A very appealing programme for this month’s House Concert: Zedéll Piano Trio Tuesday 22 October 2019, 7pm @ KCCUK Admission free | Reserve a seat Kevin Suherman (Piano), Inês da Costa Bastos (Violin), Ye Jin Choi (Cello) Programme Shostakovich Piano Trio No. 1 in C minor, Op. 8 Haydn Piano Trio No. 39 in G … [Read More]
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Ilhwa Kim: Seed System, at HOFA Gallery
Late notice of an exhibition by a Korean artist working with hanji: Ilhwa Kim: Seed System 22 September – 6 October 2019 The House of Fine Art – HOFA Gallery | Unit 30 | Royal Opera Arcade | 5b Pall Mall | London SW1Y 4UY | thehouseoffineart.com Contemporary Korean artist Ilhwa Kim will be returning … [Read More]
BTS: A Global Interdisciplinary Conference Project at Kingston University
Media & Communications & Music at Kingston University present: BTS (방탄소년단): A Global Interdisciplinary Conference Project Dates: Saturday 4 January – Sunday 5 January 2020 Venue: John Galsworthy Building | Penrhyn Road campus | Penrhyn Road | Kingston upon Thames | Surrey KT1 2EE Price: to be confirmed Booking and full conference programme is now … [Read More]
Jiyeong Mun plays the Wigmore Hall
The second of two concerts by Korean performers at the Wigmore this Sunday: Jiyeong Mun piano Sunday 27 October 2019 7:30pm The Keyboard Charitable Trust Prizewinners’ Concert Series Tickets £15 – £30 | Book tickets This concert will be approximately 2 hours in duration, including an interval Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827): Piano Sonata No. 31 … [Read More]
Esmé Quartet play the Wigmore Hall
The first of two concerts by Korean performers this Sunday: Esmé Quartet Sunday 27 October 2019 11:30am Wigmore Hall | 36 Wigmore Street | London W1U 2BP Tickets £16 | £14 | Book tickets Wigmore Hall International String Quartet Competition Winner’s Concert This concert will be approximately 1 hour in duration, without an interval Wolfgang … [Read More]
VAV play the Islington Academy
VAV return to London in November. They’re celebrating their EP, THRILLA KILLA and single, GIVE ME MORE, and promise to give the VAMPZ a show they’ll never forget. Tickets go on sale on 30 September (or 28 Sept for O2 Priority members). Sunday, 24 November 2019, 19:50 O2 Academy Islington | Angel Central | 16 … [Read More]
October literature night: Kim Hye-soon – Autobiography of Death
The Korean Literature Night (KLN) is a monthly discussion group that explores various themes and topics relating to that month’s chosen book. Kim Hye-soon: Autobiography of Death Wednesday 23 October 2019, 7-9pm @ Korean Cultural Centre UK Apply to [email protected] or call 020 7004 2600 with your name and contact details by Monday 30th September … [Read More]
Ceramic Exhibition: Onggi Hangari, at Project Ability, Glasgow
A meaningful exhibition by an adoptee: Onggi Hangari 3 October – 16 November 2019 Project Ability | 103 Trongate | Glasgow G1 5HD | www.project-ability.co.uk Reception 3 October, 6 – 8pm | Tea ceremony 4 October, 1 – 2pm Gallery hours Tuesday-Saturday 10am – 5pm Korean Style Pottery by Korean Overseas Adoptee Yoonet (Christina Soo … [Read More]
Tate talk: The Networks of Nam June Paik
A talk to go with the Tate’s big Nam June Paik exhibition: The Networks of Nam June Paik Tuesday 29 October 2019, 18.30–20.00 Starr Cinema | Tate Modern | Bankside | London SE1 9TG Tickets £12 | £8 | Book tickets Hear a panel discussion exploring the influence of Nam June Paik The life and … [Read More]
Music as a Gateway to Other Cultures: Learning about a Different Culture through music
By Hyun Ji Oh I have always been interested in learning about different parts of the world. Many people believe that learning a wide range of languages is one of the best ways to open one’s mind and explore new cultures. However, music also represents a great way to explore many vibrant and fascinating cultures. … [Read More]
Kim Kang Yong: A Colourful Brick Story, at Han Collection
A new exhibition opens this Thursday at Han Collection: Kim Kang Yong: A Colourful Brick Story Han Collection | 33 Museum Street | London WC1A 1LH 26 September – 24 October 2019 | Details on Eventbrite Registration required for opening night: Thursday 26 September 2019, 18:00 – 20:00 | Register here Han Collection Gallery wishes … [Read More]
Korean designers at Goldsmiths Fair 2019
Three Korean jewellers / silversmiths / designers appear in this year’s Goldsmiths Fair; Yeena Yoon in week 1 and Misun Won and Kyosun Jung in week 2: Goldsmiths Fair Week 1: 24 – 29 September 2019 Week 2: 1 – 6 October 2019 Goldsmiths Hall | Foster Lane | London EC2V 6BN | www.goldsmithsfair.co.uk Yeena … [Read More]
Concert review: BTS Love Yourself, Speak Yourself at Wembley Stadium
Wembley Stadium had been host to many musical acts over the years, including the 1988 Live Aid concert. 31 years later and the stands and pitch are filled with fans of sensational boy group BTS, who are quite literally conquering the world. So it is no surprise that both of their dates at Wembley sold … [Read More]
Korean cookery event at Westminster Kingsway college
This one is likely to be popular. Book early to avoid disappointment. Korean K-Cuisine Event Saturday 19 October 2019, 10am – 1pm Westminster Kingsway College | Victoria Centre | Vincent Square | London SW1P 2PD Tickets £50 | Book tickets Are you aged 16+ and interested in all things Korean? With K-Pop speading across the … [Read More]
Pansori workshop at SOAS with the Korea Pansori Preservation Association
The Korea Pansori Preservation Association are in town for their K-music concert on 6 October, and they’re taking advantage of their trip to run a workshop at SOAS the day before: P’ansori workshop Saturday 5 October 2019, 2pm – 5pm Main Building, Room G52 | SOAS | 10 Thornhaugh St | Bloomsbury | London WC1H … [Read More]
Meekyoung Shin: Weather, at Barakat Gallery
A new solo show by Meekyoung Shin: Meekyoung Shin: Weather 3 October – 22 November 2019 Monday – Saturday 10am – 6pm or by appointment Opening Reception: 3 October, 6 – 9 pm Barakat Gallery | 58 Brook St | Mayfair | London W1K 5DT “In a world in which everything is subject to the … [Read More]