Friday, March 25 6:30PM
The Korea Society: 950 3rd Avenue (57th and 3rd Ave.)

On March 25th, the Korea Society of New York is proud to host p’ansori master Bae Il-dong. He presents a program of p’ungnyu, enthralling listeners with his stunning control of drama, narrative, melody, and rhythm. Mr. Bae performs Korea’s beloved tale of Chunhyang ga, one of the five most popular epic narratives that form the p’ansori canon. Chunhyang ga tells the story of love between Chunhyang, the daughter of a kiseng, and Yi Mongryong, the son of a magistrate. After the two wed in secret, Mongryong goes to Hanyang (Seoul) to take the state examination to become a court official. Mr. Bae will sing of Mongryong’s return to Namwon, where Chunhyang and her mother reside.

Noted professor Kim Dong-won, who has been a part of Yo-Yo Ma’s Silk Road Ensemble, speaks on p’ungnyu and Bae Il-dong’s performance during and at the conclusion of the event. Traditional teas and sweets will be offered throughout this special hour of contemplative music, commentary and Q&A.

For more info: Korea Society