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Fri, March 24, 2023 | 06:15

Vienna Philharmonic likely to perform in Seoul

Vienna Philharmonic likely to perform in Seoul

The Vienna Philharmonic, one of the world's most prestigious orchestras, could perform in Korea next month, becoming the first foreign orchestra with more than 100 members to hold concerts in Korea since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Park Ji-won | 2021-10-06 20:55

New York Philharmonic marks 'homecoming' after pandemic

New York Philharmonic marks 'homecoming' after pandemic

Following 556 days of pandemic-inflicted cancellations and unconventional concerts, the New York Philharmonic opened its new season Friday, a "homecoming" for musicians limited to live streams, one-off and outdoor shows for more than a year.

2021-09-19 10:20

Nat'l gugak center to focus on original form of traditional music

Nat'l gugak center to focus on original form of traditional music

People's attention to traditional music is likely higher than ever thanks to the popularity of the so-called fusion gugak (Korean traditional music) genre. A video of Leenalchi, an alternative pop band, has already exceeded 15.3 million views on YouTube, and one of a series of promotional videos from the Korea Tourism Organization featuring the band and its music exceeded 47....

Park Ji-won | 2021-09-17 15:11

ABBA scores first UK top 10 single in nearly 40 years

ABBA scores first UK top 10 single in nearly 40 years

ABBA on Friday scored their first top 10 single in the UK for almost 40 years after thrilling fans with the announcement of a new album and a virtual concert.

2021-09-11 11:21

[INTERVIEW] Belgian filmmaker explores why young Koreans are dominating classical music

INTERVIEWBelgian filmmaker explores why young Koreans are dominating classical music

It is no longer a rarity to hear about Koreans sweeping international classical music competitions. Just recently, pianists Park Jae-hong and Kim Do-hyun won the first and second prizes, respectively, at the 63rd Ferruccio Busoni International Piano Competition in Italy, one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the world.

Park Ji-won | 2021-09-10 08:48

Pianist Cho Seong-jin releases Chopin album with intent, feels grateful to meet audiences amid pandemic

Pianist Cho Seong-jin releases Chopin album with intent, feels grateful to meet audiences amid pandemic

Had it not been for the COVID-19 pandemic, pianist Cho Seong-jin, the winner of the 2015 International Chopin Piano Competition, would have been one of the busiest pianists in Korea and the world holding solo recitals and concerts with renowned orchestras.

Park Ji-won | 2021-09-03 16:00

'Zorba the Greek' composer Theodorakis dies aged 96

'Zorba the Greek' composer Theodorakis dies aged 96

Renowned Greek composer Mikis Theodorakis, who scored the 1964 classic film "Zorba the Greek" and was an icon of resistance to the former military junta, died in Athens on Thursday aged 96.

2021-09-03 11:26

ABBA back after 40 years with new album, virtual stage show

ABBA back after 40 years with new album, virtual stage show

ABBA is releasing its first new music in four decades, along with a concert performance that will see the ``Dancing Queen'' quartet going entirely digital.

2021-09-03 10:32

'Secret to my success? I keep working because I'm never satisfied with myself'

'Secret to my success? I keep working because I'm never satisfied with myself'

Baritone Kim Gi-hoon made it into the headlines in June after winning the main award for opera arias at the BBC Cardiff Singer of the World competition. This was the first time for a Korean to win the prize at the international singing competition, which started back in 1983. He said dissatisfaction with his performances helped him to aim high as an artist and pushed him to j...

Park Ji-won | 2021-09-02 09:17

Winners of Queen Elisabeth Piano Competition to hold recitals in Korea

Winners of Queen Elisabeth Piano Competition to hold recitals in Korea

The pianists who won the Queen Elisabeth Competition this year will hold recitals in Korea in September. French pianist Jonathan Fournel won the first prize at the Queen Elisabeth Piano Competition in May, while Japanese pianist Keigo Mukawa won the third prize at the competition.

Park Ji-won | 2021-08-30 14:51

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