Celebrating Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) Music and Dance Series
Chuseok – Autumn Eve in Korean – a cherished Korean tradition, is a time for families to gather, share food and play games together. Join CBC Calgary at the Calgary Public Library this September for an immersive experience of Chuseok, or Korean Thanksgiving. The Korean Social Services Centre will guide you through their traditional celebrations with music and dance - both Instrumental Stories and Stories in Motion will feature Korean artists.
Don't miss this chance to learn from and connect with Korean heritage. Enjoy our free performances, plus interactive activities, to gain a deeper understanding of Korean traditions.
Register now to secure your spot in this captivating cultural experience.
Instrumental Stories: Kang's Samullori (traditional Korean percussion)
Thursday, September 19 at the Calgary Central Library
Calgary's own Kang's Samullori, is a captivating traditional four-part Korean percussion group performing live. Known for their dynamic, vibrant and rhythmic drumming, a key element of Korean traditional music, their energetic beats will transport you to the heart of Korean tradition.
Kang's Samullori team includes: Jeolsoon Kang, Su-Jeong Kim, In-Gyeong Kim, Jeong-Hee Lee, Grace Lee and Naomi.
Stories in Motion: Buchaechum Korean Fan Dance with Erica Jin
Sunday, September 22 at the Calgary Central Library
Join us for a mesmerizing Fan Dance workshop with Erica Jin, a celebrated performer known for her expertise in traditional Korean dance. This workshop offers a unique opportunity to learn the elegant movements and techniques of the Fan Dance, characterized by its vibrant fans and flowing costumes.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, this workshop is designed to immerse you in the artistry of Korean dance.
About the Stories Series
Brought to you by the Calgary Public Library and CBC Calgary, Instrumental Stories and Stories in Motion are free events, open to the public to celebrate the untold stories in Calgary's culture scene.
Stories in Motion
CBC Calgary's Stories in Motion, in partnership with Calgary Public Library, offers free dance workshops celebrating global culture. In our second season, we're expanding our commitment to diverse stories through movement.
Instrumental Stories
Instrumental Stories is a monthly program in partnership with the Calgary Public Library that opens up different worlds of music, featuring instruments with cultural significance.
About Korean Social Services Centre
KSSC was founded in 2021 to demolish barriers to equal and equitable access to social services, and to help make the lives of immigrants who are having difficulties settling in Canadian society more prosperous. Founded and led by Korean immigrants to Calgary with a background in social services, KSSC aims to fill a giant void in the Calgary Korean community's fragmented diaspora.
