Conductor Hannah Jang Appointed as Invited Distinguished Professor at KAIST

World-renowned conductor and former cellist Hannah Jang will take the podium at KAIST.

On November 13, KAIST announced that conductor Hannah Jang has been appointed as a Distinguished Invited Professor at the Graduate School of Culture Technology. By inviting a world-class artist, KAIST aims to broaden the cultural and artistic foundation within the university and provide a platform for students to grow into creative and convergent talents.

Conductor Hannah Jang is conducting an orchestra performance. Photo provided by KAIST

Professor Jang will lead the "Orchestra Master Class," introducing students to the research and stage experience she has accumulated over the past 31 years as a musician. She will also share her vision for music and her leadership philosophy as a conductor through special leadership lectures for both undergraduate and graduate students.

The Orchestra Master Class is a public, hands-on course in which the conductor directly guides student performers through live sessions, focusing on musical interpretation and collaboration.

(From left) Professor Nam Juhan, Professor Jang Hanna, President Lee Kwanghyung. Provided by KAIST

In particular, Professor Jang will also participate as an advisor on artificial intelligence (AI) technologies needed for orchestra performances through the Sumi Jo Performing Arts Research Center at the Graduate School of Culture Technology. She will play a key role in exploring new research directions that fuse art and science and technology. Her appointment will last for two years starting this month.

Professor Jang stated, "It is meaningful to be able to share the values of art, leadership, and collaboration with students at KAIST. Through music, I hope to help future science and technology leaders cultivate artistry, creativity, and expressive abilities."

KAIST President Lee Kwanghyung commented, "Professor Jang is recognized as a world-class conductor who combines artistic insight with leadership. With her joining, I hope to open a new venue for the convergence of science and art, inspiring future scientists with creative ideas."

Meanwhile, Professor Jang attracted global attention at the age of 11 by becoming the youngest winner of the Rostropovich Cello Competition. After an international career as a cellist, she has transitioned to conducting and now leads prestigious orchestras such as the Munich Philharmonic, Orchestre de Paris, London Philharmonia, and the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, earning recognition for her musical leadership and artistic vision.

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