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Daechwita
Daechwita () is a genre of Korean traditional music consisting of military music played by wind and percussion instruments, generally performed while marching or as a static performance. Instrumentation Instruments used include ''nabal'' (brass horn), '' nagak'' (seashell horn), and '' taepyeongso'' (shawm), with '' jing'' (gong), '' jabara'' (cymbals), and ''yonggo'' (hangul: 용고; hanja: 龍鼓; drum painted with dragon designs and played with hard mallets). This style of Korean military music is often used in the reenactment of the Guard Changing Ceremony at Seoul's Gyeongbok Palace, as well as in Deoksu Palace. A special daechwita today is under the service of the Traditional Guard Unit, 3rd Infantry Division, Republic of Korea Army, and is the only one that also has the '' Ulla'' (small tuned gongs), '' Pungmul-buk'' and ''Galgo'' in its instrumentation. This is the same case for traditional Korean bands outside the homeland, which also have a pungmul marching percus ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Taepyeongso
The ''taepyeongso'' (lit. "big peace wind instrument"; also called ''hojok'', ''hojeok'' 호적 號笛/ 胡 笛, ''nallari'', or ''saenap'', 嗩 吶) is a Korean double reed wind instrument in the shawm or oboe family, probably descended from the Persian sorna and closely related to the Chinese suona. It has a conical wooden body made from ''yuja'' (citron), ''daechu'' (jujube), or yellow mulberry wood, with a metal mouthpiece and cup-shaped metal bell. It originated during the Goryeo period (918–1392). The loud and piercing sound it produces has kept it confined mostly to Korean folk music (especially " farmer's band music") and to marching bands, the latter performed for royalty in the genre known as ''daechwita''. It is, however, also used sparingly in other genres, including Confucian, Buddhist and Shamanist ritual musics, neo-traditional/fusion music and kpop, included in works such as " Lalalay" by Sunmi (2019). Writings English Written sources in English are scarce ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Buk (drum)
The ''buk'' () is a traditional Korean drum. While the term ''buk'' is a native Korean word used as a generic term meaning "drum" (the Sino-Korean word being ''go''), it is most often used to refer to a shallow barrel-shaped drum, with a round wooden body that is covered on both ends with animal skin. Buk are categorized as ''hyeokbu'' (혁부, ) which are instruments made with leather, and has been used for ''jeongak'' (Korean court music) and folk music. History The buk used for court music are usually fixed with nails on the rims, while ones used for folk music are usually tied up with leather straps to form the shape. Performers in the court music usually beat their with ''bukchae'' (북채, a drum stick) on one hand or two hands together, while drummers in the folk music commonly beat their with it on their right hand as hitting the other side of the buk with their bare left hand. A while ago, even ''jong'' (종, bell) was referred to as "''soebuk''" (쇠북, metal dru ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
D-2 (mixtape)
''D-2'' is the second mixtape released by South Korean rapper Agust D, better known as Suga of boy band BTS, following his eponymous debut mixtape released in 2016. The mixtape was released on May 22, 2020, through Big Hit Entertainment, along with the lead single "Daechwita" (). The mixtape consists of ten tracks, with songs sung and rapped in both Korean and English. Its lyrics share the rapper's viewpoint of the contemporary world. Commercially, the album peaked at number 11 on the ''Billboard'' 200, number 7 on the Official UK Chart, and number 2 on the ARIA chart, setting three new records as the highest-ranking mixtape in the US, UK, and Australia by a Korean solo artist. "Daechwita" debuted at number 76 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 chart, making Suga the first Korean soloist to simultaneously chart on the Hot 100 and ''Billboard'' 200. The single also debuted at number one on the ''Billboard'' Rap Digital Song Sales Chart, becoming the highest-charting and first song b ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nabal (instrument)
The ''nabal'' is a long, straight brass horn used in Korean traditional music. As the instrument has no valves or finger holes it is not a melodic instrument but rather plays a single sustained tone. The precise frequency of the tone produced can be quite different depending on the size of the individual instrument. The total length is not constant, ranging from 103 cm to 122 cm. Also, the shape of the instrument is slightly different. The ''nabal'' has historically been used primarily in the military procession music called ''daechwita'', as well as in ''nongak'' (rural farmers' music) to signal the beginning and end of performances. See also *Music of Korea *Traditional Korean musical instruments Traditional Korean musical instruments comprise a wide range of string, wind, and percussion instruments. Many traditional Korean musical instruments (especially those used in Confucian ceremonies) derive from Chinese musical instruments. String K ... References External ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nagak
The ''nagak'' (also called ''na'', ''sora'', or ''godong'') is a large seashell played as a horn in Korean traditional music. It produces only a single tone and is used primarily in the military procession music called ''daechwita''. The ''nagak'' has a structure that makes a mouthpiece by making a hole in the pointed end and blows out a sound. The shell is that of a very large sea snail, ''Charonia tritonis'', sometimes known as "Triton's trumpet". This shell is also used as a musical instrument in several other nations. See also * Conch (musical instrument) *Horagai, a similar shell horn used in Japan *Music of Korea *Shankha *Traditional Korean musical instruments Traditional Korean musical instruments comprise a wide range of string, wind, and percussion instruments. Many traditional Korean musical instruments (especially those used in Confucian ceremonies) derive from Chinese musical instruments. String K ... References * External links 나각at Korean National Herit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jing (instrument)
