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A Unique Figure in North America’s Organ Music Scene, Ken Cowan, to Hold a Pipe Organ Recital

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Classic Busan announced that on Saturday, October 11, at 5 p.m., a recital by organist Ken Cowan, regarded as a distinctive presence in the North American organ music scene, will be held on the stage of Busan Concert Hall.

This performance, taking place on the first weekend following the Chuseok holiday, is expected to provide a cultural rest and relaxation for audiences, families, and friends seeking to extend the holiday spirit.

Ken Cowan is an internationally acclaimed performer known for his precise technique, profound musical interpretation, and imaginative programming.
He has captivated audiences around the world with performances in major concert halls and churches across North America and Europe, revealing both the grandeur and the delicacy of the organ through his distinctive artistry.

At his Busan performance, Cowan will present a diverse repertoire that spans eras and styles — from Bach’s classical masterpieces to monumental works by Widor and Wagner, as well as compositions by contemporary composers.
The program will include Prelude and Fugue in E minor by Bach, Symphony No. 5 by Widor, and Organ Sonata in G major by Elgar, offering audiences the magnificent narrative of Romantic organ music.
It will also feature Saint-Saëns’ Danse Macabre and the overture to Wagner’s opera Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg in organ transcription.
In addition, experimental works from the field of modern organ music will be performed, allowing the audience to experience the very essence of pipe organ artistry.

The performance will make full use of the Busan Concert Hall pipe organ, crafted by the historic German organ manufacturer Freiberger Orgelbau, which features 4,423 pipes and 64 stops.
Its wide tonal palette and dramatic dynamics are expected to be among the highlights of the concert.

More detailed information and ticket reservations are available on the official Classic Busan website (classicbusan.busan.go.kr).

Park Min-jung, CEO of Classic Busan, stated,
“Ken Cowan is an exceptional performer who represents the North American organ music community.
This concert, held right after the Chuseok holiday, will offer a precious opportunity for families to share the lingering sentiment of autumn together through the beautiful resonance of the organ.”