Dr. Dobin Park
Piano, Voice Coaching
Age 7 and up/Beginner to Advanced
Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance – University of Cincinnati, College-Conservatory of Music
Master of Music in Piano Performance – Seoul National University, Korea Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance – Seoul National University, Korea
Teaching Philosophy
My teaching philosophy is to help students move beyond mechanical execution and into expressive, heartfelt performance. I guide them to see the piano not merely as an instrument, but as a voice for storytelling and personal expression. I emphasize the importance of phrasing, dynamics, and singing through the fingers, encouraging a lyrical and musical approach. By integrating my background in singing and conducting, I foster a deeper understanding of musical nuance, ensemble awareness, and emotional communication.
I strive to inspire students to connect emotionally with their music, understand its cultural and historical context, and express their authentic selves through their playing. Ultimately, my mission is to cultivate not just technically proficient pianists, but passionate, expressive musicians who engage with music with love and sincerity.
Biography
Dr. Dobin Park is a pianist from Seoul, South Korea. Raised in a musically nurturing environment, he quickly emerged as one of Korea’s leading young pianists, earning top prizes at competitions including the Korea Music Journal Competition and Sejong Music Competition. He holds Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Piano Performance from Seoul National University.
Dr. Park continued his studies at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), earning his Doctor of Musical Arts degree with a full scholarship. At CCM, he performed in over 100 recitals as a soloist, chamber musician, and collaborator. He also won First Prize in the CCM Piano Concerto Competition and performed Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 1 with the CCM Concert Orchestra.
A dedicated educator, Dr. Park taught over 35 students weekly in his Cincinnati private
studio and served as Adjunct Piano Faculty and Staff Pianist at Northern Kentucky University. He was also Associate Music Director at St. John’s United Church of Christ and a tenor with the Grammy-nominated Vocal Arts Ensemble.
Now based in San Antonio, Dr. Park continues to be active as a performer, teacher, and collaborative artist, dedicated to inspiring a new generation of musicians through both artistry and education.
Prokofiev – Piano Sonata No. 7 in B♭ Major, Op. 83
Brahms – Piano Quartet No. 1 in G minor, Op. 25
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Widmung From Myrthen By R. Schumann
Chopin – Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minor, Op. 11