Welcome back to Around the World with Busy Kids Love Music*! In today’s episode, we journey to the eastern side of Asia to explore the rich folk music traditions of South Korea.
From heartfelt folk songs to energetic drumming ensembles, Korean traditional music—known as gugak*—is a vibrant part of the country’s culture and history. Join me as we explore:
🎶 Minyo – Traditional Korean folk songs passed down through generations 🎤 Arirang – One of Korea’s most beloved and historic songs 🎭 Pansori – Dramatic musical storytelling with a single singer and drummer 🥁 Samulnori – A thrilling percussion style performed with four instruments 🎼 Traditional Korean instruments including:
The janggu (hourglass drum)
The gayageum (12-string zither)
The haegeum (two-string fiddle)
Along the way, we’ll learn how these beautiful sounds continue to influence modern music—from classrooms to K-pop stages.
👉 Don’t forget to:
Download your South Korea passport stamp)
Check out the YouTube playlist) featuring instruments and performances mentioned in today’s episode
Revisit any of the previous episodes in this global series
