Pianist Lim Yunchan to perform with Seoul Philharmonic early next year Pianist Lim Yunchan will perform with the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra (SPO) in early January as the orchestra's first performance since the inauguration of its new music director, Jaap van Zweden, the orchestra said Wednesday.Nov 15, 2023
Pianist Cho Seong-jin to perform with Berlin Philharmonic this week in Seoul Cho Seong-jin will perform on Sunday in Seoul with the Berlin Philharmonic, his third collaboration with the orchestra, the pianist said Friday.Nov 10, 2023
INTERVIEW Pozalabs CEO dreams of world where anyone can compose music with AI In the wedding industry, music often serves as an emotional backdrop, setting the tone for couples as they embark on a new chapter. Yet, the challenge of finding the perfect song remains difficult. For those well-acquainted with the wedding scene in Korea, Bruno Mars' "Marry You" is all too familiar.Oct 31, 2023By Pyo Kyung-min
Czech Philharmonic brings Bohemia to Seoul with all-Dvorak concert The Czech Philharmonic, a leading orchestra from Central Europe, is set to enchant Seoul audiences with an all-Antonin Dvorak concert at the Seoul Arts Center on Oct. 24.Oct 16, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
INTERVIEW Rothy's slow yet adventurous musical journey as solo artist Growing up with the music of Girls’ Generation and 2NE1, singer Rothy’s childhood dream was to become a member of a K-pop girl group. When she was young, she never imagined she would debut as a solo artist, as she was too shy to perform alone on stage. She loved singing, but she was so lacking in self-confidence that she often hid under a blanket when practicing.Oct 13, 2023By Dong Sun-hwa
Cho Seong-jin celebrates 140-year ties between Korea, UK Pianist Cho Seong-jin stands to takes a bow after playing Shostakovich’s piano concerto with the Philharmonia Orchestra, conducted by Santtu-Matias Rouvali, at the Southbank Centre in London, Sept. 24. It was the second time for the 2015 Chopin Piano Competition winner to play with the renowned British orchestra this year. Courtesy of Korean Cultural Centre U.K.Sep 25, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
Hebrew University students travel to Korea to explore musical landscape Sixteen students from Hebrew University's Korean studies program embarked on a journey in late August to build a cultural bridge between the two countries while experiencing the sounds of Korea ― from the pulsating beats of K-pop to the unique sounds of the country's traditional music ― emboldened by a passion for cultural understanding and innovation.Sep 22, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
INTERVIEW Pianist Hyung-ki Joo credits immigrant parents for breaking musical boundaries HONG KONG ― Korean-British pianist Hyung-ki Joo ― also known as one half of the zany comedy musical duo Igudesman & Joo with Russian-German violinist Aleksey Igudesman ― credits his immigrant parents for his openness to all kinds of music.Sep 18, 2023By Kwak Yeon-soo
Jongmyo Jeryeak ceremonial music heads to Hungary, Poland The National Gugak Center will present Jongmyo Jeryeak at the Erkel Theatre in Budapest, Hungary, Sept. 21 and the Warsaw Philharmonic Hall in Warsaw, Poland, Sept. 25. Courtesy of NGCBy Kwon Mee-yooFor the first time, Jongmyo Jeryeak, a traditional form of Korean court music that has a history spanning over six centuries, is set to be showcased in Hungary and Poland later this month.The National Gugak Center will introduce this ritualistic music for Jongmyo, the royal shrine of the 1392-1910 Joseon Kingdom, to audiences in Central Europe at the Erkel Theatre in Budapest, Hungary, Sept. 21 and the Warsaw Philharmonic Hall in Warsaw, Poland, Sept. 25.Both events will feature a full-length performance of Jongmyo Jeryeak, accompanied with special lectures, costume demonstrations and exhibitions.This trip marks a new cultural outreach to Eastern Europe. While the ritual music has previously been performed in West European countries such as France and Germany, these upcoming performances will be the first of their kind in Central Europe. The performances aim to establish a cultural bridgeSep 16, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
'Blue House Concert' Drones spell out "Blue House Concert" above the heliport of the former presidential compound Cheong Wa Dae, Saturday, during the first segment of the 2023 Blue House Concert series hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. Courtesy of National Symphony OrchestraPianist Sunwoo Yekwon, the first Korean to win the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in 2017, plays the piano during the Blue House Concert held at the heliport of Cheong Wa Dae, Saturday. Over 3,000 citizens attended the concert on Saturday and Sunday, enjoying classical music, traditional Korean music and K-pop. Courtesy of National Symphony OrchestraSep 11, 2023By Kwon Mee-yoo
