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Hwang Byung-ki – Gayageum Works Vol. 5: Dalha Nopigom (CD)
Korea’s master of creative traditional music, Hwang Byung-ki, presents his long-awaited new album after 15 years.
This remarkable collection encompasses a wide spectrum of musical achievements, featuring female gagok, daegeum, and other instruments, offering a profound and expansive exploration of Hwang’s artistry.
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Recorded with a special technique using earthenware bowls to capture the gayageum’s authentic resonance and lingering tones.
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The first work since The Labyrinth (Migyung) to present a collaboration of poetry and sound.
“Music of special value, serving as an antidote in today’s ultra-fast-paced world.”
Track List
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Dalha Nopigom (Moon, Rise High)
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The Clock Tower
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Hamadan
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Jasi (Midnight Hour)
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Nakdo-eum (Song of the Way to Joy)
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The Moon of My Hometown
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Chahyang Ije (Two Themes on the Fragrance of Tea)
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Sofia Lancaster from Toronto, Canada (verified owner) –
In a whirlwind of urban cacophony, Hwang Byung-ki’s “Dalha Nopigom” emerges like a calm beacon, beckoning weary souls from Toronto’s frantic streets into an ethereal space crafted by string and breath. With delicate melodies fluttering amidst expertly curated soundscapes formed with earthenware bowls’ ancient resonance, one feels transported beyond mere audio; it offers not just refuge but connection to the eternal narratives inherent in musical lore. Unlike Western interpretations which often isolate technique over feeling, this piece draws profound emotion out—shifting perceptions on how time flows through art much like water.
Julien Martel from Vancouver (verified owner) –
Écouter Hwang Byung-ki me transporte vers des souvenirs d’enfance passés sous les cerisiers en fleurs. Sa musique, avec cette fusion délicate du gayageum et de poèmes evocateurs, rappelle la tranquillité parmi le tumulte moderne.
Yasmin Lakhani from Kochi, India –
At first glance, I approached Hwang Byung-ki’s *Gayageum Works Vol. 5: Dalha Nopigom* with a hint of skepticism, wondering if it could genuinely add anything new to the landscape of traditional Korean music after so many years. But as soon as the soft echoes began weaving through my senses—crafted artfully within clay bowls that seemingly resonate like whispered secrets—the depth revealed itself effortlessly. Each piece not only reflects masterful musicianship but also captures stories carved by time and experience. It feels less like an album and more like walking through enchanted valleys at twilight, every note urging us to pause in reflection amidst our chaotic modern lives.
Yamato Natsuki from Kyoto, Japan –
Hwang Byung-ki’s latest album stirs the soul, invoking tranquil imagery and bridging centuries through its innovative soundscapes. An extraordinary escape from modern chaos.
Nadia Sabri from Marrakech, Morocco (verified owner) –
At first glance, the idea of Hwang Byung-ki releasing yet another collection might seem overdone—how can one continue to innovate in a tradition as rich and venerable as that of gayageum music? However, ‘Dalha Nopigom’ defies my initial doubts. Each track invites listeners into an introspective space where time feels suspended. The incorporation of traditional instruments like the daegeum alongside poetic nuances breathes fresh life into familiar melodies. Listening here is not merely about sound; it’s a multidimensional journey connecting generations with their ancestral roots while gently challenging contemporary anxieties through artful authenticity. This isn’t just an album; it’s a remedy for modern existential struggles.
Johann Neukirchner from Hochspeyer, Deutschland –
In einer Welt, die oft zu schnelllebig und laut ist, eröffnet Hwang Byung-ki mit “Dalha Nopigom” eine Oase der Klänge. Seine kreative Meisterschaft kommt in dieser Kollektion klar zum Ausdruck; jeder Ton des Gayageums wird durch den innovativen Einsatz von Erdengefäßen zum Leben erweckt. Die harmonische Verflechtung von Gagok und Daegeum mit tiefgründigen Texten schafft nicht nur ein musikalisches Erlebnis, sondern zieht einen tief in die Tradition und Poesie Koreas hinein. Für all jene, die nach einem echten Moment der Reflexion suchen – es gibt wenig Vergleichbares auf dem Markt.
Soo-yeon from Seoul, South Korea –
Fascinating sounds. Truly captures the essence of traditional music in a modern context.