Pansori is a traditional Korean art in which an actor speaks, acts and above all sings a lengthy tale following complex rhythms, accompanied only by a single drummer, with only a mat and a screen for decor, and a fan as the only accessory. While today only five ?classical? (that is, from before the 20th century) pansoris remain, it is known that at least twelve pansoris existed in the past. This sixth pansori, of which only the second half of the work remained, was entirely reconstituted by relying on ancient novelistic versions, and transmitted to Min Hye-Sung, who today is its sole depositary. The recording of this piece is a world premiere.
Tracks:
1. The Tale of Four Seasons (danga)
2. The Tale of Lady Sugyeong (pansori).
