SORIDARI/소리다리

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Rooted in Korean heritage, reaching into the wider world!

SoriDari, meaning “sound bridge,” is a new program that brings together Korean and Korean-American musicians ages 15–18 with seasoned professional artists to perform classical and contemporary chamber music as equal partners. The program fosters genuine collaboration, empowering young artists to gain confidence, expand their networks, and grow as colleagues within the wider musical community.

In our second season, SoriDari will select two violinists, one violist, and one cellist to join its musicians in rehearsals and a culminating concert presented in partnership with the Korean Cultural Center New York — a celebration of artistry, collaboration, and cultural connection. Each participant will be recognized as a SoriDari Young Artist Fellow and awarded $1,000 in support of their artistic development.

2027 Participating Musicians

Yezu Woo

Alex Fortes

Tanner Menees

Michael Nicolas

What makes SoriDari unique?

SoriDari opens a new space where Korean and Korean-American youth move beyond heritage-based networks to collaborate directly with diverse professional artists. Fellows rehearse and perform side by side with musicians from world-class ensembles, including the Orchestra of St. Luke’s, Brooklyn Rider, The Knights, and A Far Cry — experiencing chamber music as true artistic partners.

Eligibility

• Must identify as Korean or Korean-American

• Must be an advanced violin, viola, or cello student between the ages of 15 and 18 years as of March 5, 2027

• Must be a U.S. citizen, legal resident, or valid visa holder in the United States

• Must be available in New York City on March 2-4, 2027 (9AM-6PM) and on March 5, 2027 (10AM-10PM). No exceptions.

Application Requirements

• Completed application on Acceptd

• $100 application fee

• Permission form signed by a parent or guardian

• Letter of recommendation from the primary teacher

• Proof of health insurance

• Audition videos (see required repertoire on Acceptd)

Chamber Music Group Format

• Quartet 1: SoriDari violinist · student violinist · student violist · SoriDari cellist

• Quartet 2: Student violinist · SoriDari violinist · SoriDari violist · student cellist

2027 Repertoire

• L. van Beethoven - String Quartet in E-flt Major, Op. 74

• L. van Beethoven - String Quartet in F minor, Op. 95

• James Ra - Tsontakitella (2001)

• Juri Seo - II. Spring-Summer from String Quartet - Infinite Seasons

Timeline (subject to change)

• Application Period: October 1–December 1, 2026

• Results Announcement: by January 2027

• Young Artists Zoom Orientation: February 2027

• Rehearsals: March 2-4, 2027 (between 9am–6pm)

• Open Class & Winners Concert: March 5, 2027 (between 10am-10pm)
  *The Open Class will be a collaborative session where the groups perform for each other and share feedback; it may be open to the public.

Location (all rehearsals & concert)
Korean Cultural Center New York
122 E 32nd St, New York, NY 10016

Tentative Daily Schedule (subject to change)

Rehearsals

March 2: 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm

March 3: 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm

March 4: 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm

Open Class

March 5: 1-3pm

Concert

March 5: 7pm