Around Town : Classical Concert

Yuhki Kuramoto’s May Romance

Seoul Arts Center

May 20

Ever since his first performance in Korea at the Seoul Arts Center in 1999, Yuhki Kuramoto has been at the center of Korea’s New Age boom. He is back with his third album, ``Romance Collection,’’ performing some of his best-known pieces. Tickets cost 30,000 won to 80,000 won. Visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 580-1234. Located near exits 3 and 4 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.

601st Concert by KBS Symphony Orchestra

April 27

German pianist Peter Roesel will perform Piano Concerto in D major (Op.13) by English musical genius Benjamin Britten. Conductor Kwak Sung will wield the baton for the concert. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 40,000 won. Visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 580-1234. Located near exits 3 and 4 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.

Radio France Philharmonic Orchestra 30th Anniversary World Tour

May 2

As part of their World tour, the orchestra will visit Korea and perform Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5 in G Major (Op. 58) and Berlioz’s Symphony Fantastique. Maestro Chung Myung-whun will lead the orchestra. Tickets cost from 40,000 won to 150,000 won. Visit www.sac.or.kr or call (02) 580-1234. Located near exits 3 and 4 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.

Ensemble Homage’s Stylish Classics

Hoam Art Hall

May 22

As part of the Seoul City Festival, the Ensemble Homage will perform well-known music from composers Ennio Morricone and George Gershwin, and musicians such as Paul McCartney, John Lennon and many more. Tickets cost 30,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call (02) 751-9997~9. Located near exit 9 of Seoul City Hall Station on subway line 1 and 2.

St. Lawrence String Quartet

Kumho Art Hall

Known for their experimental and diverse repertoires, the quartet will showcase the powerful harmony of string instruments. Tickets cost 30,000 won. Visit www.kumhoarthall.com or call (02) 6303-1919. Located near exit 7 of Kwanghwamun Station on subway line 5.

Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra

Concert

April 29

New York Philharmonic Orchestra Associate Conductor Zhang Xian will conduct the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra in a concert featuring Chinese guitarist Yang Xuefei. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.seoulphil.co.kr or call (02) 3700-6300. Located near exits 3 and 4 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.

Stars on Classic

May 6

Musicians such as New Age pianist Yuhki Kuramoto, violinist Kim Cheeyun and musical stars Kim Sun-kyung and Um Ki-joon will be gracing the stage. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 70,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call (02) 580-1234. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.

Alexander Melnikov Piano Recital

April 28

Known as the heir of Russian pianism, Melnikov will present his unique interpretation of Prokofiev. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 70,000 won. Visit www.musicalpark.com or call 1588-7890. Located near exits 4 and 5 of Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.

Ohagi Yasuji’s Guitar Recital

Part of the “Hoam Rising Stars Series,’’ Japanese classic guitarist Ohagi Yasuji has been invited to perform in Korea. Tickets are from 20,000 won to 40,000 won. Visit www.clubbalcony.com or call (02) 751-9997/8. Located near exit 9 of Seoul City Hall Station on subway lines 1 and 2.

Lim Dong-min’s Piano Recital

Chungmu Art Hall

Lim Dong-min has proved his worth over the past few years since winning the 2005 Chopin piano competition. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.cmah.or.kr or call (02) 2230-6624/5. Located near exit 9 of Sindang Station on subway line 6.

Bach’s Solo Instrumental Works by Yang Go-un

Ceramic Palace Hall (Nam Seoul Grace Church)

May 1

Violinist Yang Go-un delivers the best of Bach’s solo works. Tickets cost 20,000 won. Visit www.cphall.org or call (02) 3411-4668. Located near Ilwon Station on subway line 3.

30th Anniversary Concert

Through May 2

Violinist Lee Sung-ju will hold a concert to celebrate the 30th anniversary of her New York debut. The concert will also be held in Taejon, Kimhae and Taegu. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 50,000 won. Visit www.stageone.co.kr or call (02) 780-5054.

Yoon Chol-hee Piano Solo Concert

Songnam Arts Center

Recognized by critics and music lovers throughout Europe, talented pianist Yoon Chol-hee returns with works by Chopin. Tickets cost from 20,000 won to 40,000 won. Visit www.snart.or.kr or call (031) 783-8000. Located near Imae Station on the Pundang subway line.

Spring in My Heart

May 1- 6

The six-day-long spring classic festival will feature various musicians to celebrate spring. Tickets cost from 10,000 won to 100,000 won. Visit www.cmah.or.kr or call (02) 2230-6624/5. Located near Sindang Station on subway line number 6.

Rinaldo

Seoul Arts Center (Opera Hall)

May 12-17

An opera of immense magnitude brought on by the world’s best stage producer Pier Luigi Pizzi, “Rinaldo” finally hits the stage in Korea. A classic tale of rescue, chivalry, and fantasy during the Crusades, the hero Rinaldo is sure not to disappoint. Tickets cost from 30,000 won to 330,000 won. Visit www.kopera.co.kr/rinaldo or call (02) 580-1234. Located near exits 3 and 4 of the Nambu Bus Terminal Station on subway line 3.