Hometown:
South Pasadena, CA
Education:
San Francisco Conservatory of Music, Bachelor of Music, 2025
Bio:
Elisa Jeon is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Music Performance at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. She is studying with Professor Chen Zhao, Section Violinist of the San Francisco Symphony.
What inspired you to become a musician?
Performing Strauss’ Der Rosenkavelier Suite for the first time in high school.
Name three of your favorite composers:
Mahler, Strauss, Debussy, and Brahms
What is an interesting fact about you and/or your instrument?
I played the clarinet at one point…
When taking a break from music-making, what is your favorite thing to do?
Go on a long walk through somewhere beautiful while sipping on a coffee.
Why did you choose the NRO?
The repertoire, location, and its extensive performance opportunities.