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Sakari Oramo and the BBC Orchestra to grace the stage at BCH

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On March 24, the BBC Symphony Orchestra, one of the UK’s finest ensembles, will present a captivating evening for audiences at the Busan Concert Hall. Under the baton of Chief Conductor Sakari Oramo, the performance also features Korea’s internationally acclaimed pianist Yeol Eum Son, renowned for her refined artistry and bold musical expression. 

Following its inaugural performance in Busan, the orchestra will embark on a nationwide tour through March 28, visiting Seoul, Daejeon, and Seongnam.

Founded in 1930, the BBC Symphony Orchestra serves as the backbone of the UK’s classical music scene. It is the resident ensemble of the BBC Proms, the world’s largest classical music festival, which features over 90 concerts across eight weeks. By consistently performing at the festival’s most prestigious stages, including the opening and closing nights, the orchestra has built a solid reputation. 

In addition, this tour is attracting significant attention because of Finnish maestro Sakari Oramo. Oramo has significantly broadened the orchestra's musical horizons during his tenure as chief conductor. He is noted for his artistically balanced programming, which masterfully integrates hidden gems by lesser-known composers with the timeless masterpieces of the classical canon.

Further raising expectations among classical music enthusiasts, the stage will be shared with Yeol Eum Son, one of Korea’s most celebrated pianists. With nearly three decades of professional experience, she is recognized worldwide for her versatility across solo, concerto and chamber music. She first garnered international acclaim at the 2009 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, placing second and winning the Best Chamber Music Performance award, followed by a silver medal at the 2011 International Tchaikovsky Competition.

※ Sakari Oramo & BBC Symphony Orchestra with Yeol Eum Son, March 24 at 7:30 p.m.

 Busan Concert Hall: 250 Dongpyeong-ro, Busanjin-gu

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