The Young Virtuosi

Having started her violin studies at the age of two, South Korean born Yeyeong Jenny Jin is the winner of many awards including the 2020 Stulberg International String Competition, 2022 Zhuhai International Violin Competition, and most recently, the 2023 Michael Hill International Violin Competition.

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  • Words by Auckland Live
  • Last updated 10 May 2024

At age 9, she was admitted to the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia to study with renowned pedagogue, Ida Kavafian.

Currently, Jenny is enrolled at the Juilliard School, studying with Itzhak Perlman and Li Lin.

Also from South Korea, 2023 Sydney International Piano Competition winner, Jeonghwan Kim will be joining Jenny on this 10-centre tour.

Winner of a vast array of national competitions, Jeonghwan moved to Berlin at 11 years old, where he continued to earn extensive recognition. Since 2017, he has been studying at the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler in the class of Professor Konrad Maria Engel.

Location Te wāhi
Auckland Town Hall | Hōro ā-Tāone o Tāmaki Makaura
Plan your route
Getting there Te huarahi ki reira

Auckland Town Hall is opposite Aotea Square on Queen Street. This is along a main bus route and takes about 17-20 minutes to walk from Britomart Station and the ferry terminal. For parking options visit Auckland Transport’s website.

Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe

Learn about the colourful history of this iconic venue on an Auckland Town Hall Tour. Visit aucklandlive.com for tour dates and details.