Preview lectures were held in Seoul for the 2025 ‘France Wine & Art Tour,’ a 6-night, 8-day trip (May 5–12) showcasing Burgundy (2 nights), Champagne/Sampagne (1 night), and Paris (3 nights). The itinerary blends wine tastings, visits to world-class museums (Orsay, Orangerie, Louvre), and high-level classical concerts: a joint performance with pianist Alexandre Tharaud and a French youth orchestra (Day 8), a recital by pianist Cho Seong-jin (Day 9), and a Paris orchestra concert featuring conductor Klaus Mäkele and violinist Janine Jansen (Day 10). Violinist Lee Soo-min, accompanying the tour, offered commentary on composers’ styles and listening points during the Seoul briefing, emphasizing that the trip is a sensory cultural experience rather than a typical tour.
