INSUN PARK & GENERALS
Korean Folk Rock Meets Mask Dance
Insun Park & Generals
Experience a groundbreaking fusion of rock, Korean traditional music, and mask dance rhythms with Insun Park’s innovative ensemble, Generals. A master of the Gangnyeong Mask Dance, designated as National Intangible Cultural Heritage No. 34, Park leads the quartet, blending her dynamic vocal and dance performances with the talents of Donghyuk Heo (composer/guitar), Hyunmo Yang (drums), Johyun Kim (taepyeongso/flute), and Hyeonggi Baekha (bass guitar). Together, they create a dynamic blend of ancestral art and contemporary sound, seamlessly merging traditional rhythms with modern rock influences. This ensemble pushes creative boundaries, offering a fresh perspective on Korea’s cultural heritage while making traditional mask dance more accessible to today’s audiences.
Insun Park is a master of the Gangnyeong Mask Dance, designated as National Intangible Cultural Heritage No. 34, and stands out as one of the rare female performers in a traditionally male-dominated art form. Known for blending tradition with innovation, Park reimagines traditional songs and creates performances that resonate with modern audiences. She continues to explore new creative paths, making her a leading force in the evolution of Korean traditional performing arts.
“Creating a new culture rooted in tradition”
“She is a master of playful mask dancing, transforming the traditionally group-based genre of mask dance into a captivating one-woman performance.”
