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The Museum of Traditional Korean Music in Seoul is located in the same
precincts as the National Center for Korean Traditional Performing Arts. An open
courtyard demarcates the structure that houses the museum. Displayed in the 5
halls of this building are a number of musical instruments such as the various
string instruments, wind instruments and percussion instruments traditionally
used in the land. Among the instruments, the Pyeonjong a golden bell and the Pyeongyeong
a stone percussion instrument used in the courts of the erstwhile kings attract
a lot of attention. The visitors get a taste of this rich musical heritage as
the lilting strains of traditional Korean music plays on the speakers fitted into
the rooms. A concise history of the origins and growth of music in South Korea
has been put up here and the visitors are presented with a stunning display of
the musical legacy of the land. The center is committed to spreading knowledge
about traditional Korean music and creates an awareness and pride in the minds
of the younger generations. The Traditional Music History Hall holds almost 70
keepsakes besides portraits of eminent musicians born in the land. These include
paintings of maestro, Bak Yeon and others.
The Museum of Tradtional Korean Music can be easily reached if one takes the
subway of Seaoul and alights at the Nambu Terminal Station Line 3, Exit 5. From
here a short bus ride on the Seocho Shuttle Bus No.12 or 22 will take one to
the National Center for Korean Traditional Performing Arts
No admission fee is charged off visitors at the Museum of Traditional Korean
Music at Seoul. Besides, the museum offers a number of facilities such as wheelchairs
and waiting lounge.
Address:
Museum Of Traditional Korean Music,
700, Seocho-Dong,
Seoul Korea, South
Telephonic enquiries may be addressed to telephone number +82-2-580-3130
Timings:
The Museum of Traditional Korean Music in Seoul remains open through the week
except Mondays. The museum is open November through February from 9 a.m. to
5 p.m. and March through October: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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