The winner of the percussion category final was
Hyun-gi Lee
Her programme
Miki: Marimba Spiritual
Campbell: Garage Drummer
Burritt: Caritas for Marimba, 3rd Mov: Majestic
Chopin arr Lee: Etude Op. 10, No.4
Accompanists: Hristo Duchev & Christine Burke (Percussion); Jeff Howard (Piano)
Hyun-gi from Seoul, Republic of Korea, discovered percussion when she was nine and started playing at the age of 11. Being the daughter of a piano teacher, she also played piano from an early age and still enjoys it. Hyun-gi came to the UK when she was 12 and is currently doing her GCSEs. In her free time she enjoys exercising and baking.
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Congratulations to Hyun-gi and many, many thanks to all the contestants
who gave us a spectacular display of musicianship, commitment and sheer enjoyment.
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I’m totally surprised that ‘Hyun-gi Lee’ was not chosen to be one of the three remaining finalists. This young woman shines more than a star!!!
Welcome trillion9. I too loved her performances and I am sure there are many who share your opinion!