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Global promotion of Korean art songs

Overview

International efforts to promote Korean art songs, known as K-Gagok, have gained momentum through global competitions and cultural exchange initiatives. The KBS program ‘K-Gagok Superstar,’ sponsored by Gangnam-gu, features international vocalists interpreting Korean lyrics. The competition drew 126 applicants from 36 nations, with 10 finalists from eight countries advancing to the final stages.

Following the competition, it was reported that the program achieved a 3.8% viewership rating on KBS 1TV, reaching over one million viewers. The grand prize was awarded to George Viban from Romania, with additional honors going to vocalists from Austria, Latvia, and Germany. Complementary cultural efforts, such as the ‘Resonance Korea 2026’ concert, have also sought to expand the international repertoire of Korean art songs through diverse vocal interpretations.

Entities

KBS · Gangnam-gu · Choi Soo-jong · Cheongju Arts Center · Jo Sumi

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    K-Gagok Superstar music competition reaches 3.8% viewership

    The global music competition ‘KBS K-Gagok Superstar’ reached 3.8% viewership on KBS 1TV, featuring international singers performing Korean art songs. Romania's George Viban took the grand prize.

  2. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    International vocalists promote Korean art songs through global competitions

    International vocalists are promoting Korean art songs (K-Gagok) through global competitions like KBS ‘K-Gagok Superstar’ and specialized cultural exchange performances in Cheongju.

Sources

gangnamnews.net · ignnews.co.kr · inews365.com · isplus.com