Korean Performing Arts Initiative | Sangjaru: Sounding Korea Outside the Box
Sangjaru and Michael Gould
A Korean Performing Arts Initiative Program
Step into the vibrant world of Korean music with Sangjaru, a captivating folk fusion band that merges the spirit of traditional minyo with the infectious rhythms of gypsy swing, funk, rock, and improvisation. Named after the Korean words sangja (box) and jaru (sack), Sangjaru blends the stability of tradition with the adaptability of innovation, creating a deterritorialized flow of dazzling new cultural expressions. Winner of the 2019 Sori Frontier competition at the Jeonju International Sori Festival, Sangjaru is recognized as one of Korea’s most exciting and inventive emerging bands.
This special event features a collaborative performance with Professor Michael Gould of the University of Michigan’s School of Music, Theatre & Dance and the Residential College. Dr. Gould is internationally acclaimed for his work in contemporary percussion and drumset performance, and his collaborations span music, dance, visual art, and science. His adventurous, cross-disciplinary approach makes him the perfect partner for Sangjaru’s innovative musical explorations. Learn more about Dr. Gould: https://smtd.umich.edu/profiles/michael-gould.
Band Members:
- Cho Sungyoon: Guitar
- Kwon Hyochang: Janggu (hourglass drum) & Kkwaenggwari (small gong)
- Nam Seonghun: Ajaeng (bowed zither)
Reserve your spot: Register here ( https://myumi.ch/D8Qx1) This event is free and open to the public.
Doors open at 6:30 PM
Accommodation: If there is anything we can do to make this event accessible to you, please contact us at outreachkorea@umich.edu. Please be aware that advance notice is necessary as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange.
Step into the vibrant world of Korean music with Sangjaru, a captivating folk fusion band that merges the spirit of traditional minyo with the infectious rhythms of gypsy swing, funk, rock, and improvisation. Named after the Korean words sangja (box) and jaru (sack), Sangjaru blends the stability of tradition with the adaptability of innovation, creating a deterritorialized flow of dazzling new cultural expressions. Winner of the 2019 Sori Frontier competition at the Jeonju International Sori Festival, Sangjaru is recognized as one of Korea’s most exciting and inventive emerging bands.
This special event features a collaborative performance with Professor Michael Gould of the University of Michigan’s School of Music, Theatre & Dance and the Residential College. Dr. Gould is internationally acclaimed for his work in contemporary percussion and drumset performance, and his collaborations span music, dance, visual art, and science. His adventurous, cross-disciplinary approach makes him the perfect partner for Sangjaru’s innovative musical explorations. Learn more about Dr. Gould: https://smtd.umich.edu/profiles/michael-gould.
Band Members:
- Cho Sungyoon: Guitar
- Kwon Hyochang: Janggu (hourglass drum) & Kkwaenggwari (small gong)
- Nam Seonghun: Ajaeng (bowed zither)
Reserve your spot: Register here ( https://myumi.ch/D8Qx1) This event is free and open to the public.
Doors open at 6:30 PM
Accommodation: If there is anything we can do to make this event accessible to you, please contact us at outreachkorea@umich.edu. Please be aware that advance notice is necessary as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange.
| Building: | East Quadrangle |
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| Event Type: | Performance |
| Tags: | Asian Languages And Cultures, Concert, Korea, Korean Studies, Music |
| Source: | Happening @ Michigan from Nam Center for Korean Studies, Residential College, International Institute, Asian Languages and Cultures, Arts Initiative, Keene Theater |
