BIOGRAPHY

Dong-In Danny Choi (b. 1998) is a versatile young composer and performer based in Vancouver. His style reflects a mix of lush Romantic-inspired language, film techniques, contemporary music, and influences from various other genres that is both accessible and original with a focus on harmony and melody. He has collaborated with various professional ensembles including the Standing Wave, Erato, Nu:BC Ensembles, the Vancouver and Victoria Symphony Orchestras, and the UBC Symphonic Wind Ensemble and Symphony Orchestra. He is also the winner of the 2019 Howard Cable Memorial Prize in Composition. 

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Largely self-taught in composition, orchestration, and various instruments (piano/keys, clarinet, guitar, drums, saxophone, and cello) starting at age 10, he is fluent in many different genres. His flexibility in classical, choral, jazz, rock, funk, pop, and contemporary church music genres allows him a wide array and pallet in his work.

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Danny also remains as a performer with the UBC Symphonic Wind Ensemble and University Singers, staying connected to the spirit of performance. He also serves as music director and accompanist at Lynn Valley Korean Methodist Church. 

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Danny's ultimate goal as a composer is to connect emotionally with his audiences in various genres including through mediums such as film scores.