Sumi Hwang live in Marvão

Experience Sumi Hwang live on July 30th

Sumi Hwang is a South Korean-born composer and performer whose work frequently blends contemporary classical music with elements of traditional Korean instrumentation and vocal techniques – particularly *pansori*, a dramatic storytelling tradition. Her compositions often explore themes of cultural identity, memory, and the relationship between sound and space. She is known for incorporating extended vocal techniques and utilizing both acoustic and electronic soundscapes in her performances.

The concert will take place at Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Estrela in Marvão, Portugal. This church dates back to the 17th century, constructed following a vow made during a period of plague. Its architectural style is predominantly Baroque, typical of religious buildings constructed during the Counter-Reformation period in Portugal. The church is notable for its relatively simple façade contrasting with its richly decorated interior featuring gilded woodwork (*talha dourada*) and azulejo tilework.

Marvão itself is a historic village situated atop a granite peak, historically significant as a strategically important defensive location. The Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Estrela serves as a central landmark within the village and represents an important example of religious architecture within the Alentejo region of Portugal.