Hyeji Jeong

Violinist Hyeji Jeong began her musical training in both piano and violin at an early age. In Korea, she was invited to perform with the National Independence Special Orchestra at the Korean Broadcast Station Concert Hall and regularly appeared at national and diplomatic events, including memorial concerts honoring Ahn Jung-Geun, the Yi Jun Memorial Service, and embassy receptions such as the 50th anniversary of South Korea–Ethiopia diplomatic relations. In recognition of her contributions, she received Certificates of Appreciation from both the Embassy of Ethiopia and the Ahn Jung-Geun Memorial Hall.

After beginning her college studies, Hyeji continued to develop her artistry and has since built a dynamic performance career as a soloist, orchestral, and chamber musician. She has received numerous accolades, including a concerto competition win and a commencement performance prize during her academic studies. In addition to live performances, she has contributed as a recording artist on various CDs and video projects. She founded Tempus Chamber Music and was a founding member and violinist of the Genèse String Quartet. A highlight of her chamber career includes a featured performance in a recital for the Cincinnati Opera’s Don Giovanni event. Deeply committed to community engagement, she has also performed in outreach concerts at airports, banks, offices, and churches, sharing her music in both traditional and non-traditional settings.

Hyeji has further enriched her musical experience through participation in prestigious festivals and seminars, including the Bowdoin International Music Festival, CCM Chamber Music Intensive, Calidore String Quartet Seminar, and the Juilliard String Quartet Seminar.

She earned her Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, where she studied with Kurt Sassmannshaus. She also holds a B.A. and M.A. in violin performance from Pensacola Christian College, where she served as a graduate assistant.