Meet Jinjoo Yoo, jazz pianist:
Although she studied sociology and economics as a university student in South Korea, she came to New York City a few years ago and began devoting herself to the study of jazz piano, composition, and arranging. You can find out more about her path — from Seoul to swing here.
Her 2017 performance / arrangement of HONEYSUCKLE ROSE will tell you more than her brief biography. That’s Luca Rosenfeld, string bass, and Doron Tirosh, drums:
Here’s another side of her — lyrical, questing, pensive. The song is Bud Powell’s DUSK IN SANDI, which Jinjoo came to make her own with some friendly assistance from Coach Barry Harris:
Jinjoo has recorded a trio EP, I’M CURIOUS (Gut String Records) which will be out at the end of February. I’ll have more to say about it then, but it finds her playing her compositions — quirky and lively — with wonderful support from Neal Miner, string bass, and Jimmy Wormworth, drums.
Neal, Jimmy, Jinjoo
Until then, her website offers a good deal of music. Although young, she has a true talent, as you will find out. And here is her Facebook page for even more current information.
May your happiness increase!
This young lady wails!And so does her teacher,the great Barry Harris,one of my favorite all-time pianists.The obscure Powell tune was enjoyable,as well.Thanks for the posting,Michael.
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