Jinhyun Kim is a celebrated cellist from South Korea, renowned for her exceptional artistry and dynamic performances. Currently, she holds the prestigious role of Principal Cellist with the Lansing Symphony Orchestra and serves as the Assistant Principal Cellist with the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra. In addition to her regular positions, Jinhyun is a  substitute musician with both the Detroit Opera and Detroit Symphony Orchestra, showcasing her versatility and adaptability across diverse musical settings. She also collaborates with the Jackson Symphony and Flint Symphony and is a core member of ConTempus Initiative, a prominent new music ensemble based in mid-Michigan.

Beyond her performance career, Jinhyun is deeply committed to music education. She serves as an Adjunct Professor of Cello at Albion College, Oakland University and Spring Arbor University, and is also a dedicated cello faculty member at the Flint School of Performing Arts. Jinhyun holds certification from the Suzuki Association of the Americas as a registered Suzuki teacher and is a member of the American String Teachers Association. Her extensive experience includes serving on audition and competition panels for both student and professional orchestras, where she offers valuable insights to nurture emerging talent.

Jinhyun's musical journey began at the age of eight, laying the foundation for a remarkable career. She earned her Bachelor of Music degree at Ewha Womans University in South Korea, where she took her initial steps in the world of music. Her quest for excellence led her to Michigan State University, where she achieved both her Masters of Music and Doctor of Musical Arts degrees. During her time at MSU, she contributed as a graduate teaching assistant, all while earning recognition through esteemed awards and grants. 

Jinhyun’s recent performance highlights include a celebrated solo appearance with the Livingston Symphony Orchestra, where she performed as a concerto soloist to great acclaim. Her talent has graced renowned stages and garnered acclaim. She marked her musical journey with a debut concert at Kumho Art Hall in Seoul, Korea in 2011. Notably, she had the privilege of participating in a master class with celebrated cellist Yo-Yo Ma at the Fairchild Theater at MSU in November 2013. Her musical prowess was further showcased when she triumphed in the Michigan State University honors competition, leading to a stellar performance as a concerto soloist with the MSU Symphony Orchestra at the Wharton Center in March 2014. This performance was even broadcasted multiple times on 90.5 WKAR (Public Media from Michigan State University). 

Jinhyun's musical journey has also taken her to the iconic Carnegie Hall in New York, where she performed twice, for the American Protégé International Piano and Strings Competition 2016 Winners Recital and for the first prize winner concert of the 2019 Golden Classical Music Awards.

A remarkable chapter in Jinhyun's career unfolded at the National Orchestral Institute Festival 2016 at the University of Maryland. There, she had the privilege of collaborating with distinguished conductors such as James Ross, Teddy Abrams, and Osmo Vänskä. Her contributions to the National Orchestral Institute Philharmonic's recordings, including Thompson: Symphony No.2, were celebrated by Naxos Records.

Jinhyun's artistry extends beyond traditional orchestral settings. She has been a pivotal figure as the Principal Cellist with Detroit Chamber Winds and Strings, contributing to a performance of Richard Einhorn’s “Voices of Light” at the Detroit Institute of Arts in March 2018. Furthermore, she showcased her soloist abilities as a cellist in the Michigan Opera Theatre's fall 2020 production, "Twilight: Gods." Her performance garnered rave reviews in prominent publications, including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Opera News, and The New Yorker.

Jinhyun Kim's dedication to her craft and her significant contributions to the world of classical music are a testament to her unwavering commitment and exceptional talent. Her continued journey promises to be a source of inspiration to musicians and music enthusiasts alike.