Eastman School of Music, the Festival of Contemporary Music, and various chamber music concerts.

Dr. Jin’s recent research and solo performance interests span a diverse range of piano literature, including Bach’s The Art of Fugue, works by German and Russian Romantic composers, and contemporary American composers. She is currently pursuing  several recording projects that highlight both traditional and modern repertoire, emphasizing historically informed and artistically compelling interpretations. In addition to her solo work, she has collaborated with TTU faculty members on several premiere recording and interdisciplinary projects.

As coordinator of the annual TTU PianoFest, Dr. Jin provides opportunities for prospective and current students through master classes and recitals with distinguished guest artists. She organizes workshops for young pianists, led by TTU piano pedagogy majors, and has expanded the festival’s reach with remote master classes and virtual sessions via Steinway Spiriocast, connecting students across regions and highlighting the resources of Texas Tech’s piano program.

Committed to innovative teaching, Dr. Jin integrates Steinway Spirio technology into her instruction, offering students advanced tools for performance analysis, interactive engagement, and remote learning. This forward-looking approach has enriched students’ interpretive skills, broadened their musical perspectives, and strengthened their creativity in performance and learning.

Beyond her musical endeavors and educational initiatives, Dr. Jin is a dedicated mentor who fosters a supportive and dynamic learning environment for her students. She has guided students in presenting research and performing at major conferences, including the MTNA National Conference, MTNA Collegiate  symposiums, CMS Conferences, and the TMEA Clinic and Convention. Beyond the university, she actively engages with pre-college and collegiate students through master classes,  competition adjudications, and workshops, nurturing their development as performers, educators, and scholars.