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In every rhythm of the drum
and every step of the dance, tradition breathes again. |
Tradition is not behind us –
it moves with us, in rhythm, breath, and imagination. |
2026 Spring Semester Classes
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Spring 2026 Schedule
March 22-June 28 *Please note that classes are available for individuals aged 10 and above. 13 Sundays Mar 22 - June 28 (Recital on June 28) 3/22, 3/29, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/31, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28 *No classes: 4/5 (Easter), 5/24 (Memorial Day Weekend) |
Class Types:
Private
Gayageum (Korean zither) – *For returning students only (not open to new students this semester)
In this class, students develop repertoire including minyo (Korean traditional folk songs) and sanjo – a virtuosic instrumental solo genre built on rhythmic cycles and expressive melodic variation – while learning fundamental techniques such as sigimsae (ornamentation) and plucking, along with an understanding of the instrument’s structure.
Ajaeng (Korean bowed zither)
Students learn traditional ajaeng on the sanjo ajaeng (horizontal so-ajaeng). This class focuses on traditional Korean music repertoire and is taught by ear, passing music directly from teacher to student.
Piri (Korean double-reed wind instrument)
Students learn the fundamentals of piri performance, including breath control, tone production, articulation, and traditional ornamentation (sigimsae). The piri is one of the most prominent wind instruments in Korean traditional music and is known for having a tone that closely resembles the human voice. Students will learn to shape musical phrases through breath and explore how to express traditional folk melodies in a singing, vocal-like manner while studying basic repertoire from Korean traditional music.
Group / Semi-Private
Korean Traditional Dance
Students learn the essential movements and breathing of Korean traditional dance and apply them in Hwagwanmu (a traditional Korean court dance performed with a floral crown) and in learning the drum rhythms of Samgomu (a Korean drum dance performed with three drums).
*Private lessons for Korean traditional dance are available. Teacher approval is required before registration.
Janggu (hourglass-shaped Korean traditional percussion)
This class focuses on the classic samulnori repertoire composed by Kim Duk Soo, the creator of this aesthetic, along with creative and practical variations used in various musical settings.
Minyo (Korean traditional folk songs)
Students learn to sing minyo (traditional folk songs) from the Gyeonggi and Seodo regions of Korea – Gyeonggi centered around Seoul, and Seodo referring to northwestern regions of Korea such as Pyeongan Province and Hwanghae Province (now in North Korea). The class focuses on melody and sigimsae (ornamentation) and is taught by ear.
Danso (Korean bamboo flute)
Students learn the basic techniques of the danso, including breath control, tone production, articulation, and traditional ornamentation (sigimsae). The danso is a Korean traditional wind instrument known for its clear and gentle tone, and its performance emphasizes shaping musical phrases through breath. Students will learn simple traditional melodies while developing a singing, expressive approach through breath and phrasing.
Private
Gayageum (Korean zither) – *For returning students only (not open to new students this semester)
In this class, students develop repertoire including minyo (Korean traditional folk songs) and sanjo – a virtuosic instrumental solo genre built on rhythmic cycles and expressive melodic variation – while learning fundamental techniques such as sigimsae (ornamentation) and plucking, along with an understanding of the instrument’s structure.
Ajaeng (Korean bowed zither)
Students learn traditional ajaeng on the sanjo ajaeng (horizontal so-ajaeng). This class focuses on traditional Korean music repertoire and is taught by ear, passing music directly from teacher to student.
Piri (Korean double-reed wind instrument)
Students learn the fundamentals of piri performance, including breath control, tone production, articulation, and traditional ornamentation (sigimsae). The piri is one of the most prominent wind instruments in Korean traditional music and is known for having a tone that closely resembles the human voice. Students will learn to shape musical phrases through breath and explore how to express traditional folk melodies in a singing, vocal-like manner while studying basic repertoire from Korean traditional music.
Group / Semi-Private
Korean Traditional Dance
Students learn the essential movements and breathing of Korean traditional dance and apply them in Hwagwanmu (a traditional Korean court dance performed with a floral crown) and in learning the drum rhythms of Samgomu (a Korean drum dance performed with three drums).
*Private lessons for Korean traditional dance are available. Teacher approval is required before registration.
Janggu (hourglass-shaped Korean traditional percussion)
This class focuses on the classic samulnori repertoire composed by Kim Duk Soo, the creator of this aesthetic, along with creative and practical variations used in various musical settings.
Minyo (Korean traditional folk songs)
Students learn to sing minyo (traditional folk songs) from the Gyeonggi and Seodo regions of Korea – Gyeonggi centered around Seoul, and Seodo referring to northwestern regions of Korea such as Pyeongan Province and Hwanghae Province (now in North Korea). The class focuses on melody and sigimsae (ornamentation) and is taught by ear.
Danso (Korean bamboo flute)
Students learn the basic techniques of the danso, including breath control, tone production, articulation, and traditional ornamentation (sigimsae). The danso is a Korean traditional wind instrument known for its clear and gentle tone, and its performance emphasizes shaping musical phrases through breath. Students will learn simple traditional melodies while developing a singing, expressive approach through breath and phrasing.
