Four Korean young artists, sponsored by the Korea Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, are at TNUA for a three-month residency promoting traditional music of their country.
In support of their overseas promotional program, TNUA has arranged for them to give three lectures and a concert on the campus, and a tour around Taiwan to introduce traditional Korean music, its instruments and characteristics, as well as conducting exchange activities with their local counterparts.
The Korean music scene has changed much in the 21st century. Musicians are not just embracing traditional music, but also using it as a base to explore the world’s other music. In order to promote this goal, the Korea Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is sponsoring various activities, with many of the programs specifically designed for young artists.
The four artists’ stay in Taiwan explores the theme of “Korea music’s past and present.” It is a program that will enrich their experiences as well as the mutual exchange of the two countries’ musical cultures.
On Dec. 21, the four Korea musicians performed at a concert at the TNUA Dance Theatre(see picture). The concert was hosted by famous Korean music critic, Hyun Kyung Chae – the director of the project. The four artists said they love traditional Korean music dearly, but would not want their country’s traditional music and instruments to be seen as something strange or exotic. They hope traditional Korean music can become a popular part in exchange activities.