Biography
Lena Kim is a first-year violin student at The Juilliard School and began learning the violin at age 5. Lena is an experienced soloist, performing with orchestras every year. She was also a violinist in the Doxa Quartet and they earned the first and grand prizes at Coltman and the silver medal at Fischoff. They are fellows of NPR’s From the Top. Lena has been actively engaged in orchestra performances. Member of the LA Sinfonietta Orchestra since she was 6, she served as the Concertmaster for 4 years. She was the Concertmaster of NYO2 and the assistant principal violinist of NYO-USA.
"Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to study at the Juilliard School. I am so priviliged to be surrounded by encouraging peers who challenge me to explore beyond my limits, and the amazing artistic environment of New York City. I have a disabled brother, and my parents spend significant money to support his growth. On top of that, following my decision to major in music, they bought me a new violin that was way above our budget. I am very grateful that I have the privilege of doing what I enjoy with the best resources provided to me."