Recent Recording Project

A captivating journey through the Romantic era with a program featuring beautiful works by Clara Schumann, Mel-Bonis, and Frederick Chopin from different parts of Europe. Each composer brings a distinct voice to the evening, offering a nuanced portrayal of the emotional depth and technical sophistication characteristic of the period. Frederick Chopin Ballades No.1 - No. 4 (complete) ​ ​Clara Schumann Soirées musicales, Op.6 ​ Robert Schumann Humoreske, Op. 20 Mel Bonis Cinq Piéces Pour Piano , Op. 11 ​

Pianists Helena Hyesoo Kim and Curtis Pavey are a piano duo and faculty members at the University of Missouri. Kim and Pavey first connected as doctoral students at the College-Conservatory of Music at the University of Cincinnati and established their duo partnership in 2021 during the COVID pandemic. Together, their performances have reached audiences throughout the United States and Canada in various venues, creating intimate connections with audience members. In their performances, the two strive to tell stories in sound, making cohesive musical and historical relationships between music of different composers and time periods. Recent highlights include performances at the Mizzou International Composers Festival, the Odyssey Chamber Music Series, Montreal’s Kin Experience, and the Madison Performing Arts Foundation. As soloists and duo partners, Kim and Pavey are currently curating programs that feature music by historically underrepresented composers. In addition to their work as performers and teachers, they also serve as staff members of the Frances Clark Center, a non-profit organization that strives to produce the highest quality materials for piano teachers worldwide.

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