The ''jing'' is a large gong used in traditional Korean music, particularly in '' samul nori'', ''pungmul'', and ''daechwita'' to keep beat. It is usually made from high-quality brass and is struck by a stick that is layered with cloth at one end to soften the texture of the sound produced. It is typically played in farmer, shaman, Buddhist, and military music for ceremonies and special occasions, varying in size for each occasion. It is capable of producing a gentle and lingering sound as well as a big sound with a roaring effect, depending on force applied when striking against the brass. Although the ''jing'' is a percussion instrument, it has a constant pitch and produces a harmonious and beautiful sound on its own. Jing is classified into '' Amjing'' (korean: 암징) and '' Sujing'' (korean Korean may refer to: People and culture * Koreans, ethnic group originating in the Korean Peninsula * Korean cuisine * Korean culture * Korean language **Korean alphabet, known as Hangu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Guard Mounting
Guard mounting, changing the guard, or the changing of the guard, is a formal ceremony in which sentries performing ceremonial guard duties at important institutions are relieved by a new batch of sentries. The ceremonies are often elaborate and precisely choreographed. They originated with peacetime and battlefield military drills introduced to enhance unit cohesion and effectiveness in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Guard mounting by country Armenia Since September 2018, the President's Residence in Yerevan has had ceremonial sentries from the Honour Guard Battalion of the Ministry of Defense to perform public duties at a pair of sentry boxes at the front of the residence. They are posted and relieved in a brief guard mounting ceremony, which includes an exhibition drill of all five guards (the incoming guards, the outgoing guards, and the guard commander). The guard mounting ceremony is held every Saturday and Sunday in the afternoon and evening. Barbados In ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Military Music
A military, also known collectively as armed forces, is a heavily armed, highly organized force primarily intended for warfare. It is typically authorized and maintained by a sovereign state, with its members identifiable by their distinct military uniform. It may consist of one or more military branches such as an army, navy, air force, space force, marines, or coast guard. The main task of the military is usually defined as defence of the state and its interests against external armed threats. In broad usage, the terms ''armed forces'' and ''military'' are often treated as synonymous, although in technical usage a distinction is sometimes made in which a country's armed forces may include both its military and other paramilitary forces. There are various forms of irregular military forces, not belonging to a recognized state; though they share many attributes with regular military forces, they are less often referred to as simply ''military''. A nation's milita ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
National Gugak Center
The National Gugak Center, located in Seoul, South Korea, is the primary institution of learning for Korean traditional music (), including both court music and folk music. It was founded in 1951 through a merger of Korean musical organizations. It is dedicated to "preserving and promoting traditional Korean music." Through academic courses, private study, ensembles, research, and performances, it preserves Korea's ancient musical traditions, including the ancient court ritual music called '' aak'' as well as the ritual music performed for the Jongmyo (royal ancestral shrine) and the Munmyo (Confucian shrine). Historical musical organizations While Korean court music dates back to the music institute of the Silla kingdom in the 7th century, the present is the direct successor to the Jangakwon music institution of the Joseon Dynasty. Jangakwon went through various name changes until 1945: *Jangakwon 장악원 掌樂院 (1470) *Gyobangsa 교방사 敎坊司 (1897) *Janga ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Suga (rapper)
Min Yoon-gi (; born March 9, 1993), known professionally by his stage names Suga (stylized in all caps) and Agust D, is a South Korean rapper, songwriter and record producer. Managed by Big Hit Music, he debuted as a member of the South Korean boy band BTS in 2013. In 2016, he released his first solo mixtape, '' Agust D''. In 2018, he re-released the mixtape for digital purchase and streaming. The reissue reached number three on ''Billboard''s World Albums Chart. In 2020, he released his second solo mixtape, '' D-2''. Commercially, the mixtape peaked at number 11 on the US ''Billboard'' 200, number seven on the UK Albums Chart, and number two on Australia's ARIA Album Chart. The Korea Music Copyright Association attributes over 100 songs to Suga as a songwriter and producer, including Suran's "Wine" which peaked at number two on the Gaon Music Chart and won best Soul/R&B track of the year at the 2017 Melon Music Awards. Early life and education Min Yoon-gi was born on ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Military Parade
A military parade is a formation of soldiers whose movement is restricted by close-order manoeuvering known as drilling or marching. The military parade is now almost entirely ceremonial, though soldiers from time immemorial up until the late 19th century fought in formation. Massed parades may also hold a role for propaganda purposes, being used to exhibit the apparent military strength of a country. History The terminology comes from the tradition of close order formation combat, in which soldiers were held in very strict formations as to maximise their combat effectiveness. Formation combat was used as an alternative to mêlée combat, and required strict discipline in the ranks and competent officers. As long as their formations could be maintained, regular troops could maintain a significant advantage over less organised opponents. Nevertheless, military parades are not to be confused with the military show of force. Although the firepower of breechloading rifles a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Korean
Korean may refer to: People and culture * Koreans, ethnic group originating in the Korean Peninsula * Korean cuisine * Korean culture * Korean language **Korean alphabet, known as Hangul or Chosŏn'gŭl **Korean dialects and the Jeju language **See also: North–South differences in the Korean language Places * Korean Peninsula, a peninsula in East Asia * Korea, a region of East Asia * North Korea, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea * South Korea, the Republic of Korea Other uses *Korean Air, flag carrier and the largest airline of South Korea See also *Korean War, 1950–1953 war between North Korea and South Korea *Names of Korea, various country names used in international contexts *History of Korea The Lower Paleolithic era in the Korean Peninsula and Manchuria began roughly half a million years ago. Christopher J. Norton, "The Current State of Korean Paleoanthropology", (2000), ''Journal of Human Evolution'', 38: 803–825. The earlies ..., the history of Kor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
