In 2022, pianist Yunchan Lim burst onto the global classical scene by becoming the youngest ever winner of the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Despite Lim’s young age, he’s formed a distinctive musical style thanks to the recordings of legendary pianists that nurtured him through childhood. In this special playlist Lim has curated for the Lunar New Year 2023, he invites us to the performances of virtuoso pianists that promise to transport listeners to another plane. From the concertos of Vladimir Horowitz, Krystian Zimerman and Evgeny Kissin to Kin-Woo Paik’s intense rendition of the Goyescas suite, Lim’s playlist perfectly encapsulates his musical orientation. 

In a message to accompany this playlist, the artist says: “Hello, this is pianist Yunchan Lim. I’ve brought together some pieces of music that have transcended time and continue to inspire me. I invite Apple Music users to join me in appreciating the performances of these maestros, as they resonate with and provide comfort to countless listeners throughout the ages.”