On 20 June, Hyung-ki Joo will be performing as pianist and host with the Beethoven Orchestra Bonn, conducted by Dirk Kaftan, in a new programme exploring the history of the piano concerto.

In an extensive interview for the World Federation of International Music Competitions, Hyung-ki Joo spoke about the humorous side of classical composers, about his collaborations with personalities such as Gidon Kremer, Asmik Grigorian and, early in his career, Yehudi Menuhin, and about his plans as the new Artistic Director of the Menuhin Competition.