Praised as “The goddess of flute” by the Korea Times, Jasmine Choi is a
dynamic and innovative flutist whose artistry transcends traditional
boundaries. Known for her captivating performances and engaging online
presence, she is particularly dedicated to cultivating new audiences for
classical music, while delving into the limitless potential of the instrument.
Her formative years were spent at the illustrious Curtis Institute of Music and The Juilliard School preparing her to win positions as Associate Principal Flute at Cincinnati Symphony and then as Principal Flute at Vienna Symphony prior to launching her dynamic career as a soloist.
The 2024-2025 season highlights include appearances as soloist with Orchestre de Chambre de Genève, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, Düsseldorf Symphony Orchestra, Würzburg Philharmonic Orchestra, Haifa Symphony Orchestra, Sejong Soloists, Pacific Philharmonia Tokyo, Korean National Symphony Orchestra, Macao Orchestra, and tours with pianists Kit Armstrong and Hugh Sung, and harpist Johanna Schellenberger.
In addition to her active career as soloist, Choi is acclaimed worldwide by flutists and enthusiasts for her dedication to the art of flute performance through her various teaching methods published by Theodore Presser Company and Seoul Music Publishing. She applies her methods and professional expertise in masterclasses worldwide and has been invited by The Juilliard School, Curtis Institute of Music, Indiana University, Colburn School of Music, Manhattan School of Music, Florida University, Harvard University, Universität für Musik in Vienna, and many other prominent institutions.
A musician of the 21st century, Choi uses the digital platform as a means
to reach broader audiences and to help sustain and cultivate classical music in
today’s fast-paced, digital world. Her YouTube channel “Jasmine
Choi" has received a Silver Play Button with more than 26 million views,
an important recognition of her contribution to the classical music world.
Choi’s innate capacity to link people and cultures through her music led her to
the honor of being invited to perform the song “Arirang”, commissioned by the
Austrian Olympic Committee, which was featured during the 2018 Winter Olympic
Games in PyeongChang, Korea.
A proud representative of her homeland, Choi has been designated
“Ambassador” of the Daejeon Culture and Arts Foundation in her hometown
Daejeon, Korea.