Jung Young-ae is a Korean-born jazz vocalist, composer, and educator.

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She is known for her unique vocal style that blends jazz with traditional Korean elements, creating a distinctive cross-cultural sound.

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Young-ae studied professional music at Berklee College of Music in Boston, where she trained in jazz vocals under Professor Lisa Thorson. She majored in vocal performance and composition at Dongduk Women’s University (B.M.), earned a master’s degree in vocal performance at its graduate school, and completed the coursework for the Ph.D. program in Performing Arts Management at Sangmyung University (ABD).

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She also studied privately with legendary American jazz vocalist Sheila Jordan, learning the authentic jazz vocal tradition firsthand from one of the most respected figures in the genre.

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As a recording artist, Jung has released four full-length albums:
The Man I Love (2013),
Because I Love You (2016),
Songs for Father (2019), and
Arirang Cantata (2022).

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Her work demonstrates an ability to interpret jazz standards, compose original music, and integrate Korean musical sensibilities into modern jazz. Her music is characterized by emotional depth, lyrical storytelling, and a refined sense of restraint and clarity in vocal expression.

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Jung continues her active career as the leader of Jung Young-ae Jazz Republic, developing new projects that explore artistic dialogue between jazz and traditional Korean music.