Many believe that classical music is boring or difficult. However, this stereotype completely disappears at a performance by the Korea Festival Ensemble (KFE). 
Founded in 1986, KFE is a leading chamber music organization in South Korea that seamlessly blends the profound depth of traditional classical music with a bold, experimental spirit. This dynamic artist crew consists of over 50 top-tier performers spanning strings, winds, percussion, keyboards, and vocals; in their hands, any ensemble configuration you can imagine becomes a perfect reality.
A KFE performance is more than just sitting and listening. It is a thrilling experience that awakens your senses and sparks fresh inspiration. KFE closely connects with the public through uniquely diverse programs, ranging from the “New Music” series, which blurs the lines between literature and melody to comfort weary daily lives, to the “Comic Unstoppable Concerts”, where world-class masters aren't afraid to let loose and transform classical solemnity into joyful laughter. In particular, the “Contemporary Music Festival”, running since 1989, showcases KFE's forwardthinking edge by integrating electronic sound, trendy visuals, and lighting art to perfectly hit the spot for the digital generation.
These fearless challenges are backed by rock-solid talent proven over decades. KFE has demonstrated the true power of K-chamber music on the world’s most prestigious stages, including New York's Carnegie Hall, Washington's Kennedy Center, and invited performances by the French Ministry of Culture. Their unrivaled status is further solidified by numerous prestigious accolades, such as the Music Dong-a Grand Prize and the Art of the Year Award. Today, KFE takes another leap forward, using its seasoned expertise to interact with audiences in real time across the digital age and lower the barriers of the concert hall. KFE is crafting a hip and dynamic future for classical music.