Sunday July 19 Maria KIM- Korean Jazz Night
"Refined, soulful jazz led by one of Korea’s most influential voices."
Maria Kim is one of Korea’s most celebrated jazz pianists and vocalists, and a true cultural ambassador whose artistry resonates far beyond her home country. As a leading figure in Korean jazz today, she has been featured in major media and performed on prominent stages, consistently drawing sold-out audiences across the nation and gaining increasing recognition worldwide.
Award winning jazz pianist-vocalist Maria Kim is one of the new thriving jazz artists coming into the international jazz scene. With her captivating voice accompanied by the surgical precision of her piano playing, Maria Kim’s unique interpretation dazzles the world.
In 2021, Maria Kim released an album with a strings chamber titled “With Strings: Dream of You” through Sony Music. This album won the 2022 "Korean Music Awards”, and was listed on “Jazz Audio Disc Award” by the most prestigious Japanese jazz magazine, Jazz Hihyo (Jazz Critique).
Maintaining a balance between pure artistry while grabbing the attention of a wider audience, Maria Kim received the “Jazz Artist Award” from the 29th Korean Entertainment Arts Awards and became the most influential jazz artist in Asia.
Maria Kim made her North American label debut through La Reserve with her 7th LP “Misty Blue” featuring trumpeter – vocalist Benny Benack III. Her 3 consecutive singles placed #1 on Apple Music – Music Video Chart, and her LP “Misty Blue” placed #1 on Yes 24 jazz chart. Also, her 2025 LP “Love Letters” placed #1 on Yes 24 jazz chart and Apple Music Jazz Chart. Maria Kim is currently having a world tour which includes famous venues such as Blue Note and Jazz at Lincoln Center Shanghai.
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Doors open at 8pm
Music 8:30
Tickets $15