New Talents-Kiyoka Hyun Duo

For the June performance of 2025 New Talents, we are delighted to introduce Kiyoka Hyun Duo, composed of Kiyoka Ohara (Flute) and Hyunjeong Hwang (Piano).

Don't miss this chance to enjoy Kiyoka Hyun Duo's amazing musical adventure this June!

Programme

• J.S. Bach Flute Sonata in E-flat major .821
  I. Allegro moderato
  II. Siciliano
  III. Allegro
  
• G. Donizetti Sonata for Flute and Piano in C
  I. Largo
  II. Allegro
  
• C. Saint-Saëns Oboe Sonata, Op.166 (arranged for Flute and Piano)
  
• C. Franck Sonata in A Major for Flute and Piano
  I. Allegretto ben moderato
  II. Allegro
  III. Recitativo-Fantasia
  IV. Allegretto poco mosso

About Kiyoka Hyun Duo

Kiyoka and Hyunjeong formed a duo in 2017 and have since performed across the UK, presenting a diverse repertoire that spans from classical to contemporary works. They have appeared as a piano trio at the Korean Cultural Centre Home Theatre Series Season II and the Faversham Lunchtime Concert Series, collaborating with various ensembles and musicians. Their performances often explore dynamic programming, including French Impressionist works, contemporary compositions, and lesser-known gems from the flute and piano repertoire. In addition to standard flute-piano works, they are particularly interested in reinterpreting and adapting violin repertoire for flute and piano, exploring new possibilities in phrasing, articulation, and colour.

Hyunjeong Hwang (Piano)

HyunJeong Hwang is a pianist known for her dynamic performances as a soloist, chamber musician, and collaborator. She has performed at international festivals such as the Amalfi Festival in Italy, the Gabala Music Festival in Azerbaijan, and the Puigcerdà Festival in Spain, where she played Beethoven’s Fourth Piano Concerto with the Kyiv Orchestra. She has also appeared at prestigious venues, including the Elgar Room at the Royal Albert Hall and St. James Piccadilly.

Her artistic achievements have been recognised through numerous competition successes, including 2nd prize at the Lazar Berman Competition in Italy, 4th prize at the Osaka International Competition, and 1st prizes at the Alfred Kitchin and John Longmire Competitions. These accolades highlight both her technical command and artistic depth across a wide-ranging repertoire.

She studied at the Royal Academy of Music, studying with Daniel-Ben Pienaar and Colin Stone, and recently completed her Doctor of Music at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama under the guidance of Rolf Hind, Alexander Soares, Laura Roberts, and Noriko Ogawa. Her doctoral research focused on performance interpretation and pedagogy, and she has presented her work at international conferences, including the BFE/RMA Research Students’ Conference and the GRS Conference. She continues to explore these themes in her ongoing research, with an upcoming presentation at the Theorizing Trauma and Disability in the Arts Conference at UCLA.

Beyond performance, she is an experienced accompanist and tutor, mentoring students preparing for conservatoire entry, competitions, and music examinations. She actively collaborates with composers and interdisciplinary artists to expand contemporary piano repertoire and has contributed to professional recordings and masterclasses.

Kiyoka Ohara (Flute)

Japanese flautist, Kiyoka Ohara, graduated from The Royal Academy of Music, where she studied with William Bennett, Kate Hill, Karen Jones and Pat Morris for her bachelor’s and master’s degrees. At the Academy, she participated in the LSO Scheme, working with principal players from the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO). Prior to her studies in England, Kiyoka studied at a private arts school in Korea. She has also participated in masterclasses with Lorna McGhee, Clare Southworth, and cellist David Waterman.

She has appeared as a soloist and chamber musician in many recitals at venues such as Wigmore Hall and Colston Hall in Bristol. She regularly performs in London and also gives recitals in cities across Japan. Many of her concerts in Japan help those who cannot otherwise attend concerts because of illness. Kiyoka was a Teaching Assistant at the William Bennett International Flute Summer School in 2010, where she performed alongside William Bennett. She also gave a workshop for the Canadian Flute Convention 2015. Kiyoka is a qualified Core Strengthening Instructor, utilising her expertise in this discipline to inform her teaching. She has her private studio of flute students in North West London.