CultureJuly 14, 2026
geomungo
/ɡʌmuŋɡo/
Definition
A traditional Korean plucked zither with six strings, noted for its deep, percussive tone and use in both classical and contemporary musical ensembles.
Etymology
Derived from the Korean words 'geomun' (meaning black or dark) and 'go' (the generic term for stringed instruments). The name translates literally to 'black crane zither' or 'black zither,' referring to the dark-colored wood historically used in its construction.
In the news
The geomungo is featured in the performance 'The wind alone does not make a sound' as one of the key traditional Korean instruments integrated into a cross-cultural, contemporary musical ensemble.
The performance, "The wind alone does not make a sound," is a performance in which Korean and French..
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