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Ju Ri Seo is a South Korean classical music composer who has gained recognition for her unique style and innovative approach to composition. Born in Seoul in 1985, Seo showed an early interest in music and began studying piano at the age of six. She quickly demonstrated a natural talent for the instrument and went on to win several awards in local competitions. As Seo grew older, she became increasingly interested in composition and began studying with some of the most respected teachers in South Korea. She also began to explore a wide range of musical styles, from traditional Korean music to Western classical music and jazz. Seo's early compositions were heavily influenced by her Korean heritage, and she often incorporated traditional Korean instruments and melodies into her work. However, as she continued to develop her skills as a composer, she began to experiment with new techniques and styles, blending elements of Western classical music with Korean folk music and other genres. One of Seo's most notable early works is her "Korean Rhapsody," which was premiered in 2009 by the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra. The piece is a vibrant and colorful tribute to Korean culture, featuring traditional Korean instruments such as the gayageum and the daegeum alongside a full orchestra. In 2011, Seo moved to the United States to pursue further studies in composition. She enrolled in the prestigious Juilliard School in New York City, where she studied with some of the most respected composers in the world. During her time at Juilliard, Seo continued to develop her unique style, blending elements of Korean music with contemporary classical techniques. One of Seo's most acclaimed works from this period is her "Concerto for Gayageum and Orchestra," which was premiered in 2014 by the New York Philharmonic. The piece features the gayageum, a traditional Korean stringed instrument, as the soloist, and blends elements of Korean folk music with contemporary classical techniques. Seo's work has been praised for its innovative approach to composition and its ability to bridge the gap between different musical traditions. Her music has been performed by some of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. In addition to her work as a composer, Seo is also an accomplished pianist and has performed extensively as a soloist and chamber musician. She has won numerous awards for her performances, including first prize in the 2007 Ewha-Kyunghyang Music Competition and the 2010 Korea Times Music Competition. Seo's music continues to be celebrated for its unique blend of traditional Korean music and contemporary classical techniques. Her work has been described as "a bridge between two worlds," and she is widely regarded as one of the most innovative and exciting composers of her generation.

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