Yiruma: The Composer Behind 'River Flows in You'
Yiruma is a South Korean pianist and composer renowned for his emotive neoclassical and contemporary classical solo piano music.
Born in Seoul, South Korea, Yiruma began playing piano at age 5. He moved to London at 11, studying at The Purcell School and later graduating from King's College London. His debut album 'Love Scene' (2001) launched a prolific career. His piece 'River Flows in You' became a global phenomenon, widely used in media and achieving massive streaming success. He holds dual citizenship (South Korea and UK).
- Yiruma started composing music at the remarkably young age of 7.
- He studied at the prestigious Purcell School for Young Musicians and King's College London, University of London, graduating with a Composition degree.
- He holds dual citizenship in South Korea and the United Kingdom.
- His piece 'River Flows in You' has garnered billions of streams globally and is frequently used in films, TV shows, weddings, and social media content.
- Despite his immense popularity, particularly online, Yiruma maintains a relatively low-key public profile focused on his music.
