Theo Othime Langlois de Swarte (left) and Justin Taylor (SAC)
In November, the Seoul Arts Middle and Bucheon Arts Middle are set to stage the much-anticipated debuts of abroad artists.
The Seoul Arts Middle, the nation’s main cultural advanced, will current the “2024 SAC Baroque Music Collection: Theo Othime Langlois de Swarte & Justin Taylor Duo Live performance” on Nov. 16, on the IBK Chamber Corridor. This efficiency marks the extremely anticipated Korean debut of two rising stars within the Baroque music world: violinist Theo Othime Langlois de Swarte and harpsichordist Justin Taylor.
Identified for his or her recent and revolutionary strategy to Baroque music, the duo has already bought out the occasion. Following the live performance, a meet-and-greet autograph session shall be held within the foyer.
Theo Othime Langlois de Swarte, a multifaceted musician, excels not solely as a violin soloist but additionally as a chamber musician and conductor, often showcasing his skills on each Baroque and trendy devices. Becoming a member of him is Justin Taylor, a harpsichord and fortepiano virtuoso who rose to prominence after profitable the 2015 Bruges Musica Antiqua competitors.
Collectively, the pair co-founded the French Baroque ensemble Le Consort, releasing acclaimed albums like “Specchio Veneziano,” “Opus 1,” and “Royal Handel.”
Canadian violinist and violist James Ehnes (Bucheon Arts Middle)
The Bucheon Arts Middle, opened in Could final 12 months, is ready to supply the long-awaited Korean debut recital by celebrated violinist James Ehnes. A revered soloist for practically three a long time, Ehnes will carry out a Beethoven-focused recital on Nov. 12, providing Violin Sonata No. 1, No. 5 (Spring), and No. 9 (Kreutzer).
Ehnes, who has described Beethoven as his most revered composer, goals to share Beethoven’s genius along with his Korean viewers. His recital will function the historic “Ex-Marsick” Stradivarius violin — an instrument practically 300 years outdated that he has performed for 25 years — accompanied by longtime collaborator, pianist Orion Weiss.
