Acclaimed Korean guitarist Bokyung Byun will perform at PMAC in a concert originally scheduled before the pandemic -- and before she won the grand prize at the most prestigious guitar competition in the world, the Guitar Foundation of America International Concert Artist Competition, in 2021! Don’t miss the chance to hear Bokyung perform in the intimate setting of Portsmouth Music and Arts Center’s Haas Gallery on November 3.

A true trailblazer, Ms. Byun also holds the distinction of being the first female winner of the prestigious JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition, where Falletta herself described Byun’s performance as "stunning, showcasing her gorgeous tone, immaculate technique, and sophisticated musicianship." She also holds first-prize finishes at the Frances Walton Competition, the Montreal International Classical Guitar Competition, and the Philadelphia Classical Guitar Competition.

*This is a free event. Reservations recommended but not required; seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis.* This free concert is a special Friday performance of PMAC's free Guitar Sundays series, sponsored by Service Credit Union. Artist Sponsor: The Augustine Foundation.

More about Bokyung Byun

Born in Seoul, Korea, Bokyung began playing guitar at the age of six. By her teen years she had gained national attention for first-prize finishes in three renowned Korean competitions, and entered The Juilliard School at the age of 16. She holds Bachelor of Music and Master of Music degrees from The Juilliard School and a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the University of Southern California. She is currently on the guitar faculty of University of North Texas.