Hyelim Kim is a composer, Korean daegeum flutist, and ethnomusicology researcher, dedicated to connecting cultures through music. She holds a PhD from SOAS, University of London. Hyelim has collaborated with renowned international orchestras such as the Orchestre de Paris and the Orchestre National de Montpellier, and has participated in prominent festivals including the London Jazz Festival and the K-Music Festival.

In 2023, she was awarded the prestigious Paul Hamlyn Foundation Award for her artistic contribution, recognising her impactful work in connecting cultures through music.