I started violin in first grade when I first moved to the United States. It quickly became a way for me to express myself. As I started to really get into violin, I felt like I was becoming one with the music, every note resonated within me. I want to thank my violin teacher for pushing me to come this far. As I practiced with her, I felt my tone changing and became more confident in what I was playing. I am so grateful to her and to all her contributions and I am thankful to my piano accompanist for allowing me to finish this song successfully. And lastly, I am grateful for the Charleston International Competition for creating this opportunity for me to push myself further in order to become a better musician.
Watch Aileen Kim perform Grande Polonaise by T. Bohm on the flute for the 2025 Spring Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.
Watch Aileen Kim perform Lalo: Symphonie Espagnole by Edouard Lalo on the violin for the 2025 Autumn Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.