Highlights
- You can experience traditional Korean arts in a warm and approachable way
- This is an experience focused on personal senses and connection
- Beginner-friendly: You can join even if you have no experience with Janggu
- Memory-friendly: Perfect for creating travel memories through photos and videos
- Led by a professional Korean traditional musician and traditional arts creator
Description
Are you looking for things to do in Seoul?
Here is a unique traditional Korean cultural experience in Itaewon, Seoul.
It is a hands-on percussion class where guests play the janggu, Korea’s hourglass drum, and physically experience Korean rhythm, energy and ensemble spirit.
This class is best for international travelers, couples, friends, families and solo travelers seeking an authentic cultural experience.
The janggu beats like the heart of Korean music. In this class, guests hold the drumsticks, learn basic rhythmic patterns and feel the push, pull and joy of Korean rhythm through the body.
[Class Flow]
• Introduction to the janggu’s structure and sound
• Learn how to hold the sticks and play with basic posture
• Try accessible Korean rhythmic patterns such as Gutgeori and Semachi
• Rhythm games using call and response
• Create a short group rhythm ensemble together
[Host Introduction]
Da Hwi Jung is a Korean traditional percussionist whose practice includes janggu, buk and performance-based education. Her strength lies in helping beginners feel rhythm through the body, making the class energetic, friendly and easy to follow.
[What Guests Will Take Home]
• Learn the basic playing technique of the Korean janggu.
• Understand Korean rhythm and energy through physical experience.
• Enjoy the excitement of playing together.
• Take home a dynamic Korean cultural experience that is memorable in photos and videos.
Includes
Janggu class: 70–90 minutes, depending on the number of participants
Instrument provided
Class conducted in English
Introduction to the janggu’s structure and sound
Learn how to hold the sticks and play with basic posture
Try accessible Korean rhythmic patterns such as Gutgeori and Semachi
Rhythm games using call and response
Create a short group rhythm ensemble together
Playing Janggu with Hanbok
Hanbok photo session
One Instax mini photo
Important Information
- No prior musical experience is required
The class is designed for beginners
The studio offers other cultural experiences in the same building
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
