Helen Sung
Pianist, Composer, Bandleader
Helen Sung is a critically acclaimed jazz pianist and composer known for her vibrant touch, inventive improvisations, and sophisticated compositions. Her music bridges traditional jazz with contemporary influences, creating a distinctive and engaging sound.
About
A native of Houston, Texas, Helen Sung is an accomplished jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader. She initially trained as a classical pianist before transitioning to jazz, a move that has profoundly shaped her unique approach to the genre. Sung has released multiple albums as a leader and is recognized for her technical prowess and deeply expressive playing.
Music Style
Her style blends swinging post-bop sensibilities with modern harmonic and rhythmic explorations, often incorporating intricate melodic lines and dynamic shifts. She demonstrates a profound respect for jazz tradition while pushing its boundaries.
Background
- Hometown
- Houston, Texas, USA
- Education
- High School for the Performing and Visual Arts, University of Texas at Austin, The Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz Performance
- Instruments
- piano
- Active
- 1990s-present
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Notable Collaborations
Past Events
Helen Sung Trio
Birdland Theater
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Helen Sung Trio
Birdland Theater
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Helen Sung Trio
Birdland Theater
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Helen Sung Trio
Birdland Theater
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Helen Sung Trio
Birdland Theater
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Helen Sung Trio
Birdland Theater
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Brilliant Corners: A Tribute to Thelonious Monk
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
piano
Brilliant Corners: A Tribute to Thelonious Monk
Dizzy's Club at Lincoln Center
piano
Helen Sung Quartet
Smalls
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Helen Sung's "Live Wire Project"
Smalls
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