Jiyoung Yoon
Biography
Jiyoung Yoon is a South Korean sound artist and electronic music composer known for her innovative approach to contemporary music. Her work blends distinctive sound design with cutting-edge technology, traversing diverse genres and formats. Since relocating to Germany in 2016, she has expanded her practice across Europe, participating in numerous exhibitions and performances. Her artistic scope bridges electronic live performance, sound installation, and film sound, demonstrating a dynamic and versatile practice. In 2023, following her return to Korea, she joined the SoundLab research team at the Asia Culture Center (ACC), where she produced several works for exhibitions. Her current practice centers on integrating electronically generated sounds with field recordings captured through techniques such as ambisonics and immersive audio. She is also investigating underwater acoustics and other specialized methods of sound capture. Since 2024, she has been engaged in larger-scale projects and research as part of the sound art collective Transients, co-founded with sound artists Yea-bon Jo and Suk-jun Kim. Together, they curate the Sonic Nomads field recording festival, fostering collaboration among sound communities across Korea and Asia. In addition, she established 'Nomad Base,' an immersive audio studio that serves as a vital hub for spatial sound research and education. Through this platform, she is dedicated to expanding the sound art ecosystem by hosting specialized workshops and providing technical resources, empowering fellow artists to explore the creative possibilities of immersive technology and field recording.
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