Unsuk Chin

The Profile

Born 1961 in Seoul; studied with György Ligeti in Hamburg; based in Berlin. Composer of contemporary classical works combining acoustic forces, electronics and extended techniques.

Public recordings include a Deutsche Grammophon 20 21 series CD featuring Akrostichon-Wortspiel, Fantaisie mécanique, Xi and Double Concerto. Works use extended vocal techniques, prepared piano, electronics (magnetic tape, sampler, spatialization) and detailed instrumental color.

The available review highlights Unsuk Chin's fusion of East and West, her use of electronics and extended techniques, and several major works (Akrostichon-Wortspiel, Fantaisie mécanique, Xi, Double Concerto). The review praises timbral richness and inventive vocal/ instrumental writing.