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⭐ 30 XPChinese Classical Instruments (Part 3)
Korean traditional music includes pansori (dramatic singing), gayageum (zither), and samul nori (percussion ensemble).
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Learn about chinese classical instruments (part 3): identify instruments from at least 3 world music traditions
What You'll Learn
Korean traditional music includes pansori (dramatic singing), gayageum (zither), and samul nori (percussion ensemble).
Identify instruments from at least 3 world music traditions
Compare rhythmic patterns across cultures
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Chinese Classical Instruments (Part 3)
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