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Press
“Their pace never lets up. It's a gripping
performance of delicious percussion, crashing drums and
rabble-rousing vocals.”
- John Walters, The Guardian, UK
“Traditionalism and spectacle merged in Dulsori.
The group played huge drums placed overhead, along with
flutes and a koto-like zither. They set up deep, pounding
rhythms that could probably be heard in the next village.”
- Jon Pareles, The New York Times
“The evening’s biggest eureka
moment, however, came courtesy of the Korean ensemble Dulsori,
which was making its stateside bow. From an opening number
that found its members playing all surfaces of three wildly
oversized bass drums that dwarfed them, the septet veered
between keening traditional folk and neo-psychedelic, harp-based
jams. Theirs was a revelatory performance, proof that it’s
still possible to find something new under the sun.”
- David Sprague, Variety
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Description
Korean for “the heartbeat of the land,”
Dulsori captivates audiences with traditional Korean drumming
and songs. Their infectious authentic rhythms awaken the human
spirit. Inspired by the traditions of Korean farmers and using
traditional, authentic instruments, their drumming is inspired
by the sounds of nature and offer praise to natural forces.
A passionate celebration of the performers
and audience, Dulsori’s performances evoke harmony along
with a sense of community. The explosive and driving pulse
of the percussion invites the audience to share in this collective
energy. The company tours with a performance ensemble comprised
of five-seven drummers, dancers, and singers.
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Biography
Since 1984, Dulsori has taken the Korean percussive style
known as pungmul to a whole new level. The performers use
kkwaenggwari (small handheld gong), janggu (hourglass drum),
buk (barrel drum), jing (gong) and numerous other authentic
percussion instruments with astounding choreography to create
a driving performance that inspires audiences.
Everyone's high-spirited energy mingles and
the ensemble always invites the audience to literally join
the show. Dulsori's energetic and passionate team has staged
hundreds of international performances. With repeat performances
at WOMAD programming throughout the globe, other recent performances
include tours in Australia, Israel, Africa, and across Europe.
The group also conducts workshops, classes, and festivals
focusing on Korean traditional arts, open to all age groups.
In 2005, Dulsori UK Ltd was established as
the first Korean arts company to have a branch in the UK.
Their vision is to introduce high quality Korean arts and
culture in Europe, as well as in the UK, while facilitating
a clearer understanding across all cultures. The company presents
creative, highly skilled, and passionate Korean percussion-driven
performances. In January, 2008, Dulsori made its debut in
the United States as a featured company in global FEST
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Repertory
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Downloads and Links
www.dulsori.com
Complete Press Kit.pdf
Press Quotes.pdf
Repertory.pdf
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Dulsori Promo, April 2008
Editing Gerrit Vooren
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