The Gwangju Cultural Foundation (CEO Se-Young Oh) hosted the “2024 Gwangju WASBE Festival Wind Orchestra” at Yonsei University in Seoul to celebrate the upcoming 20th WASBE World Conference in Gwangju.
About the WASBE World Conference
- The WASBE World Conference is a premier global event for wind bands, held biennially and known as the “Olympics of Wind Music.” For the first time, it will be held in Korea, in Gwangju, Gyeonggi Province, featuring over 2,000 musicians from 50+ countries.
Successful Promotion
- The Seoul concert, attended by over 700 people, showcased high-quality performances of pieces by Rossini, Bizet, and Stravinsky. The enthusiastic response highlighted the rising interest in the upcoming conference.
High Expectations
- Music industry experts praised the concert, noting the rarity of such high-level wind orchestra performances in Korea and expressing high expectations for the July conference.
Promotion Strategy
- A Gwangju Cultural Foundation representative said, “We chose Seoul for its accessibility to attract more visitors. We will continue promoting the 2024 WASBE World Conference both domestically and internationally.”
Key Event Schedule
- Opening Ceremony: July 15, Gwangju City Hall Plaza
- WASBE World Conference: July 16-20, Gwangju
- Pre-Events:
– Parade: July 13-14, Gwangju Avenue
– K-Music Festival: July 14, Gwangju City Hall Plaza
Highlights
- Performances by military bands from Korea and the US
- Aerial display by the ROKAF Black Eagles
- K-pop concerts featuring STAYC, Golden Child, Kwon Eun-bi, Lee Mujin, Ali, Jeong Dong-ha, Jin Sung, and Han Hye-jin
Ticket Information
- Tickets for main events can be purchased via ‘Ticket Link.’ For details on registration and programs, visit the official WASBE World Conference website.
Recommended Restaurants in Gwangju
- Ibaejae Bakery: 247 Ibaejae-ro, Gwangju
- Nakseonjae: 101 Buldang-gil, Namhansanseong-myeon, Gwangju
- Choi Mija’s Beef Soup: 58 Docheok-ro, Gwangju
Join us at the 20th WASBE World Conference in Gwangju 2024 for world-class wind music and cultural events. Make unforgettable memories this summer!