Park Jiha

Park Jiha is a South Korean composer and multi-instrumentalist who uses traditional Korean instruments such as the piri, saenghwang and yanggeum to create music that blends minimalism, contemporary classical and ambient textures.

Formed the duo [su:m] in 2008 and worked with it until 2016. Released the solo album Communion in Korea in November 2016 which was reissued by Glitterbeat; showcased at Classical:NEXT and WOMEX; collaborators include Kim Oki, John Bell and Kang Tekhyun. Has performed in Europe and has played in Italy with [su:m]. Park Jiha has stated she is Catholic.

Park Jiha is a South Korean composer and multi-instrumentalist who mixes traditional Korean instruments (piri, saenghwang, yanggeum) with minimalism and contemporary classical/ambient influences. Communion (released in Korea Nov 2016, reissued by Glitterbeat) and All living Things are highlighted by reviewers. Critics praise the meditative, nature-infused writing and the blend of acoustic and subtle electronic textures.

For:Listeners of contemporary classical, minimalism, ambient and world-influenced experimental music.