'Jeong Ju-young's Spirit of Challenge' Carried by Giraffe Melody Reaches Global Audience via CNN
Creatrip Team
17 days ago
A memorial concert marking the 25th anniversary of Asan Jeong Ju‑young’s passing, titled 'Continuing Resonance,'—held Feb. 25 at Seoul Arts Center—will be featured on CNN International’s series Showtime on the 27th. Four leading Korean pianists (Kim Sunwook, Seongwoo Ye‑kyun, Cho Seongjin, Im Yunchan) performed together in duos, two‑piano and four‑piano ensembles, symbolizing founder Jeong’s values of challenge, pioneering and collaboration. The episode highlights both the onstage performances and behind‑the‑scenes preparation: rehearsals where the artists blend distinct interpretations, Steinway craftsmen in Queens assembling a grand piano from more than 12,000 parts, and Korea’s first master piano tuner Lee Jong‑yeol fine‑tuning the four instruments to perfect harmony. Hyundai Motor Group says the program connects the musicians’ dedication and artisans’ craft to Jeong’s legacy of 'innovation for people' and steadfast determination.
