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Minyoung Rho is a pianist, organist, and music instructor, renowned for her broad range of répertoire and compelling interpretations. Her musical journey is distinguished by exceptional performances and versatility, both as a solo performer and in collaboration with various musicians.

Born in South Korea, Rho has been primarily trained as a virtuoso pianist. Her educational background includes Sunwha Arts High School, Seoul National University (B.M.) and graduate studies in Florida State University (M.M., M.A. and D.M.). She has performed numerous recitals and concerts as a solo pianist at prestigious venues in the United States and South Korea, including Ruby Diamond Concert Hall, Opperman Music Hall, Smith Memorial Hall, Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, A. J. Fletcher Recital Hall, Steinway Society of Puerto Rico, TLI Art Center and IPAC Hall. She also gave the world premiere performance and recording of Meditations on a Warming Planet (2023) by Clifton Callender. In addition to her solo career, Rho is a dedicated collaborator, working with solo instrumentalists, vocalists, chamber musicians, choirs and orchestras. Her notable collaborations include concerto performances with Sinfonia da Camera, conducted by Ian Hobson, and Florida State University Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Alexander Jiménez; a duo recital with the concert tuba player Øystein Baadsvik; chamber performances with the composer Pamela Z and International Contemporary Ensemble; and a duo performance with the mezzo-soprano Phyllis Pancella. Her piano teachers are Ian Hobson and Hyerim Kim.

It was during her studies at Florida State University that Rho began playing the organ. Her involvement with the church choir and community led to organ lessons and additional studies in service playing. After receiving her doctoral degree in piano performance, Rho continued her organ studies with Iain Quinn and pursued a second master's degree in organ performance. She has been active as an organist as well, giving solo recitals at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Trinity United Methodist Church and Faith Presbyterian Church. Rho is currently pursuing a Performer's Diploma in organ at 51²è¹Ý with Stefan Engels.