SE:UM has created a fusion of jazz and Korean traditional music, performed by virtuosos who are united through the pulsating beats of ancient folk tunes and shamanistic rhythms. Led by Joon Lee, recipient of the 2023 KBS Korean Traditional Music Award for his mastery of the 12-string gayageum, SE:UM is a powerhouse ensemble.

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SE:UM

Montgomery Theater

Step into the unique world of SE:UM, a fusion of jazz and Korean traditional virtuosos who united through the pulsating beats of ancient folk tunes and shamanistic rhythms. Led by Joon Lee, recipient of the esteemed 2023 KBS Korean Traditional Music Award for his mastery of the Gayageum, this quintet is a powerhouse ensemble. Joining forces with saxophonist Hachul Song, trumpeter Jongsang Park, bassist Jaeha Lee, and traditional percussionist Hanmin Cho, this eclectic quintet is known for their boundary-breaking music. Through years of collaboration, they've harmonized their individual styles, dismantling barriers between genres to craft a unique musical tapestry.

Joon Lee

Events

Past events

Aug 10, 2024

SE:UM · San Jose Jazz Summer Fest

May 11, 2024

Korean Folk Meets Jazz featuring SE:UM · Flushing Town Hall

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