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Biography


Kim Suyu graduated from the Department of Applied Music at Seoul Institute of the Arts, where he currently serves as a guitar instructor. Winner of the Grand Prize (Instrument Category) at the 5th Kyunghyang Practical Music Competition (2011), he was also selected as a Rising Star by Jazz People magazine in 2021.
As a versatile guitarist, Kim performs across a wide range of genres including jazz, pop, rock, folk, and contemporary music. He is active as both a recording and live session musician. Selected Releases:
2018 – The Power of Bubbles (Stereo Bubble EP) 2019 – What a Little Dragon! (1st Solo Album) 2020 – A Joyful World of Music (Stereo Bubble 1st Album) 2022 – Reminiscence (EP with Han-gyeol Lee) 2025 – The Cheap Little Room of an Old Acoustic Guitar (Solo EP) Bands:
Nalda Picnic on Busy Day Session Work:
Performed and recorded with many of Korea's leading artists, including Han Young-ae, Choi Baek-ho, Jo Min-kyu, Horan, and Jeon Je-deok.
 
Festivals & Performances:
Performed at major international and Korean festivals, including:
Jarasum Jazz Festival Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival Yeowoorak Festival London Jazz Festival Media:
Appeared on numerous national television and radio programs, further establishing his reputation as one of Korea's most versatile contemporary guitarists.
 

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