Yunchan Lim performs Schubert and Scriabin sonatas at Carnegie Hall warm-up

8 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Apr 26

The 22-year-old pianist played to a full house at Carnegie Hall on Friday, previewing his graduation recital program ahead of his degree completion at the New England Conservatory next month.
Lim, who rose to fame as the youngest Van Cliburn Competition winner, will give his official graduation recital at Boston's Jordan Hall on Sunday, drawing significant attention for the free student concert.
Known for his decisive sound and understated stage presence, Lim followed his teacher Minsoo Sohn to the US and continues to impress audiences with his virtuosic performances on major international stages.

Why is a free student recital at Jordan Hall today's hottest ticket?

Is Yunchan Lim's 'no-fuss' stage presence a new model for classical stardom?

Can a shy performer who treats Carnegie Hall like a practice room sustain global fame?

Does Lim's 'muscular' style risk overpowering the subtleties of less extravagant composers?

Beyond technique, what 'quest for truth' has his mentor instilled in this young virtuoso?

How does a pianist who sees music's origin as a 'Big Bang' interpret Schubert?