Joo Lee (Music ’01)

Music Faculty

Joo Lee (Music ’01)

Music Faculty Cello

Joo Lee is an LA-based cellist who loves to balance music and life. She performs with many ensembles in Los Angeles such as Delirium Musicum, and in various orchestras including the San Bernardino Symphony, Santa Barbara Symphony, and LA Opera. Joo has been involved in recordings for TV shows and movies including Family Guy, American Dad, the Star Trek series, Onward, and The Call of the Wild.

Teaching has been her passion for over 25 years, and she has been invited to give masterclasses and cello coaching, as well as to judge for numerous competitions in Southern California. In her free time, Joo enjoys visiting national parks, hiking, and running. She received honors at Juilliard School Prep., a BM from the New England Conservatory, and an MM from the University of Southern California. A proud alumna of both the Summer Program and the Academy at Idyllwild Arts, Joo values the foundation it gave her as a young artist. Joo currently lives in South Pasadena with her family.