SOMI KIM
As a freelance musician, there are many perks to my job. I feel very lucky that my work enables me to travel the world while playing the piano — two things I adore. Having been based in London for the past six years, I've been fortunate enough to perform and explore many beautiful and interesting parts of Europe. My work trips are usually short, around two to four days, and are planned around the concert I am giving.
Performing immediately after arriving in a new country can be quite daunting at first, but after years of travelling, I feel comfortable with fitting in quality time to explore during my business-trip travels.
Music has taken me to many different parts of the world. I have performed in France, Italy, Austria, Germany, Slovenia, Poland, Armenia, Slovakia, Norway and all throughout the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. I have been on some incredible holidays too, my favourite place being Hydra, a gorgeous Greek Island with no motor vehicles, just donkeys. Through my series of short trips, I've experienced wonderful glimpses into different cultures through art, music and food. Luckily, language has never been an issue for me — as musicians we are fortunate to be able to communicate with all people and cultures through the universal language of music.
If you are planning a short condensed trip while also juggling work, I have a few tips that might be useful during your travels:
