Lotte Concert Hall Jan. 3-10, 2024
Polish pianist Krystian Zimerman, acclaimed as one of the finest musicians of his generation, will return to Korea at the beginning of 2024 following a string of sold-out performances in 2022. Having learned piano from age 5 under his father’s tutelage, he won the IX International Chopin Piano Competition in 1975 as the youngest competitor at the age of 18. Zimerman was ranked 11th best pianist in history by the BBC magazine in 2019. The upcoming program includes performances of Chopin’s “Nocturne” and Debussy’s “Estampes.”
Tickets cost from 72,000 won to 180,000 won. Call (02) 541-2512 for more information.
Jo Su-mi New Year’s Special Concert
Aram Nuri Arts Center
Jan. 13, 2024
The Goyang Cultural Foundation in Gyeonggi Province marks its 20th anniversary with a New Year’s Concert featuring internationally acclaimed soprano Jo Su-mi. Known for her illustrious 37-yearlong career, Jo, who was designated UNESCO Artist for Peace in 2003, will appear onstage to perform opera pieces from “La Fille du Regiment” and “Das Land des Lachelns,” as well as original, romantic Korean melodies.
Tickets cost from 110,000 to 130,000 won. Call 1577-7766 for more information.
Hans Zimmer Film Music Concert with La Poem
Lotte Concert Hall
Jan. 13-14, 2024
German-born composer and music producer Hans Zimmer is renowned for his scores featured in a series of popular blockbuster films, including “Interstellar,” “Inception,” “Gladiator” and “Dune.” At the beginning of the new year, his iconic music will be performed at Lotte Concert Hall by the vocal group La Poem and WE Philharmonic Orchestra.
Tickets cost from 56,000 to 140,000 won. Call (070) 4190-1289 for more information.
Sungsikyung KSPO Dome Until Dec. 31
Veteran singer-songwriter Sung Si-kyung will host a year-end concert at KSPO Dome. Since his debut in 2001, he has dazzled his fans with iconic ballad tracks such as “Two People,” “On the Street” and “Every Moment of You.” Beyond his music, he has gained popularity with multiple show appearances and “mukbang.”
Tickets cost from 121,000 won to 154,000 won. Call (02) 567-2027 for more information.
2023 Lee Seung-yoon Concert Bluesquare Mastercard Hall Until Dec. 31
Singer-songwriter Lee Seungyoon first appeared onstage in 2011 at the MBC College Music Festival where he advanced to the finals. But it wasn’t until a decade later in 2021 when he became the winner of the popular JTBC audition show, “Sing Again,” with his unique vocals that he made his name known to the public. This year, he nabbed the K Global Best Rock Award at the K Global Heart Dream Awards. Lee will mesmerize his fans with his year-end concert at Bluesquare Mastercard Hall.
Tickets cost from 121,000 to 132,000 won. Call 1544-1555 for more information.
2024 Kim Jae-joong Special J-Party Fan Concert: I’m Twenty Bluesquare Mastercard Hall
Jan. 20-21, 2024
Singer and actor Kim Jae-joong, formerly a member of the K-pop boy band TVXQ and JYJ, has been active as a solo artist since 2013, releasing albums like “No. X” and “Born Gene.” Fans can look forward to his
KSPO Dome Jan. 27-28, 2024
Formed in 2010, Korean indie band 10CM was originally a duo of Kwon Jung-yeol and Yoon Cheol-jong before Kwon became the single face of the group. The singer-songwriter has produced a string of hits in the last decade, such as “But It’s Destiny,” “My Eyes” and “Drawer,” which have been featured as soundtracks for popular romantic dramas. Kwon will greet his fans in January with the upcoming concert, “9+1,” at KSPO Dome.
Tickets cost from 132,000 to 154,000 won. Call 1544-1555 for more information.
Musinsa Garage Jan. 27, 2024
Kino, former member of the 9-member K-pop boy band Pentagon,