Kun-Woo Paik - Piano Recital Screening
Kicking off our performing arts screenings for 2024, the KCCUK is thrilled to present a captivating piano recital by maestro Kun-Woo Paik.
The recital was recorded at the Seoul Arts Center (SAC) in 2015, where Paik delivered a refreshing interpretation of the works by the Russian composers Scriabin and Rachmaninoff. The recital marked the 100th anniversary of Scriabin's death. Renowned for his unique artistry, Paik has enthralled audiences worldwide.
Event Details
- Date: 28 May 2024, 6:30pm
- Venue: Korean Cultural Centre
- Admission Free - RSVP Required.
Programme
A. Scriabin 24 Preludes
S. Rachmaninoff Piano Sonata No. 1
Kun-Woo Paik
Kun-Woo Paik was born in Seoul. He gave his first concert, aged 10, with the Korean National Orchestra, playing Grieg's Piano Concerto. In the following years he performed many important works in Korea, including several local premieres such as Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition. Later he studied in New York (Juilliard School), London, and in Italy with Rosina Lhévinne, Ilona Kabos, Guido Agosti and Wilhelm Kempff. Kun Woo Paik is also a laureate of the Naumburg and Busoni International Piano Competitions.
