SM Entertainment’s classical and jazz label, SM Classics, has announced an exciting collaboration with the world-renowned Vienna Symphony Orchestra for a special K-POP orchestral concert titled:
“WIENER SYMPHONIKER X K-POP (SM CLASSICS LIVE 2026 with WIENER SYMPHONIKER)”
The concert is scheduled for Monday, February 16, 2026, at Konzerthaus Wien, Vienna’s premier concert hall and a central venue in the world of classical music.
This event marks a notable fusion of K-POP and classical music, presenting popular K-POP songs reinterpreted through orchestral arrangements performed by one of the most prestigious orchestras in the world.
The project is included in the Vienna Symphony Orchestra’s 2025/26 regular season lineup, emphasizing its significance in the classical music calendar.
Global Expansion and Future Plans
SM Classics is not only focusing on this Vienna performance but is also actively expanding its performance and music score IP licensing business, aiming to distribute SM Classics’ original intellectual property worldwide.
Additionally, a Seoul performance at the Lotte Concert Hall is scheduled for August 2026, allowing K-POP fans in Korea to experience this unique orchestral reinterpretation of their favorite hits.
This collaboration represents a broader trend in the globalization of K-POP, bridging traditional Western classical music with modern Korean pop culture, and highlighting SM Entertainment’s innovative approach to expanding the reach and influence of its artists and music catalog.
The project is expected to attract international attention, both from classical music enthusiasts and K-POP fans, reflecting a growing trend of cultural crossovers that appeal to a wide audience.
