Programs
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Oboist Kyeong Ham in SA 2025 Event Period 12.10.2025 - 19.10.2025
Join us for an extraordinary musical journey featuring the acclaimed oboist Kyeong Ham! Kyeong Ham, widely regarded as one of the most talented and engaging oboists of his generation, will make his first visit to South Africa and will be performing with esteemed local musicians at concerts set to be held in Stellenbosch, Pretoria and Johannesburg. We look forward to sharing these exceptional musical experiences with you. About KYEONG HAM Kyeong Ham, principal oboist of the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, is recognized as one of the most gifted oboists of his generation. He has earned top prizes at several prestigious international competitions, including joint winner of the ARD International Music Competition in Munich (2017), the Tchaikovsky Conservatory International Winds and Percussion Competition in Moscow (2010), the Iris Marquardt Prize (2010), and the International Academic Oboe and Bassoon Competition in Łódź (2011). In 2013, he won First Prize at the Muri International Oboe Competition in Switzerland, where he also received the Audience Prize by a wide margin and the Heinz Holliger Special Prize presented by Holliger himself. Stellenbosch | Toyota Woordfees • Date & Time: Sunday, 12 October 2025– 11AM • Venue: Standard Bank Endler Hall • Address: Victoria Street & Neethling Street, Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch Pretoria | KCC Music on Stage • Date & Time: Friday, 17 October 2025 – 5PM • Venue: Korean Cultural Centre • Address: 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria Johannesburg | Gauteng Philharmonic Orchestra • Date & Time: Sunday, 19 October 2025 – 2PM • Venue: SABC M1 Auditorium • Address: Corner Stanley & Henley Road, Auckland Park, Johannesburg ADMISSION Free REGISTRATION https://forms.gle/iiKVjYxnVJqnYZR87 *required For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr
Post Date 14.10.2025 -
KCC Music on Stage – Oboist KYEONG HAM Event Date 17.10.2025
Take a musical break in the heart of Pretoria! Join us for a magical evening of music as internationally acclaimed oboist Kyeong Ham takes the stage at the Korean Cultural Centre. Known for his expressive sound and captivating performances, Ham will share a programme that highlights the warmth and versatility of the oboe, creating an intimate concert experience in the heart of Pretoria. Don't miss this rare chance to enjoy world-class artistry up close! About KYEONG HAM Kyeong Ham, principal oboist of the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, is recognized as one of the most gifted oboists of his generation. He has earned top prizes at several prestigious international competitions, including joint winner of the ARD International Music Competition in Munich (2017), the Tchaikovsky Conservatory International Winds and Percussion Competition in Moscow (2010), the Iris Marquardt Prize (2010), and the International Academic Oboe and Bassoon Competition in Łódź (2011). In 2013, he won First Prize at the Muri International Oboe Competition in Switzerland, where he also received the Audience Prize by a wide margin and the Heinz Holliger Special Prize presented by Holliger himself. DATE Friday, 17 October 2025 TIME 5PM VENUE Korean Cultural Centre SA (📍 Address: 267 Waterkloof Rd, Brooklyn, Pretoria) ADMISSION Free REGISTRATION https://forms.gle/4x6vttahLyu98aLc8 *required For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr
Post Date 14.10.2025 -
KCC Music on Stage – Classical Music Ensemble from Korea 'Beautiful Mind' Event Date 06.10.2025
Take a musical break in the heart of Pretoria! Join us for a delightful evening featuring the talented musicians from 'Beautiful Mind' at the Korean Cultural Centre in Pretoria. About BEAUTIFUL MIND 'Beautiful Mind' is an international music group that embodies the value of “Expect Nothing in Return” love, bringing together talented musicians. Through their performances, audiences are invited to experience a rich harmony of classical, jazz, Korean traditional music, and folk songs from around the world. DATE Monday, 6 October 2025 TIME 5PM VENUE Korean Cultural Centre SA (📍 Address: 267 Waterkloof Rd, Brooklyn, Pretoria) ADMISSION Free REGISTRATION https://forms.gle/vTngScRVGFEJzM4k8 *required For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr
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K-POP MEETS KOREAN TRADITIONAL MUSIC Event Period 26.09.2025 - 28.11.2025
Discover the roots of K-pop through Korea’s timeless musical heritage! Music transcends time and culture, and nowhere is that more vivid than in the meeting of K-pop and Korea’s centuries-old musical heritage. This exhibition explores how today’s global K-pop phenomenon draws inspiration from Korea’s own musical heritage—from the elegance of royal court rituals and intimate gatherings where music and poetry were shared, to the vibrant street festivals alive with drums, dance, and theatrical performance. Original instruments, masks, and costumes reveal how these age-old traditions continue to shape the dazzling stages of modern K-pop, creating a dialogue between past and present that resonates around the world. Step inside and experience the pulse of Korea’s musical journey, where tradition and contemporary creativity move as one. This exhibition is organized in partnership with the National Gugak Center. DATES 26 September – 30 November 2025 *The exhibition is closed on weekends and public holidays. TIME 09:00–16:00 VENUE Korean Cultural Centre SA (📍 Address: 267 Waterkloof Rd, Brooklyn, Pretoria) ADMISSION Free For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr
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100 YEARS OF CHANGE IN KOREAN LIFE Event Period 16.08.2025 - 12.09.2025
16 August-12 September 2025 9AM-4PM Korean Cultural Centre SA 267 Waterkloof Road, Brooklyn, Pretoria A photographic journey through memory, emotion, and transformation Witness a century of Korea’s turbulent history through powerful moments captured on film. To mark the 80th anniversary of Korea’s liberation, the Korean Cultural Centre SA presents a special exhibition that traces 100 years of Korean lives and the profound changes that shaped them. From the quiet dignity of agrarian life in the early 1900s to the dynamic global presence of Korea today, this exhibition offers a sweeping visual narrative of a people who endured colonization, fought for independence, and rebuilt their nation through war, industrialization, democratization, and innovation. Featuring colour-restored archival photographs, the exhibition captures the everyday moments of ordinary individuals—at work, at home, and in protest—each frame a testimony to Korea’s living history. Through eight distinct chapters, visitors will walk through a century of change: from the communal traditions of Joseon and the struggles under Japanese rule, to the Korean War, rapid urbanization, and the vibrant cultural wave that now reaches across continents. These once black-and-white images—now carefully brought to life in colour—invite us to rediscover forgotten faces and reawaken shared memories. The lives, tears, hopes, and dreams captured here are not just remnants of the past, but the very foundation of Korea’s present. Join us in commemorating 80 years of freedom and reflecting on the lives, hopes, and stories that built today’s Korea. DATES 16 August - 12 September 2025 *The exhibition is closed on weekends and public holidays. TIME 09:00-16:00 VENUE Korean Cultural Centre SA (📍 Address: 267 Waterkloof Rd, Brooklyn, Pretoria) ADMISSION Free For enquiries, please contact: 012 001 9204 | kccsa@korea.kr Installation images
Post Date 16.08.2025