Welcome to "Midnight Monologues," an evocative collection of seven miniature improvisatory piano pieces where the piano becomes a storyteller of the night. In the late hours of 2011 and 2012, after long days of work, I found myself drawn to the piano, my creative soul mate, longing for a conversation with my emotions at that moment. I poured my innermost thoughts and expressions into spontaneous piano improvisations. These moments were brief yet deeply personal, a way to express emotions too complex for words. It captured raw honesty and vulnerability through the music and became my journal - written with my fingers on the keys, and recorded with the voice memo app on my phone. For over a decade, these recordings remained a secret treasure, a private reflection of moments long past. Yet, as time passed and life evolved, I recently rediscovered them with fresh ears and a newfound desire to share their essence. It was as though I stumbled upon a time capsule, a glimpse into my former self, where the echoes of past emotions resonated through each note. "Midnight Monologues" is more than just a collection of musical pieces; it's a journey through time, a meeting of past and present selves. As an artist shaped by years of growth and experience, I've revisited these intimate moments, infusing them with new life and perspective. Join me on this journey through the quiet hours of the night, where every note carries a story and every melody whispers a secret. "Midnight Monologues" is a reflection of the past, a celebration of the present, and a reminder that some stories are best told through music. – Yoojung Kim