Yoon Chan Lim’s first Chopin album tops major classical charts in the UK and the US.

Pianist Lim Yoon-chan [Provided by Universal Music],
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, ‘[Herald Economy=Reporter Go Seung-hee] Pianist Lim Yoon-chan’s Chopin is making a name for itself on global charts’,
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, ‘According to the record company Universal Music on the 10th, Lim Yoon-chan’s first studio album ‘Chopin: Études’ topped the UK Specialist Classic Chart (weekly chart, April 26 – May 2) and the US Billboard Traditional Classic Album Chart (weekly chart, 2nd week of May), and ranked 2nd on the Billboard Classic Chart (weekly chart, April 28 – May 4).’,
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, ‘He also received remarkable achievements on domestic and international music streaming platforms. On Apple Music, he rose to 2nd place in domestic album streaming rankings across all genres beyond classical. As a classical artist, he participated in Melon’s new album exposure service ‘Spotlight’ for the first time, delivering news of his album release and actively continuing his activities in the K-pop scene.’,
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, ‘He is also marching on with his record-breaking album sales. ‘Chopin: Études’ topped album sales with over 10,000 copies sold according to Yes24’s tally (April 19-25).’,
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, ‘Since winning the youngest ever title at the 2022 USA Van Cliburn International Music Competition, Lim Yoon-chan’s first studio album has also received positive evaluations from prominent overseas media.’,
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, ‘The UK classical magazine Gramophone selected Lim Yoon-chan’s album as ‘Album of the Month’ for its May issue, stating, “Lim Yoon-chan’s Chopin Études are a remarkable achievement. To say that this album will be a good omen for his future is an extremely restrained statement.” The UK’s The Times stated, “Lim Yoon-chan is a pianist who handles his instrument perfectly. His piano, shining like a jewel, is poetic, showing dignity and persuasiveness.” The New York Times praised, “Even in the fiery Études that demand high levels of performance, Lim Yoon-chan calmly reveals numerous notes with both hands. His gentle performance, especially, is delicate. This is an achievement.” The UK’s Daily Mail commented, “It’s truly an amazing work. Lim Yoon-chan’s way of handling the piano and poetic expression reminds us of the common feeling found in early Ashkenazi and Pollini’s Études.”‘,
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