Yiruma is the stage name of Lee Ru-ma (born February 15, 1978), who is considered to be the world's greatest South Korea pianist and composer. The name "Yiruma" translates into accomplishment in Korean.
Yiruma leads the modern piano movement through his expressive and introspective songs. Although he is only 32 years old, Yiruma is internationally known for creating colorful crescendos which uplift all spirits. He frequently performs at sold-out concerts in Asia and is also kno...
Read more (280 words more)Yiruma is the stage name of Lee Ru-ma (born February 15, 1978), who is considered to be the world's greatest South Korea pianist and composer. The name "Yiruma" translates into accomplishment in Korean.
Yiruma leads the modern piano movement through his expressive and introspective songs. Although he is only 32 years old, Yiruma is internationally known for creating colorful crescendos which uplift all spirits. He frequently performs at sold-out concerts in Asia and is also known in Europe and North America. His Alma Mater King's College in England helped him gain European popularity and recognition. Several of his most popular songs include, "River Flows in You", "Kiss the Rain", and "Maybe". His most popular album is "First Love", which was released in 2001. Yiruma was born in South Korea and moved to England when he was five years old in order to pursue piano. He possessed dual citizenship of South Korea and England until 2006. In 2006, he gave up his UK citizenship and served in the Navy of South Korea.
* 2001 Love Scene
Yiruma began his career as a pianist/composer immediately after graduation from King’s college. His first album, Love Scene , was released by DECCA records in 2001. This album has a very light and loving sound, touching the ears with delicate notes.
* 2001 First Love
His second album reflects this artist’s ability to capture the power of love, through song. One of his songs on this early album, has been especially welcomed by the music world. The song "River Flows in You", is his top selling song on his #1 best selling album.
* 2003 From the Yellow Room
Yiruma's 3rd album includes one of his most popular songs "Kiss the Rain". This album is very sincere.
* 2005 Poemusic
This album is Yiruma's 4th studio album, Yiruma expands his musical artistry to include various other instruments.
* 2006 H.I.S. Monologue
Being his 5th album, Yiruma has matured in his musical abilities and presentation. This creates a mature and elegant album.
* 2008 P.N.O.N.I
Purity and minimalism and key characteristics of his most recent album. Close
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