On 21 and 22 June this year, virtuoso pianist Chi Ho Han will once again grace the stage of Musica del Cuore to present a solo recital and masterclass for his long-awaited fans in Hong Kong.
About Chi Ho Han
Born in South Korea and currently based in Germany, Korean pianist Chi Ho Han is a unique interpreter of a wide range of piano repertoire. He excels in both traditional classical works and contemporary compositions, and has won numerous awards in international piano competitions. In 2009 at the age of 17, he became the first Korean to win a prize at the Beethoven Competition in Vienna. In recent years has gained recognition from the renowned composer György Kurtág, performing dedicated concert of Kurtág’s works and other classics under the composer’s supervision in Hungary. He has also performed a wide range of concertos from Classical and Romantic standards to contemporary commissions at the Seoul Arts Center Concert Hall. His versatility in interpreting different musical genres is evident. In August this year, at the age of 32, Han is appointed associate professor at the Jacobs School of Music, Indiana University, USA, becoming the youngest faculty in the school’s history.
Han’s exploration of music and the world mirrors the experiences of the protagonist in the French classic “The Little Prince” (Le Petit Prince). Like the Little Prince, he has encountered various people and situations, such as the aviator, the rose and the fox, to create a unique “traveler’s diary”. From a music-loving and pure-hearted boy, he has become a versatile professional musician. This year marks the 80th anniversary of “The Little Prince”, from which Han gained inspiration for his recital program in Hong Kong. He has chosen pieces based on the scenes and characters of the book, hoping to convey the deeper meaning through the stage of the Musica del Cuore concert.
“Musica del Cuore” concert series
The Musica del Cuore concert series, a music project under Champion REIT, has been hosting free classical music concerts at its landmark property Three Garden Road since 2015. The series is dedicated to nurturing the potential and talent of young musicians.