Album Reviews
The Melodies from East Asia, Navona records.
“Both delicate and confident, delivering nuanced interpretations while maintaining a consistent artistic voice“
Interlude.hk, Full article available by Interlude.hk.: here
“Shaping the character of the pioneering album with consistent logic…shine when thoughtfully interpreted, offering audiences a fresh, engaging, and heartfelt musical experience.”
“그런데 피아니스트 서혜지가 개척자의 길을 걷고 있는 걸 알게 된 이 한 장의 음반으로…. 현대곡임에도 불구하고 전통적인 가락과 현대적 감각이 어우러져 관객에게 매우 친숙하게 다가오며 …마음이 따뜻해지는 경험을 관객에게 선사하는 한국 창작곡이 분명 존재함에도 안 치면 무용지물이요. 그런 작품이 있는지조차 알 수가 없다. 구슬이 서말이라도 꿰어야 보배가 아니겠는가?”
“Hyeji Seo’s piano playing demonstrates a profound, immersive understanding of each work, transcending time and space. Eastern sensibilities flow through her hands, meeting Western traditions. Her articulation is precise, her legato smooth, and her sound blends coherently with the music. Seo’s virtuosity draws out the character of each composition, revealing its identity while shaping the album’s overall coherence with consistent logic.”
“서혜지의 피아노는 시공간을 넘어 작품에 대한 풍부한 이해로 깊게 밀착되어 있다. 동양적 정서가 서혜지의 손끝을 타고 사방으로 퍼져나가 서양과 만났다. 아티큘레이션은 정밀했고 레가토는 부드러웠다. 사운드는 조리정연하게 작품들과 어울렸다. 서혜지의 비르투오시티는 각 작품 자체에서 능변(能辯)을 끌어내는 수준에 도달해 작품의 정체성을 끄집어내면서 일관된 논리로 음반의 성격을 규정하였다.“
-iReview.kr , 월간리뷰 ‘이한장의 음반’ Full article available: Here
Performance Reviews
“An excellent performance, demonstrating fine musical ideas, solid technical security, and fine instruction“
–Saint-Saëns piano concerto in g minor WIU competition
“Very effective in displaying musical intent throughout…..Full of technical brilliance, emotional commitment, variety of color.“
Recital review, Western Illinois University
“A very stunning, musical performance full of passion, energy, sincerity.”
Recital review, Michigan State University
Students’ Reviews
Instructive support: “Dr. Seo is absolutely fantastic, she’s super helpful and knowledgeable in her field. She’s great at teaching, and gives lots of helpful tips in the harder areas on the piano”
Clarity of expectation: “It was clear what our expectations were for each performance”
Communication: “Dr. Seo is very sweet and knows what she is talking about.. She was a great resource for anyone that was struggling”
Learning expectation: “It was clear that she wanted us all to succeed….She is not expecting perfection, but she expected meaningful practice”
Timing of Feedback: “We are able to get feedback right away on exams as well as during class practice times, which is really helpful.”
Inclusive environment: “We all worked together to help each other improve in the class, and if all contributed the same amount, it helped a lot”
Students’ growth: “I love Hyeji! I found throughout the course of this class that I was absorbing piano skills like a sponge. I feel a lot more confident about my piano playing after this class, and I had super fun time learning it!”
Hyeji Seo - Pianist 