I read the academic article “A Study on ‘Arirang’: A Korean Folk Song That Is Being Accepted Worldwide”. According to some researchers, Arirang is a national song that marks the beginning of Korean culture. It is a song loved not only by Koreans but also by audiences worldwide. My project focuses on the successful global dissemination of K-pop and Korean traditions, with a specific analysis of BTS’s latest album ARIRANG. Therefore, it is essential for me to research the historical origins of Arirang and its development both in Korea and abroad. This article is helpful and inspiring for my project.
The article points out that the dedicated efforts of artists like BTS to spread Korean traditional culture abroad have contributed to the globalization of Arirang. However, the “specificity” of Korean culture embedded in Arirang possesses a “universality,” which makes people from different countries accept and enjoy it. This combination of cultural uniqueness and universal theme allows the song to transcend different backgrounds, touching on shared human emotions regarding love, sorrow, and community solidarity.
During this week, I also participated in two Production Foundations Workshops organized by Klein College: Field Production and Narrative and Commercial Production. These workshops equipped me with the knowledge needed to properly reserve and use professional equipment.
References:
Kim, K. H., & Chung, J. K. (2023). A study on ‘Arirang’: A Korean folk song that is being accepted worldwide. European Journal of Science and Theology, 19(1), 77-91. https://www.ejst.tuiasi.ro/Files/98/7_Kim%20&%20Chung.pdf