Asian American / Asian Research Institute
The City University of New York
This concert explores the profound theme of crossing boundaries, a continuation of our series that invites reflection on the values of transcending limits. Whether these boundaries are forbidden zones, mental constructs, or cultural divergences, the performance seeks to bring them into mutual awareness. Through a powerful blend of music and meditation, this event challenges audiences … Read more
Musician gamin has created “Unforgotten Song,” a music and multi-media work, to commemorate the anguish of Comfort Women, enslaved local women throughout Japanese-occupied East Asia, from 1932 to 1945.
Musician and distinguished solist gamin will discuss and demonstrate traditional Korean music and wind instruments: the piri—a double reed instrument similar to the oboe; the taepyeonso (a double-reed horn); and saenghwang (a type of mouth organ).