[KCC On Stage] Wald Ensemble 19.06.2025 (Thu) 20:00 @ Korean Cultural Center *Free entrance / Reservation required   Reservations will be open at May 27th, 2:00 PM via the link KCC On Stage 2025: Discover 10 Korean Performing Arts at the KCC! In German, “Wald” means “forest”. Just as various trees come together to form a lush forest, the Wald Ensemble brings together musicians actively performing in European orchestras to present classical music with both depth and a contemporary touch. Founded in 2015, the Wald Ensemble has continued to engage with audiences on stages at home and abroad. Notably, in 2021, they made a successful European debut with a concert celebrating the 120th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and Belgium. Experience the moving performances of the Wald Ensemble at the Korean Cultural Center, where they continue to create music that resonates and connects—anytime, anywhere. Violin Yeorae Kim (2nd concertmaster of the Deutsche Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz) Dongchan Shin (Member of the 1st violins of the Bamberger Symphoniker) Viola Sejune Kim (1st solo violist of the NDR Radiophilharmonie) Kyunghwan Choi (Representative of the Wald Foundation) Cello Jeehye Bae (Deputy Solo Cello of the Gürzenich-Orchester Köln) Yura Park (Member of the Brandenburgischen Staatsorchesters Frankfurt) [Programme] - P. Tchaikovsky, Souvenir de Florence, Op.70 - A. Schönberg, Verklärte Nacht, Op.4

Festival Musiq’3 - Youn Sun Nah & Yeol Eum Son  This summer, the Musiq’3 Festival returns with a new edition themed Be Curious, impulsively driving audiences to discover, learn, and explore! Two remarkable Korean female artists will open and close the festival, where innovation meets tradition to create an unforgettable musical journey. Opening Concert <Youn Sun Nah, Bojan Z>  Date & Time: 26/06/2025 (Thr), 8 PM Venue: Studio 4, Flagey  Info: https://www.festivalmusiq3.be/fr/concerts/2025/bruxelles/bxl-2025-2  The festival opens with the ethereal voice of jazz vocalist Youn Sun Nah, joined by acclaimed French pianist Bojan Z. Showcasing the artistry that earned her Gold certification in both France and Germany, along with numerous international accolades, Youn Sun Nah promises a mesmerising start to the festival. © Seung Yull Nah  Closing Concert <Yeol Eum Son, Brussels Philharmonic, Lio Kuokman> Date & Time: 29/06/2025 (Sun), 8 PM Venue: Studio 4, Flagey  Info: https://www.festivalmusiq3.be/fr/concerts/2025/bruxelles/bxl-2025-19  Virtuoso pianist Yeol Eum Son will bring the festival to a thrilling close, performing Ravel’s Piano Concerto for the Left Hand—a technically demanding masterpiece—with the Brussels Philharmonic, conducted by Lio Kuokman. A powerful finale to four days of musical exploration. © Marco Borggreve

Queen Elisabeth Competition 2025 - Piano 05.05ㅡ11.06.2025  @ Flagey & Bozar The Queen Elisabeth Competition is one of the world's most prestigious classical music competitions. Proudly partnered with the competition since 2015, the Korean Cultural Center celebrates the talent and dedication of 13 Korean pianists who have qualified for the first round this year. Join us in anticipation of their remarkable performances, alongside the inspiring performances of all young contestants. The 13 Korean candidates of the Queen Elisabeth Competition 2025 ⓒKorean Cultural Center to Belgium & the EU >>> More about the Competition  The 3 Korean semi-finalists of the Queen Elisabeth Competition 2025 The 3 Korean semi-finalists of the Queen Elisabeth Competition 2025 ⓒKorean Cultural Center to Belgium & the EU Song Hyeon Kim, Jinhyung Park and Changyong Shin have achieved a remarkable milestone by reaching the semi-finals of the Queen Elisabeth Competition. Each of them brought their own unique musical personality and profound interpretation to the stage, capturing the attention of both the international audience and the jury. We extend our warmest congratulations to all three semi-finalists and look forward to their continued outstanding performances in the competition.

[KCC On Stage] Pianist Sunwook Kim 20.05.2025 (Tue) 20:00 @ Korean Cultural Center *Free entrance / Reservation required   Reservations will be open at April 29th, 2:00 PM via the link. KCC On Stage 2025: Discover 10 Korean Performing Arts at the KCC! “His technique and the extensive range of his tone colours allow him to grasp every single nuance in the score with poise and natural ease.”- The Guardian The globally acclaimed pianist Sunwook Kim is coming to the Korean Cultural Center’s stage!   Sunwook Kim came to international recognition when he won the prestigious Leeds International Piano Competition in 2006, aged just 18, becoming the competition’s youngest and first Asian winner for 40 years. Since then, he has established a reputation as one of the finest pianists of his generation, appearing as a concerto soloist with some of the world’s most renowned orchestras, including the Berliner Philharmoniker, London Symphony Orchestra, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Staatskapelle Dresden, and Chicago Symphony Orchestra. In recent years, He has further broadened his musicality as a conductor, most notably directing from the piano during the Chamber Orchestra of Europe international tour, which began from La Salle Philharmonique de Liège last March. Sunwook Kim, piano [Programme] Joseph Haydn, Piano Sonata in E♭ Major, Hob.XVI:49 Robert Schumann, Davidsbündlertänze, Op.6 Intermission Franz Schubert, Piano Sonata in B♭ Major, D.960

KUNSTENFESTIVALDESARTS 2025 - Jaha Koo <Haribo Kimchi> 21-25.05.2025 @Le Rideau Tickets & More Info: https://kfda.be/en/festivals/2025-edition/programme-2025/haribo-kimchi/  ©Bea Borgers The surprising flavour of seaweed soup, the sharp sound of a knife slicing cucumber, the hiss and sizzle of mushrooms on a scorching fire. With Haribo Kimchi, we find ourselves in a pojangmacha, a typical late-night snack bar seen on the streets of South Korea. There, we meet three characters—a snail, a gummy bear, and an eel—who take us on a culinary journey, exploring food as a shelter for those estranged from their roots. In a series of intimate and absurd anecdotes, they recount the evolution of kimchi culture, the bitter pain of unadulterated racism, the shame of desperate attempts to blend in with the crowd, and the indescribable umami taste of home. Following the success of his Hamartia Trilogy (2021), which delved into the far-reaching imperialism in East Asia, South Korean theatre maker and composer Jaha Koo returns to Kunstenfestivaldesarts. His patented hybrid style combines music, video, and robotic performers to craft a reflection on cultural assimilation with all its conflicts and paradoxes. In a gripping performance that plays with all the senses, he serves up personal stories marinated in sweet-and-sour melancholy.