I originally started the clarinet in my middle school’s band program and found it infatuating. I rose among the ranks in my middle school band and eventually got first chair in my Symphonic Band. In addition, I have also participated in the California Youth Symphony Wind Ensemble as well as participate in the CMEA Bay Section Competition, earning a gold rating at Sacremento.
Watch Isaac Keonwoo Kil perform Stamitz Clarinet Concerto No. 3, Mvt 1 by Carl Stamitz on the clarinet for the 2025 Global Music Competition as part of the Charleston International Music Competition.