Kim Duk-soo
Korean musician and Samulnori performer
Born
September 23rd, 1952
72 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
South Korea
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Musician dedicated to traditional Korean music, particularly in reviving and promoting Samulnori, a genre of percussion music. Founded the ensemble SamulNori in the late 1970s, integrating traditional Korean instruments with contemporary performance styles. Contributed significantly to the global awareness of Korean folk music and participated in numerous international festivals, showcasing the unique characteristics of Korean cultural heritage. Engaged in various educational projects to teach the next generation about traditional music.
Founded the SamulNori ensemble
Promoted Korean percussion music internationally
Participated in global music festivals
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