Korean soprano Chea Kang is recognized for her distinctive voice and innovative artistry, consistently bringing creativity and originality to her performances. She has appeared at San Francisco Opera, where she debuted as “Sister Catherine” in Dialogues of the Carmelites (2022), covered “Papagena” in The Magic Flute (2024), and joined the Merola Program as a young artist in the summer of 2025. She is the second prize winner of the 2024 Handel Aria Competition and a semifinalist in the 2024 Concert Artists Guild Competition.

Chea has further developed her artistry through prestigious young artist programs, including Schwab Vocal Rising Stars at Caramoor (2025) and the Georg Solti Accademia (2023), working under the guidance of world-renowned artists and mentors. She has also performed internationally as a soloist in Lee Mingwei’s Sonic Blossom exhibition, engaging audiences in museums and unconventional venues through intimate, immersive performances.

She earned her Bachelor’s degree from The Juilliard School and went on to complete a Master’s degree and an Artist Diploma at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, training under the mentorship of César Ulloa.

Looking ahead, Chea will perform the role of “Belle” in Philip Glass’s La Belle et la Bête with Opera Parallèle in 2026, following her company debut as “Henrietta Wong” in Harvey Milk Reimagined (2025).