Pianist Yeontaek Oh Performs Live in Chicago

Acclaimed pianist Yeontaek Oh brings his virtuosic talents to the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist in Chicago.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Pianist Yeontaek Oh, praised by critics for his 'millimeter precision of touch,' 'rare sensitivity and dazzling virtuosity,' and 'technical mastery,' will perform works by Clara Schumann and Robert Schumann live from the Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist in Chicago.

Why it matters

Yeontaek Oh is an acclaimed pianist who has won over 10 national competitions in Korea and more than 10 international awards, establishing himself as one of the most talented young pianists on the global stage. His performance in Chicago will showcase his exceptional artistry to a new audience.

The details

Yeontaek Oh began playing piano at age 5 and has studied at prestigious institutions like Seoul National University, New England Conservatory of Music, Hochschule für Musik Freiburg, and École Normale de Musique de Paris. He is currently a Visiting Assistant Professor of Music at the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University.

  • The performance will take place on February 18, 2026 at 6:15 PM CST.

The players

Yeontaek Oh

A pianist praised for his 'millimeter precision of touch,' 'rare sensitivity and dazzling virtuosity,' and 'technical mastery.' He has won over 10 national competitions in Korea and more than 10 international awards.

Seventeenth Church of Christ, Scientist

The venue in Chicago where Yeontaek Oh will be performing live.

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The takeaway

Yeontaek Oh's highly anticipated performance in Chicago will showcase his exceptional pianistic talents and cement his reputation as one of the most exciting young classical musicians on the global stage today.