Korean Traditional

Korean traditional music, also known as "gugak," is a rich and diverse genre that encompasses both courtly, aristocratic styles and the folk traditions of various regions. Characterized by its use of unique Korean instruments such as the gayageum, geomungo, and haegeum, it expresses a deep connection to nature, spirituality, and Korean history. The music often features rhythmic cycles known as "jangdan" and a melodic structure termed "jo." Renowned artists in this genre, like Chongjin Hong and Gayageum Ensemble AURA, contribute to preserving ancient techniques while innovating contemporary expressions. The performances are deeply emotive, emphasizing tonal subtlety and dynamic rhythms, offering audiences a unique auditory journey through Korea's cultural heritage.

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Uprising (Soundtrack from the Netflix Film)
Album - 20 Tracks - Released October 11, 2024

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Cho Young-Wuk
Chongjin Hong
Chung Woong Korean Traditional Music Ensemble
Dulsori
Eun-Young Jung
Gayageum Ensemble AURA
Geomungo Factory
Hwang Byungki
JeongHyun Chu
Kim Hae-Sook
Kim HeeJeong
Kim Ok-sim
Kwonsoon Kang
Lee Jae-hwa
Orchestra of the National Gugak Centre of Korea
Park Hyun-sook
SamulNori
SooEun Kwak
SooYeon Lyuh
Sung-Hyeon Lee
Won Chang-hyun
Woo-Taek Lee
Yoon Mi-yong
Yoonjeong Heo
이동훈 Lee Dong Hun
Cho Young-Wuk
Hwang Byungki
Kwonsoon Kang
SooEun Kwak
Geomungo Factory
Chung Woong Korean Traditional Music Ensemble
SamulNori
Gayageum Ensemble AURA
Yoonjeong Heo
Kim Hae-Sook
JeongHyun Chu
Dulsori
SooYeon Lyuh
Woo-Taek Lee
이동훈 Lee Dong Hun
Orchestra of the National Gugak Centre of Korea
Kim HeeJeong
Yoon Mi-yong
Lee Jae-hwa
Park Hyun-sook
Eun-Young Jung
Won Chang-hyun
Sung-Hyeon Lee
Chongjin Hong
Kim Ok-sim