Derek Han

Derek Bing Han (June 17, 1957 – April 8, 2021) was an American pianist, arts administrator, and financier. A musically precocious child, his pianistic career began at the age of 10 with his public debut at a concert of the Columbus Symphony Orchestra. After his graduation from the Juilliard School in 1975, he embarked on a successful career as soloist and chamber partner. In 1986, he was one of the co-founders of La Musica di Asolo festival in Sarasota, Florida. He later moved to that city and remained there for the rest of his life. In his later years, Han became a successful businessman who was active in Europe and China.