이우희 (Woohee Lee)
Daegeum Performer |대금연주자 (Daegeumist -K traditional flute)
| Musician |
Director, PURĚ Korean Traditional Art Music Performance and Academy Australia
Woohee Lee is an accomplished Daegeum performer and the Director of PURĚ Korean Traditional Art Music Performance and Academy Australia. A former member of the Korean Military Traditional Music Group, he has extensive experience performing Korean traditional music on an international stage. As a founding member of PURĚ, Woohee is dedicated to preserving and promoting Korean traditional music in Australia, engaging audiences through his captivating performances that blend Korean instruments with global musical influences.
Key Experience
Director: PURĚ Korean Traditional Art Music Performance and Academy Australia
Director and founding member of PURĚ, an organisation focused on preserving and promoting Korean traditional music through performances and collaborations.
Active performer, engaging in concerts and cultural events to share Korean musical traditions with local and international audiences.
Former Member: Korean Military Traditional Music Group (군악대)
Performed as part of the prestigious Korean Military Traditional Music Group, contributing to the preservation and performance of Korean military music traditions.
Performances at Major Festivals and Events
Woodford Folk Festival, Queensland – Performance at Australia’s renowned folk festival.
Sydney Opera House NYE 2002 Fireworks Main Stage – Featured performer at the iconic New Year’s Eve event.
Canberra Folk Festival, ACT – Performance showcasing Korean traditional music.
National Day Reception of the Republic of Korea, 2024 – Special performance at a cultural event celebrating Korea’s National Day.
Moon Festival Brisbane, 2024 – Performance at this cultural celebration of Korean traditions.
Discover Korea at Sydney Opera House, 2024 – Performed as part of a major event promoting Korean cultural heritage.
Guest Performer
Korean Traditional Percussion Groups, Sydney & Brisbane (2024) – Collaborated with Korean percussion groups, bringing Daegeum expertise to the performances.
