Haram Kim is an accomplished South Korean violinist and composer who is currently pursuing his Master of Music Arts at the renowned Yale School of Music under the esteemed guidance of Professor Augustin Hadelich. Prior to his studies at YSM, Haram earned his Bachelor of Music degree from Curtis Institute of Music in 2022 and Master of Music degree from Juilliard School with Professor Catherine Cho in 2024.

 

Haram's musical journey began under the mentorship of Professor Hae Yup Yang in Korea, where he demonstrated talent from an early age. His prowess on the violin led him to win top prizes in national competitions in Korea and perform with prestigious orchestras such as the Seongnam Philharmonic Orchestra and the Suwon Philharmonic Orchestra.

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In 2011, Haram was granted admission to the Curtis Institute of Music, where he was awarded merit-based full tuition scholarships as the Tobe Amsterdam Annual Fellow. Under the guidance of renowned instructors including Ida Kavafian, Shmuel Ashkenasi, and Aaron Rosand, Haram further refined his craft and solidified his place among the musical elite.

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Throughout his academic journey, Haram's talent has been recognized on the global stage. He was honored as a laureate of the Premio Paganini in 2023, achieved third prize at the Harbin International Competition in 2019, and emerged as a semi-finalist in the prestigious Indianapolis International Violin Competition in 2022. Additionally, he has participated in  renowned international competitions such as ARD Munich, Isang Yun TIMF, George Enescu, and Joseph Joachim Hannover. In addition to his competition successes, Haram has also participated in esteemed summer festivals, including Music from Angel Fire in 2018 in New Mexico. 

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