Our first episode of Season Two of CKA's Korean American Perspectives podcast series features Alpin Hong, an Internationally Renowned Concert Pianist and Music Education Advocate.  Alpin Hong isn’t your typical classically-trained piano virtuoso. He is a larger-than-life figure with a captivating personality and spellbinding music performances. Rooted in extensive classical training and a background in extreme sports, martial arts, and video games, Mr. Hong is a creative force unmatched in his vitality and charisma.  From being a rollerblading ex-pre-med student to playing Superstar Etude with his feet to his personal connection to Rhapsody Blue, Alpin reminds us of the importance of music education and embracing failure in order to appreciate happiness and success.