2016.2.11 MUSIC Ticket
Seoul Arts Center, Concert Hall
Feb. 20: Violist Richard Yongjae O’Neill is starting a new year with a solo concert titled “My Way.” In the first part of his concert, the violist will show off his new repertoire consisting of Dmitri Shostakovich’s masterpiece “Viola Sonata, Op. 147.” In the second part, O’Neill will collaborate with the newest generation of classical musicians.
The concert starts at 8 p.m.
Tickets range from 30,000 won to 100,000 won.
Nambu Bus Terminal Station, line No. 3, exit 5.
MIKA
Jamsil Indoor Stadium
Friday: Mika, a popular British singer-songwriter, is continuing his six-year performing streak in Korea.
The international star debuted in 2007 with the album “Life in Cartoon Motion,” which sold over seven million copies worldwide. He has now sold over 10 million records and has also designed clothing and accessories. His latest album, “No Place in Heaven,” came out last June.
The artist will perform for Korean fans not only in Seoul but also in Busan on Feb. 11 and Daegu on Feb. 14. The show in Daegu will be at EXCO, and the Busan concert will be at the Bexco Auditorium.
The Seoul concert starts at 8 p.m.
Tickets range from 88,000 won ($73) to 132,000 won.
Jamsil Station, line No. 2 or 8, exit 6.
JEFF BERNAT
Blue Square, Samsung Card Hall
Friday and Saturday: U.S.-based R&B musician Jeff Bernat will be visiting Korea to present some of his hits and new songs from his third album. The singer-songwriter has a strong fan base in Korea with songs like “Call You Mine” and “If You Wonder.”
The concert starts at 8 p.m. on Friday and 7 p.m. on Saturday.
Tickets range from 99,000 won to 121,000 won.
Hangangjin Station, line No. 6, exit 3.
BROWN EYED SOUL
Olympic Park, Gymnastics Arena
Saturday and Sunday: Brown Eyed Soul, a four-member Korean R&B group deemed as one of the best vocalists in the country, are planning a concert titled “Soul 4 Real.” The group has laid low since their 10th-anniversary show in 2013. However, they have now prepared a grand world tour timed with their upcoming album release and the Lunar New Year holiday.
The concert starts at 6 p.m. on Saturday and 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Tickets range from 88,000 won to 132,000 won.
Olympic Park Station, line No. 5, exit 3.
2016 INSOONI LUCKY DAY CONCERT
Sejong Center for the Performing Arts
Feb. 16 and 17: Insooni is a famous Korean singer known for her powerful voice and ability to captivate the audience. This concert will have a story line just like a musical, and she will showcase a dance performance as well.
The concert starts at 8 p.m. both days.
Tickets range from 66,000 won to 154,000 won.
Gwanghwamun Station, line No. 5, exit 8.
MARK PADMORE & TILL FELLNER
Seongnam Arts Center
Feb. 21 and 23: Singer Mark Padmore will open the show on Feb. 21 accompanied by pianist Till Fellner, who will perform his own recital two days later.
For Mark Padmore, the beloved British tenor, this will be his third performance in Korea. His recital this time will include “Im Hollengebirge,” composed by Hans Zender.
Till Fellner, a pianist known for performing baroque and romantic music, will be playing in Korea for the first time. He is well known for being associated with the German record label ECM.
The concert starts at 5 p.m. on Sunday and 8 p.m. on Tuesday.
Tickets range from 30,000 won to 70,000 won.
Imae Station, Bundang line, exit 1.
SON YEOL-EUM
Seoul Arts Center, Concert Hall
Feb. 27: Pianist Son Yeol-eum is holding her first recital in three years, titled “Modern Times.” Her first recital in 2013 received accolades from both critics and audience members for presenting a bright and brilliant program. For the upcoming concert, Son said she will perform pieces from the early 20th century, such as Ravel’s “Le Tombeau de Couperin” and “La Valse,” as well as Stravinsky’s “Petrushka.”
The concert starts at 8 p.m.
Tickets range from 30,000 won to 80,000 won.
Nambu Bus Terminal Station, line No. 3, exit 5.
ANNA NETREBKO & YUSIF EYVAZOV
IN CONCERT
Seoul Arts Center, Concert Hall
March 12: Anna Netrebko is holding her first concert in Korea along with her fiance, tenor Yusif Eyvazov. It is a special chance to hear the couple singing together. Netrebko is one of the most famous sopranos in the world. Since her debut in 2002, she has appeared in many operas and has become renowned for her pure and distinctive voice.
The concert starts at 8 p.m.
Tickets range from 70,000 won to 350,000 won.
Nambu Bus Terminal Station, line No. 3, exit 5.
with the Korea JoongAng Daily
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