Parallel 02: Okkyung Lee

Parallel 02: Okkyung Lee

Cellist Okkyung Lee is an accomplished performer, composer and improviser. Known as a prolific solo artist and collaborator, Lee’s broad array of inspirations — including noise, improvisation, jazz, western classical, and the traditional and popular music of her homeland, South Korea — forge her highly distinctive musical approach.

This playlist is a small sampling of some of her many collaborative projects and solo works. All of the pieces here can be purchased through her website at http://www.okkyunglee.info/

Okkyung Lee performed with an ensemble of Vancouver-based musicians on November 16, 2019 at The Roundhouse. Presented by Vancouver New Music in partnership with Roundhouse Arts and Recreation Centre.

Image design by Steve Chow from a photo by Nigel Bates.

Playlist compiled by Heather McDermid.