Written by: Sanskriti Saxena, Delhi Edited by: Pooja Vishwanathan, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh Want to know more about the diversity of Korean culture through arts? Read about Samulnori here and immerse yourself in this heavenly experience. My interest in this musical art arose when the Korean Cultural Centre India (KCCI), Delhi, introduced classes for this course…
Tag: Korean Folk Music
Pansori: Storytelling in the Song
Pansori, a Korean genre of musical storytelling, was historically treasured by the elite and recognised by UNESCO in 2003. It gained popularity in the 19th century, appealing to both the upper and lower classes. Pansori’s resurgence in the 21st century has led to modern adaptations, and its influence is still felt in contemporary scene.
Story of Gayageum
Chanchal Bharti, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh There are approximately 60 to 70 different types of traditional Korean musical instruments, but today we will focus on the most well-known, the Gayageum. Gayageum or Kayageum is a 12-stringed Korean stringed instrument. It is the most widely used traditional Korean musical instrument. Because of its beautiful and clear tone,…