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The resurgence of interest in traditional music in Korea following three-quarters of a century of cultural devastation through colonialization, war, and rapid industrialization is nothing short of miraculous; the study of this renewed interest provides a revealing history in itself. This book will examine the development of Korean traditional music. We will look at what makes it unique, survey its wide variety of genres, and review the dramatic history of the art form, which has risen from near extinction to achieve growing popularity. We will also learn about some of the more influential performers and discover where we might experience this most Korean of arts with our own two ears.