The 18th Emirates International Peace Music Festival is set to be a cultural extravaganza, featuring a blend of Korean music and dance. This year, the festival will showcase performances by the Emirates Youth Symphony Orchestra and the debut of a young Korean violin prodigy, Seol Yoeun, in the UAE.
Key Takeaways
- The festival will feature performances by the Emirates Youth Symphony Orchestra.
- Seol Yoeun, a 10-year-old violin prodigy, will make her UAE debut.
- The event is part of the annual Korea Festival organized by the Korean Cultural Center in the UAE.
- A special dance performance by the K-Arts Dance Company will also be held.
A Celebration of Korean Classical Music
While K-pop and K-dramas have taken the world by storm, Korea’s rich history of classical music often goes unnoticed. The 18th Emirates International Peace Music Festival aims to change that by highlighting Korea’s classical music scene. The festival will feature performances by the Emirates Youth Symphony Orchestra, which includes young multinational artists who value cultural diversity.
Spotlight on Seol Yoeun
One of the highlights of the festival is the debut performance of Seol Yoeun, a 10-year-old violin prodigy. Yoeun started violin lessons at the tender age of two and a half and has since performed in various prestigious events. Her repertoire for this festival includes Vivaldi’s Concerto for Violin & String Orchestra in G Minor and Mozart’s Sonata for Violin and Piano in D Major.
Grooving into Korean Dance
In addition to music, the festival will also feature a dance performance titled "Connect with K-Arts Dance" at the University of Sorbonne, Abu Dhabi. The K-Arts Dance Company, composed of students and graduates from the Korea National University of Arts, will perform a mix of Korean modern and contemporary dance, traditional dance, and ballet.
Event Details
- Music Performances:
- Dance Performance:
Both events are free to attend and open to all ages. For more details, visit the Korean Cultural Center’s website.
