Gala Concert Celebrating 125 Years of Korea-Belgium Friendship

22 Apr. 2026 (Wed) 19:30 @ Bozar, Hall M

Free admission / Reservation required

Reservations will open at 12:00 PM on Thursday, 9 April via Bozar. 

125th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations: A Musical Journey of Friendship

The Korean Cultural Center is pleased to present a special Gala Concert to celebrate the 125th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and Belgium, symbolizing the deep friendship and artistic exchange between the two nations. Held at Bozar, the heart of Belgian arts and culture, this performance will be a meaningful occasion to commemorate over a century of strong cultural bonds.

The concert features seven leading artists from both countries, including principal players and members of the world-renowned La Monnaie Symphony Orchestra and Chorus. Their collaboration will serve as a musical bridge, connecting tradition and modernity, as well as Korea and Belgium, to deliver a deeply moving experience to the audience.

The program harmoniously encompasses the rich musical heritage of both nations. Along with masterpieces by Belgian greats, the repertoire includes a special arrangement of 'Arirang'—Korea's most beloved folk melody—composed specifically for this anniversary to sing of the 125-year-long friendship.

This concert stands as a musical tribute to the enduring bonds between Korea and Belgium, weaving together a century of shared history and cultural partnership.

Yaeram Park, Flute (Principal Flute, La Monnaie Symphony Orchestra)

Noémi Tiercet, Violin (Principal Second Violin, La Monnaie Symphony Orchestra)

Clément Holvoet, Viola (Professor of Chamber Music, Royal Conservatory of Mons - Arts2)

Yong-Jun Lee, Cello (Appointed Principal Cello, La Monnaie Symphony Orchestra)

Pablo Matías Becerra, Piano (Soloist and Conductor of the Ensemble Vocal La Clé des Chants)

Yesol Kim, Soprano (Soprani 1, La Monnaie Chorus)

Geoffrey Degives, Tenor (Tenori 1, La Monnaie Chorus)

[Program]

W. A. Mozart, Flute Quartet in D major, K. 285  

V. Monti, Czardas  

C. Franck, Sonata in A major (Arr. for Flute and Piano) – II. Allegro & IV. Allegretto poco mosso

Young Min Choi, "Arirang"  

D. F. E. Auber, "Du pauvre seul ami fidèle" from La Muette de Portici  

Geung-Soo Rim, "Spring Approaches from across the River"  

J. Jongen, Concert à cinq, Op. 71 – I. Décidé