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Janggu & Pungmul Classes in Boston

Bopoong offers group and private classes in janggu and pungmul, taught by Korean traditional performing artist and educator Jihye Park. Classes are arranged on request and held at Somerville Music Spaces, just outside Boston. No previous experience is required.

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What You Can Learn

Janggu is the foundation of our pungmul classes. Classes center on it, and you'll also play the buk and jing and learn sogo dance along the way.

Start here:
Imsil Pilbong Nongak (임실필봉농악)
Learn the rhythms and movements of this Jeolla-region tradition. Most students begin here.

Go deeper: Kkwaenggwari (꽹과리) · Seoljanggu (설장구) · Sangmonori (상모놀이) · Samulnori (사물놀이) · Utdari Nongak (웃다리농악) For students with experience, or by request.

Learning at Your Level

Beginners build a foundation. If you have prior experience, tell us and we'll find your starting point. As skills develop, classes move into deeper rhythm, technique, and repertoire.

A Path for Continued Learning

For those who want to keep going, Bopoong offers rehearsals, workshops, open jams, and performances as opportunities to keep practicing and playing with others. Choose how you take part as your interests develop.

See the tradition - Imsil Pilbong Nongak

신명나는 가락으로 삶에 활력을!

음악과 놀이로 사람들을 연결하고, 보스턴 지역의 문화 다양성을 넓히며, 의미 있는 공동체를 만들어갑니다.

Energize your life with the vibrant rhythms of Korea!

Connecting people through music and play, we expand Boston’s cultural diversity and cultivate a meaningful community.