Kim Cheol-woong

Kim Cheol-woong (1974–) is a North Korean pianist who defected to South Korea.

Quotes

 * When I was in Moscow many people made severe criticisms about North Korea but you feel a more patriotic man when you're abroad. I thought, 'Whatever they say, I will not be concerned, I will do my best, be loyal, and serve my country with my musical ability. I began to realise I would have to sacrifice many things to live as a pianist in North Korea, and I felt disillusioned
 * Interrogated for playing the wrong tune (8 July 2015)