Korean Song and Dance Spectacular

Arirang, the Korean Song and Dance Ensemble, perform an assortment of traditional Korean songs. The “Boatman’s Song,” from the Korean opera Shim Chung, is derived from a Korean folktale about a young maiden and her devotion to her blind father, whom she helps regain his sight. Other tracks of interest include the “Boat Song of Ko-Je Island,” with its rhythmic ending, and the close harmonies and beautiful vocals of the “Song of Ja-Jin-San.” Rich in artistry and musicality, this album is a valuable piece of Korean musical culture and history.

Sources: http://www.sejongsociety.org/korean_theme/korean_folk_tales/shim_chong.html (folktale of Shim Chung/Shim Chong)

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Track Listing

101	Arirang Arirang, John S. Kim	04:06
102	Taryung Arirang, John S. Kim	02:30
103	Song of the Kyung Bok Palace Arirang, John S. Kim	02:11
104	Boatman's Song from the Opera "Shim Chung" Arirang, John S. Kim	04:12
105	Ong-Hai-Ya Arirang, John S. Kim	03:34
106	Bae-Da-Rae-Ki Arirang, John S. Kim	04:05
201	Boat Song of Ko-Je Island Arirang, John S. Kim	02:27
202	Farmer's Song Arirang, John S. Kim	05:29
203	Song of Shin Ko San Arirang, John S. Kim	04:12
204	Kang-Kang-Soo-Wol-Nae Arirang, John S. Kim	03:20
205	Song of Ja-Jin-San Arirang, John S. Kim	04:08