“A player of consummate artistry, great tonal finesse and elegance.” Gramophone

A musical odyssey set to take listeners into a world of innocence and fantasy by Korean super-virtuoso Kun Woo Paik, known for his great musicianship and artistic integrity, and acknowledged as one of the most important pianists of his generation.

Gold medalist at the 1969 Busoni International Piano Competition, Paik’s international career took off following his stunning Lincoln Center debut, in which he performed the complete piano works of Maurice Ravel. Famed for his sublime interpretation and irreproachable techniques, Paik champions demanding piano works. His many awards and honours include the Diapason d’Or and Nouvelle Academie du Disque awards.

Equally renowned for his towering virtuosity and the poetry of his musicianship, Paik reprises the complete Ravel cycle, a colourful and extraordinarily challenging programme that is rarely performed. This is a special highlight of the Festival.