“What a delightful lesson this book is! A caring and empathetic teacher, Jeeyoon teaches us how to nurture curiosity, seek our inner child, and embrace a more balanced approach to pursuing our dreams.”

—Karen Thickstun, NCTM, Piano Pedagogy faculty member at Butler University

“Like the succinct distillation of human emotion she creates in her powerful piano performances, Jeeyoon shares with us in these pages her personal ‘tool kit for life.’ With these simple yet profound techniques, practices, and intentions, we are gently guided and encouraged to be open to new potential and possibilities within ourselves and taught how to bring them into reality to live the life we long for. A beautifully articulated, rare glimpse into the inner mind of a consummate musician and human being . . .”

—Susan Kitterman, Founder and Artistic Director Emeritus of the New World Youth Orchestra

“Part inspiration, part practical guide, Jeeyoon Kim serves up nuggets of wisdom—whether you’re truly stuck or just seeking a nudge. Open up to any page the next time you need a pep talk.”

—Karen Zorn, President of Longy School of Music

“In the rarified world of classical music, talent is never enough. With Whenever You’re Ready, classical pianist Jeeyoon Kim reveals the secrets of success in five life-changing movements. Charming, insightful, inspiring, and practical, this is a must-read for anyone with dreams.”

—Tim Wilson, Executive Director of Western Arts Alliance

“I wish I had had this book at the beginning of my musical career, and I am fortunate to have it now. Jeeyoon has given us an inspirational set of tools at our fingertips. I would recommend this book to any aspiring performer and established professional.”

—John Stubbs, Conductor and Music Director of California Ballet Company

“What a gem! This book is a gracious invitation to fully engage with what it means to compose our life in an intentional and thoughtful way. As accessible and eloquent as Jeeyoon’s presence on stage, the pages are full of practical wisdom that inspire the reader to deeper reflection on their own performance. Each chapter closes with a gentle summons to try something new and in doing so, emerge fully onto the stage of our life when we are ready.”

—Julianne Miranda, ACC, Certified Life Coach and Bereavement Specialist

“Whenever You’re Ready is the perfect resource guide for anyone who wants to improve upon their long-term professional or personal goals. It weaves together practical, easy-to-follow principles for success, recommendations to improve personal habits, and suggestions to find that ever-so-difficult balance within. For musicians and non-musicians alike, Jeeyoon’s well-thought-out musical structure and beautifully crafted narrative give you the lift you need to improve your mindset and perhaps appreciate some beautiful music in the process.”

—Tommy Phillips, President and Artistic Director of the Philharmonic Society of Orange County

“Jeeyoon combines her contagious passion for music and joy for life into a thought-provoking guidebook for a more productive and satisfying existence. Pianos are welcome, but definitely not required.”

—Pedja Muzijevic, pianist, artistic administrator at Baryshnikov Arts Center, and artistic advisor to Tippet Rise Art Center

“Jeeyoon’s brilliant artistry is only matched by her unique ability to reach the audience, manage her own career, and constantly reinvent herself as a true artist in the 21st century.”

—Jim Fung, Founder of Captivate Artists, presenter, and promoter

“What this book reveals is a very courageous lady who chose not to follow but to create her own path. And in so doing Jeeyoon became an inspiration for thousands who have a dream. She made that first impossible step and set an example for others to follow. The book is the triumph of a dream realized.”

—Allen T. Brown, author of Dancing Through Life

“Jeeyoon Kim is an extraordinarily talented pianist whose musicianship combines brilliant technical skills, deeply personal expressivity, and a communicative approach to concertizing that has captured the hearts and minds of audiences wherever she performs. In Whenever You’re Ready, Ms. Kim offers a practical guide to creating a successful career. Distilled from principles that she formulated while developing her own career, she presents a step-by-step methodology for achieving a lifestyle directed to succeed in any walk of life. The combination of life-enriching daily routines, both physical and mental, and supplemental exercises are designed to create an orderly life that should enrich anyone’s personal as well as artistic goals. Written with a deep, abiding love of music, this book avoids intellectualizing while providing a user-friendly way of developing routines that, if diligently applied, can enhance career goals as well as structure the fulfillment of other life goals.”

—Lewis M. Smoley, president of Classical Podcasts

“Inspiring yet practical! Jeeyoon provides a tool kit that demystifies the creativity within us and welcomes us to keep trying to find our own path in life.”

—Eunbi Kim, pianist and co-founder of bespoken

“What enlightening and delightful storytelling by an award-winning performing artist! Jeeyoon finally reveals secrets to her life success as a pianist and educator. Reading her book was a truly life-changing, magical experience, just like attending one of her breathtaking piano concerts for the first time.”

—Kyunghee Clara Hayashigawa, educator and pianist

“A captivating journey into the heart and soul of a concert pianist. She also has the heart of a teacher and presents to the reader, based on personal experience, highly effective tools to succeed in real-life circumstances, both personally and professionally, and does so with candor, kindness, and thoughtfulness. I highly recommend this wonderfully written book to my family, friends, colleagues, and students.”

—John Corban, Independent piano teacher based in Oregon

“What a pleasure to read. It feels like sitting at a coffee shop with Jeeyoon and discussing life and music for hours. Jeeyoon effortlessly convinces and motivates us to use good habits and hard work to achieve amazing results. She shows us not only what is possible, but how to have endless fun on the way.”

—Igor Pandurski, violinist from San Diego Symphony