Mayor Joo Gwangdeok of Namyangju Shares the Inspiration of Classical Music with the Next Generation

Providing Classical Inspiration to Children from Diverse Backgrounds
Free Concert Offers Joy of Sharing and Empathy through Music
City Continues Support for Inclusive Cultural Events

Joo Gwangdeok, mayor of Namyangju City, announced that he attended the concert "Music Stories Told by Older Sisters and Brothers III," hosted by Gyeonggi DN Orchestra Co., Ltd. (Director: Cho Eunryeong), at Dasan Art Hall on August 12.

Joo Gwangdeok, mayor of Namyangju City, attended the concert "Music Stories Told by Older Sisters and Brothers III" hosted by Gyeonggi DN Orchestra Co., Ltd. at Dasan Art Hall on the 12th and gave a greeting. Provided by Namyangju City

This concert was organized to provide children from various backgrounds-including preschoolers, children with developmental disabilities, and children from multicultural families-with the opportunity to experience classical music, while also offering performers the joy of sharing and empathy.

The city supported this concert for the third time, following previous events in 2019 and 2024. Namyangju Welfare Foundation, Community Chest of Korea, and Kids Education TokTok participated as partner organizations.

Under the baton of conductor Kang Jongheon, the stage featured DN Youth and Gyeonggi DN Project Orchestra, both affiliated with Gyeonggi DN Orchestra. The program included a diverse repertoire, such as the "March of the Toreadors" from the overture to the opera "Carmen," a double cello performance by Kim Jihoon (Donghwa High School, 1st year) and Koo Kyohyun (Gawon Middle School, 3rd year), as well as "Do-Re-Mi Song" and a Disney medley. The concert was open to the public free of charge, and children aged three and older filled the seats.

Gyeonggi DN Orchestra Co., Ltd. is a professional ensemble that has promoted cultural development through various initiatives, including instrument donations, collaborations with local musicians, and outreach performances.

Director Cho Eunryeong stated, "We will continue to share the joy and inspiration of music with children and youth, provide collaboration opportunities for local musicians, and contribute to the development of local arts and culture through various cultural events."

Mayor Joo Gwangdeok expressed his gratitude, saying, "I deeply thank Director Cho Eunryeong and all the members for delivering such moving classical melodies. The city will continue to support a variety of performances and programs so that citizens from all walks of life can have greater access to arts and culture."

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