Traditional and Groundbreaking, these are the two faces of the National Orchestra
The National Orchestra of Korea is a government-established orchestra of traditional Korean instruments, founded in 1995 with Beomhun Park as the first artistic director. Later, the Orchestra was led by Sangil Han, Sanghwa Choi and currently under the direction of Byeongki Hwang, the gayageum maestro. Since its founding, the National Orchestra has been trying to globalize and popularize Korean music by creating new national music based on diverse musical achievements over the past 10 years. In particular, playing modified Korean instruments and new creations combining Korean classical music with western music enabling Korean music to become more globally widespread. In addition, the National Orchestra is increasing their reputation as a public art organization by developing original works, diversifying performing methods and techniques, and through bold and progressive repertoires that transcend genre, generations and nationality.

Major Repertoires of The National Orchestra
 

The National Orchestra’s Master Pieces

A different expression of traditional Korean classical music | Since the start of the series in 2006, the was designed to discover compositions with a high level of perfection and be regarded as “Classic”. As increasing popularity of fusion music erupted, it took on the role of guiding the audience towards traditional classical music in more depth. Through this series you will be acquainted with the classics by age and period played in the ‘classic’ style or in their full version with modern instruments.

 

 

Ttwida Twida Tada

A concert portraying endless possibility of a young national classic | This is a concert of new ideas with innovation for young audiences in their twenties and thirties. Young people familiar with various media can find something new in our national classic through spectacular imagery and interesting stories. A performance of traditional music, visuals, modern dance and theatrics come together to provide a ‘music video’ like feel. A casual meeting of “her” and “him” moves the audience to sympathize with this story of dreams and romance, love and farewells of school days through beautiful music and a pleasant performance.