Arirang: Korean Song and Dance Ensemble

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)

Track Listing

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