Tuition & Payment:
– Gayageum (Private Lesson@A Private Studio in Newton)
45min $70 ($910 per semester)
60min $90 ($1,170 per semester)
*Payment to Kyungsun Kim (Venmo ID: @ KyungsunKim)
– Ajaeng (Private Lesson @ A Private Studio in Somerville)
45min $70 ($910 per semester)
60min $90 ($1,170 per semester)
*Payment to Yoona Kim (Venmo ID: @ Yoona-Kim-10)
– Piri (Private Lesson @ A Private Studio in Somerville)
45min $70 ($910 per semester)
60min $90 ($1,170 per semester)
*Payment to Yeun Jang (via Zelle)
– Korean Traditional Dance (Semi-Private, Group, Private @ A Dance Studio in Allston)
60min Private $105 ($1,365 per semester) – *Please obtain teacher approval before registering
60min Semi-private (2) $60 per student ($780 per semester)
60min Group (3 or more) $50 per student ($650 per semester)
*Payment to Hanna Lee (Venmo ID: @ Hanna-Lee-97)
– Minyo, Janggu, Danso (Semi-Private & Group @ Somerville Community Baptist Church, 31 College Ave, Somerville)
45min Group (3 or more) $30 per student ($390 per semester)
45min Semi-private (2) $45 per student ($585 per semester)
*Payment to Mina Cho (Venmo ID: @ Mina-Cho-6) / Or Personal Check to BAKTA
Group Lesson Times at SCBC:
2:00pm-2:45pm – Minyo (Korean traditional folk song)
3:00pm-3:45pm – Janggu (hourglass-shaped Korean traditional percussion)
4:00pm-4:45pm – Danso (Korean bamboo flute)
*Kindly select “friend” or “personal payment” to avoid extra fees.
Please do not mark it as goods or services on Venmo or Zelle.
– Gayageum (Private Lesson@A Private Studio in Newton)
45min $70 ($910 per semester)
60min $90 ($1,170 per semester)
*Payment to Kyungsun Kim (Venmo ID: @ KyungsunKim)
– Ajaeng (Private Lesson @ A Private Studio in Somerville)
45min $70 ($910 per semester)
60min $90 ($1,170 per semester)
*Payment to Yoona Kim (Venmo ID: @ Yoona-Kim-10)
– Piri (Private Lesson @ A Private Studio in Somerville)
45min $70 ($910 per semester)
60min $90 ($1,170 per semester)
*Payment to Yeun Jang (via Zelle)
– Korean Traditional Dance (Semi-Private, Group, Private @ A Dance Studio in Allston)
60min Private $105 ($1,365 per semester) – *Please obtain teacher approval before registering
60min Semi-private (2) $60 per student ($780 per semester)
60min Group (3 or more) $50 per student ($650 per semester)
*Payment to Hanna Lee (Venmo ID: @ Hanna-Lee-97)
– Minyo, Janggu, Danso (Semi-Private & Group @ Somerville Community Baptist Church, 31 College Ave, Somerville)
45min Group (3 or more) $30 per student ($390 per semester)
45min Semi-private (2) $45 per student ($585 per semester)
*Payment to Mina Cho (Venmo ID: @ Mina-Cho-6) / Or Personal Check to BAKTA
Group Lesson Times at SCBC:
2:00pm-2:45pm – Minyo (Korean traditional folk song)
3:00pm-3:45pm – Janggu (hourglass-shaped Korean traditional percussion)
4:00pm-4:45pm – Danso (Korean bamboo flute)
*Kindly select “friend” or “personal payment” to avoid extra fees.
Please do not mark it as goods or services on Venmo or Zelle.
*Instrument Rental:
Instruments (Janggu, Gayageum, Ajaeng) will be available for rental at the Academy.
Gayageum, Ajaeng: $100 for a semester & $100 refundable deposit
Janggu: $45 for a semester & $45 refundable deposit
Instruments (Janggu, Gayageum, Ajaeng) will be available for rental at the Academy.
Gayageum, Ajaeng: $100 for a semester & $100 refundable deposit
Janggu: $45 for a semester & $45 refundable deposit
*Registration Period:
March 1 ~ March 18
$30 non-refundable registration fee for a new student
*Instrument Rental and Registration Fees:
Payment may be made to Mina-Cho-6 (Venmo) or BAKTA (via check).
Mailing address: Somerville Community Baptist Church, 31 College Ave, Somerville, MA 02114 (Attn: Mina Cho, BAKTA)
*Registration Process:
1. Fill out online form Registration Link
2. Pay by Venmo, Zelle, or Check
– Gayageum: to Kyungsun Kim (click here for a Venmo payment)
– Ajaeng: to Yoona Kim (click here for a Venmo payment)
– Piri: to Yeyun Jang (click here for a Zelle payment)
– Korean Traditional Dance: to Hanna Lee (click here for a Venmo payment)
– Group Lessons (Minyo, Janggu, Danso) Held at SCBC: to BAKTA (via check) or Mina Cho (via Venmo: click here for a Venmo payment)
– Janggu & Minyo Classes, Instrumental Rental and Registration Fees:
By Venmo: send payment to "Mina-Cho-6" and include your (student's) full name with Venmo transfer. Email us at "[email protected]" to confirm that the transaction corresponds with your registration.
By check: Mail instrument rental fee + $30 non-refundable registration fee for a new student) made to
Boston Academy of Korean Traditional Arts (or BAKTA).
*Kindly select “friend” or “personal payment” to avoid extra fees. Please do not mark it as goods or services on Venmo or Zelle.
– Mailing Address:
Somerville Community Baptist Church, 31 College Ave, Somerville, MA 02114 (Attn: Mina Cho, BAKTA)
*Include notes: Student's full name, Boston Academy KTA instrument (specify the instrument) rental fee (or BAKTA instrument rental fee) + $30 Registration Fee (for a new student).
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