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This exquisitely designed eight-sided pavilion situated next to a flowing stream is primary for instruction in pansori (a narrative, epic, dramatic folk vocal art form performed by one singer accompanied by one drummer playing one drum), folk songs, daegum (transverse flute), and kayagum (12-stringed zither).
Programs are varied, from half-day to four-month intensive seminars. Taught by teachers designated National Living Treasures with up to five decades of experience in their fields of expertise these courses provide an incomparable opportunity to appreciate Korea's culture. Many instructors are fluent in foreign languages or when necessary interpreters are provided.
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A traditional hanoak, the name of which means "Hall of a Thousand Autumns," this will be site for instruction in Crafts of the Women's Quarters and Tea Ceremony.
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Generally instruction in Korean music for elementary school age children will take place here, along with special programs and group instruction. The name means "Hall of Listening to Springs."
These two halls(Cheonchu & Cheongcheon Hall) are dedicated to allowing casual visitors and serious students alike the opportunity to directly experience the beauty and unique heritage that Koreans have so proudly maintained throughout their long history. Within the confines of these completely refurbished buildings, students not only learn traditional arts, they learn them in a setting designed to create a unforgettable total educational experience.
Programs are varied, from half-day to four-month intensive seminars and directed by organizations dedicated to research and training in fields of expertise in subjects like Korea's own tea ceremony, poetry, calligraphy and etiquette. Many instructors are fluent in foreign languages or when necessary interpreters are provided. |
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