The Korean Cultural Society of Boston
한미예술협회
Korean Traditional Music Series
Woosung Jung, certified trainee of Korean Intangible Cultural Asset Daegeum Jeongak, showcases not only various Korean flute-class of instruments but also different styles of music from aristocratic to contemporary.
Program
청성곡(Cheongseong gok) - Jeongak Daegeum
Cheongseong gok is a solo piece for daegeum, the Korean transverse bamboo flute, that employs the instrument’s wide expressive range.
천년만세(Cheonnyeon Manse) - Danso
Cheonnyeon Manse literally means "cheers for a thousand years." It therefore refers to a long life, which is why it is often performed at feasts wishing for the longevity of an elder.
서용석류 대금산조(Seoyongseok's Daegeum Sanjo) - Sanjo Daegeum
Seoyongseok's Daegeum Sanjo is a type of Korean traditional music known as sanjo, composed by the master of folk music, Seoyongseok. It is characterized by complex rhythms and melodies, utilizing strong expressions and various techniques.
어메이징 그레이스(Amazing Grace Chris Tomlin ver.) - Danso
Chris Tomlin's version of "Amazing Grace" is a contemporary reinterpretation of the traditional hymn, infused with deep emotion and faith. This rendition enhances the original lyrics and melody with Tomlin's signature soft harmonies and stirring rhythms, allowing listeners to reflect on the true meaning of grace.
인연(Fate) - Danso, Daegeum
One of the representative songs of the Korean singer Lee Seon-hee is characterized by its poignant melody and lyrics that feature Eastern instruments. The song encapsulates Lee Seon-hee's feelings after watching the drama "Damo."
다향(Dahyang) - Daegeum
The daegeum piece "Dahyang" was composed by Ji Won-seok in 2009. The piece embodies a sense of respect for his father and conveys feelings of respect for others as well.
꿈꾸는 아리랑(I Dream of Arirang) - Sogeum, Daegeum, Taepyeoungso
‘I Dream of Arirang' is the music of 'Wolcheon', which means 'spread in the sky'.
It was composed by Lee Tae-ho, the representative of the group, and plays a version that adds Daegeum and Taepyeongso to the main melody of Sogeum.
Woosung Jung
Woosung Jung is a certified trainee of Korean Intangible Cultural Asset Daegeum Jeongak. He plays various wind instruments including the Daegeum, Sogeum, Danso, and Taepyeongso, as well as percussion instruments like the Janggu and Buk. He has worked as a traditional music performer and educator in Korea, China, and Chicago in the United States, where he has operated local Ensembles such as the Danso Ensemble, Instrumental Ensemble, Janggu Ensemble, and Military band (Chwitadae).
Currently, he is active in the New York/New Jersey area, performing at various venues including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, and Jordan Hall. Additionally, he teaches a diverse group of students through online classes, reaching not only various regions within the United States but also Korea, China, Japan, and Australia.