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Haebon Hwang

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I am a dedicated musician and composer specializing in organ performance, composition, and sacred music with a Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of Southern California.

About

I am a dedicated musician and composer specializing in organ performance, composition, and sacred music with a Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of Southern California. Over the years, I have accrued extensive experience working as an organist, music director, and educator, collaborating with orchestras, choirs, and churches across the United States and internationally. My work blends traditional sacred music with contemporary influences, aimed at enriching worship experiences and concert performances.

I have a passion for teaching and sharing my craft, currently serving as an adjunct professor and actively involved in the music ministries of large congregations. My work also spans to film scoring and recording projects, showcasing my versatility and dedication to the musical arts. I strive to bring a dynamic and engaging approach to music performance, education, and composition in every role I undertake.

  • 11 years' experience
  • Joined August 2025

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • KoreanAdvanced

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Travel & Hospitality

Work experience· 7 roles

Adjunct Professor in Organ · Lewis & Clark CollegeJan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 11 mos

Teach undergraduate organ lessons, curate guest artists for the music department's “Celebrity Organ Series,” and oversee organ maintenance on campus.

Director of Music Ministries & Organist · First United Methodist Church, San Diego, CADec 2024 – Aug 2025 · 9 mos

Oversaw and coordinated music activities for worship services, supervised music department personnel, performed as organist and pianist in services and special events, and maintained instruments.

Lecturer of Composition & Theory · San Diego State UniversityDec 2024 – Aug 2025 · 9 mos

Taught undergraduate orchestration and counterpoint courses and served as composition instructor for undergraduate music majors.

Associate Director & Organist · First United Methodist Church, San Diego, CADec 2020 – Aug 2025 · 4 yrs 9 mos
Organist · Westwood United Methodist ChurchDec 2018 – Aug 2025 · 6 yrs 9 mos
Chapel Organist/Staff Accompanist · Pilgrim School, Los Angeles, CADec 2014 – Aug 2025 · 10 yrs 9 mos
Assistant Organist / Interim Principal Organist / Organ Scholar · First Congregational Church of Los AngelesDec 2014 – Aug 2025 · 10 yrs 9 mos

Education

Doctor of Musical Arts · University of Southern California, Thornton School of Music2014 – 2019
Graduate Certificate in Organ Performance · University of Southern California, Thornton School of Music2012 – 2014
Master of Arts in Music Composition · New York University2006 – 2008
Bachelor of Music in Composition · Korea National University of Arts2001 – 2004

Certifications and awards

Fellow, American Guild of Organists (FAGO)2011 – 2025
Associate, American Guild of Organists (AAGO)2010 – 2025

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