Conveying Comfort and Rest to the People’s Lives Through Music

Hanchangrok, the newly appointed president of the KBS Symphony Orchestra. Photo by KBS Symphony Orchestra

Hanchangrok, the newly appointed president of the KBS Symphony Orchestra. Photo by KBS Symphony Orchestra

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[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Heeyoon] Han Changrok, former KBS Programming Headquarters Director (57, photo), was appointed as the 6th president of the KBS Symphony Orchestra on the 28th. Han's term will be approximately 2 years and 6 months, from March 2, 2022, to August 31, 2024.


President Han graduated from Seoul National University with a degree in Media and Communication. He has served as KBS New York PD correspondent, Director of Programming Marketing, Director of Planning and Production, and Director of Programming Headquarters. He planned and produced KBS's representative current affairs and cultural programs such as KBS Special, Live World Now, and Myunggyeonmanri. In particular, he gained recognition by personally hosting 'Sisa Tonight.'



President Han stated, "I will strive to ensure that the KBS Symphony Orchestra provides comfort and solace to the lives of the people through music," and added, "Through developing competitive performance content, I will do my utmost to establish the orchestra as one recognized on the global stage beyond Asia."


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