Korean Traditional Fan Dance (Performed in Korean and Canada) - Yeonji Hong

Описание: The Korean Cultural Centre is pleased to share Korean Traditional Fan Dance, performed by Yeonji Hong. This performance was filmed in Hanok (traditional Korean house) in Korea and in Ottawa by Parliament Hills. Please enjoy this performance!

The buchaechum (fan dance) is widely known as a representative art form of Korea. It was created in 1954 by a choreographer Baek-bong Kim. The dance features elegant movements by performers dressed in colorful traditional gowns. The tradition of women dancing with fans comes from the dance of female shamans. Over time, this tradition was transformed and reborn into a dance that encapsulated the beauty of restraint and was performed in the royal court. In the buchaechum, fans are spread open, closed shut, and brought together to form different shapes that represent different aspects of nature. A staple of the bucahechum is the collective formation of a flower undulating in waves. The fans used in buchaechum are made of flower prints and adorned with feathers on the rim. Although there are solo numbers, this dance is more splendid when performed by a group. Dancers are donned in royal costumes that include a sleeveless outer garment; they traditionally also wear a small tiara. The buchaechum is usually danced to minyo (folk song) accompaniment. Its technique and charm is an exquisite showcase of classical beauty.

You are invited to join Korean Traditional Dance Class taught by Yeonji Hong every Friday on ZOOM. It is an online, open-class for everyone.

Class information: Every Fridaym 7PM (EST)
ZOOM Information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84280669980​

Meeting Id: 842 8066 9980
Passcode: 080808